"Education on Hold: A Liberian Boy's Struggle to Stay in School Amidst Poverty and Loss For 14-year-old Peter, the death of his father has brought more than just grief - it has also put his education at risk. Living with his mother and three younger sisters in the outskirts of Monrovia, Liberia's capital, Peter had been attending school through ninth grade. However, with his mother struggling to make ends meet, Peter's education is now threatened by the financial burden of keeping him in school. As Liberia continues to grapple with poverty and limited access to education, Peter's story highlights the harsh realities faced by many young people in the country who are forced to drop out of school due to financial constraints."
Peter lives near Monrovia, Liberia’s capital, with his mother and three younger sisters. He attended school through ninth grade, but after his father died his mother could no longer pay his ...
