CIA - The World Factbook -- Liberia HIV/AIDS people living with HIV/AIDS. 100000 (2003 est.) indigenous Africantribes 95% (including kpelle, Bassa, Gio, Kru, Grebo, Mano, Krahn, Gola, http://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/print/li.html
Extractions: Country List World Factbook Home The World Factbook Liberia Introduction Liberia Background: In August 2003, a comprehensive peace agreement ended 14 years of civil war and prompted the resignation of former president Charles TAYLOR, who was exiled to Nigeria. The National Transitional Government of Liberia (NTGL) - composed of rebel, government, and civil society groups - assumed control in October 2003. Chairman Gyude BRYANT, who was given a two-year mandate to oversee efforts to rebuild Liberia, heads the new government. The United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL), which maintains a strong presence throughout the country, completed a disarmament program for former combatants in late 2004, but the security situation is still volatile and the process of rebuilding the social and economic structure of this war-torn country remains sluggish. Geography Liberia Location: Western Africa, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Cote d'Ivoire and Sierra Leone Geographic coordinates: 6 30 N, 9 30 W
Extractions: (for ethnomusicology by region) Across the Frontiers ( Tribal Eye Discusses the international processes and positive and negative external forces that effect change in tribal societies.1976 52 min. Video/C 181 Body Art Throughout history people in nearly every culture have decorated or altered their bodies. The reasons are as varied as the patterns and processes: they seek to define themselves and their positions in society, to declare their allegiance to a god or to a cause, to conform to the customs of a group or to shock or entertain. From body painting to piercing to scarification, from tattoos to plastic surgery, from the Bronze age to the computer age, this film explores and celebrates the stunning diversity of body art. 2000. 50 min. DVD 1239 Different Paths: Shamanism, Cults, and Religion on Demand
List Of Ethnic Groups - Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia of African slaves repatriated to Liberia Amhara indigenous people ofcentral Ethiopia Dagestani peoples - indigenous groups of northern Caucasus http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_peoples
Extractions: Contents: Top A B C ... edit Abenaki Native Americans of Quebec Vermont New Hampshire , and possibly Maine Algonquin people Abkhaz - Minority in Georgia Turkey and Russia , majority (since 1993 civil war) in Abkhazia Aborigine , an aboriginal inhabitant of Australia Acadian French-Canadians of the Canadian Maritimes Accohannock Native Americans of Maryland Achang Yunnan China ... Native Americans of California Acoma Native Americans of the southwest United States and Mexico Adja - Minority in Benin Adyghe - Minority in Russia , in the north Caucasus region. Afar - A tribal people in Ethiopia Eritrea and Djibouti . Also known as Danakil African-American Americans of African descent Afrikaners - descendants of Dutch settlers / French Huguenot Africa Afro-Cuban Afromestizos ... Aftsarians or Isaurians Agni - minority group in C´te d'Ivoire Aguls Dagestani minority group Ahtna - Native Alaskans , along the Copper River Aimaks - Minority group in Afghanistan Aimaq - Minority group in Afghanistan Ainu - Natives of Hokkaido , much of Sakhalin , the Kuriles , and at one time northern Honshu , the Kamchatka Peninsula , and the Amur River basin Aja - Minority group in Benin Ak Chin Native American group now resident in Pinal County, Arizona
Liberia - Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia colored the attitudes of the settlers toward the indigenous African people . The kpelle in central and western Liberia is the largest ethnic group. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liberia
Extractions: The Republic of Liberia is a country on the west coast of Africa , bordered by Sierra Leone Guinea , and C´te d'Ivoire . It has recently been afflicted by two civil wars ( and ) that have displaced hundreds of thousands of its citizens and destroyed the Liberian economy Republic of Liberia In Detail In Detail National motto : The love of liberty brought us here Official language English Capital Monrovia ... 36.2/km² Independence July 26 Currency Liberian dollar ... United States dollar also in common use) Time zone UTC National anthem All Hail, Liberia, Hail! ... Calling Code edit Main article: History of Liberia edit The history of Liberia as a political entity begins with the arrival of the black American settlers â the Americo-Liberians , as they were to be known â who established a colony of âfree men of colorâ on its shore in under the auspices of the American Colonization Society . The historical roots from which a majority of present-day Liberians derive their identity, however, are found in the varied traditions of the several tribal groups of indigenous Africans whom the settlers confronted in their struggle to gain a foothold in Africa and, later, extend their control into the interior.
LANGUAGES-ON-THE-WEB: BEST XHOSA LINKS ombrarossapiccola.jpg (728 byte) South African Language XHOSA In these warsthe Xhosa, agricultural and pastoral peoples native to the Eastern Cape, http://www.languages-on-the-web.com/links/link-xhosa.htm
Liberian Village The majority of the Liberian people live an indigenous life. Here are a fewpictures to Antelope39 African slaves liberated and sent to Liberia http://pages.prodigy.net/jkess3/Village.htm
Extractions: Liberian Village The majority of the Liberian people live an indigenous life. Here are a few pictures to illustrate their living condation. The man above is weaving what is commonly called "country cloth" in Liberia. From the growth of the cotton, the use of the hand-held loom to make threads; and the dying of the cloth using indigo, and finally to the complex process of weaving the cloth, everything is done with indigenous tools. There is no foreign know-how involved. Nothing is borrowed from abroad. On the side of the weaver is the completed cloth, which measures about four to five inches wide, and about 50 feet long. The stripes are sown together to make the indigenous gown for the men, and "lappa" for the women. Indigenous-Liberian boys marching to their graduation from the "Poro" Society.They are wearing clothing made of "country-cloth" The "Poro" Society is one of the most sacred organizations among indigenous Liberians. By western standards, this institution is equivalent to an academic and a military institution combined. The Lormas of Western Liberian referred to the experience of being initiated in this institution as a "rebirth." Children do not only learn the basics that they need to survive in life, but the values of the society are drilled into them. Total respect for the elders and loyalty to the values and mores of the society are drilled into them like the exercises experienced in military-boot camp. The boys are totally isolated from their mothers for periods ranging from one to four years. This institution maintains total secrecy from women and men who are not members.
The Liberian People /CENTER The last catogery includes Liberians of West Indian, AfricanAmerican,and Congo of the Belle people are Christians; and 80 percent of the kpelle people http://pages.prodigy.net/jkess3/People.html
Extractions: Miss Olivia Precious Cooper, Miss Liberia, 1998. Olivia also represented Liberia at the Miss Universe contest in the Seychelles.(picture: courtesy of Pan-African weekly,West Africa) The people of the Republic of Liberian come from a diverse ethnic background. Although English is the national language, sixteen local languages are spoken by Liberians. The 1986 census, which is the only one officially taken as of 1999, places the Liberian population at 2.1 million people. The languages and the related population include the following: Bassa-Liberian, 291,106; Belle-Liberian, 10,708; Dey-Liberian, 7,604; Gbandi-Liberian, 59,332; Gio-Liberian, 164,823; Gola-Liberian, 83,148; Grebo-Liberian, 188,275; Kpelle-Liberian, 408,716; Kissi-Liberian, 84,661; Krahn-Liberian, 79,353; Kru-Liberian, 154,110; Lorma-Liberian, 118,716; Mandingo-Liberian, 107,186; Mano-Liberian, 149,277; Mendi-Liberian, 16,462; Vai-Liberian, 74,950; repatriate Liberians, commonly called "Americo-Liberians, 45,957; other Africans, 33,526; others, 24,269. The last catogery includes Liberians of West Indian, African-American,and Congo ancestry; and naturalized citizens. Nancy Doe's ethnicity is Khran.
African Storytelling the modern African writer is to his indigenous oral tradition as a snail is The song is an attempt by the people to warn the king not to commit an http://web.cocc.edu/cagatucci/classes/hum211/afrstory.htm
Extractions: Traditionally, Africans have revered good stories and storytellers, as have most past and present peoples around the world who are rooted in oral cultures and traditions. Ancient writing traditions do exist on the African continent, but most Africans today, as in the past, are primarily oral peoples, and their art forms are oral rather than literary. In contrast to written "literature," African "orature" (to use Kenyan novelist and critic Ngugi wa Thiong’o's phrase) is orally composed and transmitted, and often created to be verbally and communally performed as an integral part of dance and music. The Oral Arts of Africa are rich and varied, developing with the beginnings of African cultures, and they remain living traditions that continue to evolve and flourish today.
Monrovia The inhabitants of several ethnic groups such as kpelle, Bassa, Gio, Kru, West African intervention troops arrived in Liberia in 1990, people gave a http://www.cpnm.org/new/English/articles_news/monrovia.htm
Extractions: Finally, under the pressure of the so-called international community, in essence the US imperialism and its henchmen associates, and the warlord group, the Liberian president a warlord the and self-content puppet of the US imperialism, Charles Taylor resigned and quit the country on 11 August. After than The political events in Liberia might not be interesting for many people on the earth because of its small size in geographical territory and population, but it has been one of the volatile country on the earth and a model of exploitation how the US imperialism without putting it military bases have been exploiting its resources and controlling its political, economic and social apparatus, since nearly two centuries. And, as the powerful Maoist revolutionary movements have been developing in small countries like in Nepal and Bhutan (where recently there is report that a Maoist party has formed in Bhutan), with the advent of 21 st century, Liberia has also been a challenge for the Maoist revolutionaries in the world as well as for the Liberian people to develop its revolutionary leadership, political line and military strategy to overthrow imperialism and domestic reaction, in order to realize the complete emancipation of the Liberian people. In view of emerging revolutionary high tide, most oppressed African nations like Liberia can be regarded as most volatile and rebelling country. Liberia is a small African country with an area of 111,370 squire kilometres and 2.9 million populations, according December 2000 census. The inhabitants of several ethnic groups such as Kpelle, Bassa, Gio, Kru, and Vai, and followers of different religions such as traditional indigenous belief 70%, Muslim 20% and Christian 10% demonstrate that Liberia is a multi ethnic and multi religious country. However, English is the official language of Liberia, but different ethnic groups speak more than 20 other different languages. That also demonstrates that it is a multi lingual country. Liberia is one of such countries in the world where foreign language English is official language and more than twenty indigenous languages are considered as foreign.
Culturalpartnerships.org - Liberia And Its Music People play many different musical instruments drums, cowbells, shakers, Many of these indigenous churches also incorporate traditional percussion http://www.culturalpartnerships.org/ontour/liberia.asp
Extractions: A variety of musical genres exist within the many cultures of West Africa. People play many different musical instruments drums, cowbells, shakers, string or wind instruments. This recording focuses on four basic musical genres found in Liberia traditional music, Liberian songs, Christian songs, and popular Highlife music. This music can be categorized as either traditional or a blend of traditional and Western. Within these different genres are common West African musical elements such as call and response between the lead singer and chorus; polyrhythmic percussion and vocals; ululation (a vocal trill); and vocal and instrumental repetition. Performances of traditional music, which uses the specific instruments, rhythms, melodies, and dances of a particular ethnic group, take place within various social contexts. Some may occur publicly at large community celebrations and events, such as weddings, naming ceremonies, or royal processions. Other performances may take place within private contexts, such as lullabies sung at home, children's play songs, or work songs.
Extractions: Response to Information Request Number: LBR01001.ZNK Date: 5 October 2000 Subject: Liberia: Information on the physical markings of various ethnic groups From: INS Resource Information Center, Washington, D.C. Keywords: Liberia / ethnic minorities / ethnicity / cultural identity / cultural integration / ethnic community organizations / cultural heritage / indigenous peoples Query: Do any of the ethnic groups in Liberia have distinctive or unique physical markings that are only utilized by their particular group? Response: The Kissi group marks its members with three scars on each cheek. They also file or otherwise shape the two middle upper teeth into a triangle. Though this is a traditional cultural practice, it is decreasing due to modernization and Westernization in Liberia. Liberian journalist Kenneth Best knew of no other tribe in Liberia that marked its members in such a fashion (Best, 25 August 2000). The Kissi live in upper Lofa County at the conjunction of Liberia, Guinea, and Sierra Leone. They number approximately 441,000, 115,000 of which are in Liberia. The Kissi are predominantly rice cultivators and are one of only two ethnic groups to be directly descended from the original inhabitants of Liberia (Minority Rights Group International 1997, 428). The Poro society, which is a secret men's society which permeates Liberian life, also marks its members. Boys who have completed initiation rites are marked by scarification on the back and often on the chest and stomach as well. These societies draw members from the Kpelle, Mende, Loma, and Mano groups (
The Role Of The Bassa In Reshaping Liberia The contributions made by our people the indigenous people were (See JBWebster, The Growth of African Civilization, and AA Boahen HO Idawu, http://www.ie-inc.com/vkarmo/BassaReshaping.htm
Extractions: Editors Note: Atlanta Georgia . Below is the full text of Dr. Somah's address: Mr. President, Ba Thompson DahnSaw, Mrs. Vice President, Ne Evita Bestman, Mr. Secretary General Ba Victor B. Smith, Mr. Treasurer, Ba Arthur Garbla, Ms. Financial Secretary, Ne Mai Carter, Chairman of the Board, Ba Walter Greenfield, Mr. Co-Chairman of the Board, Ba. Ernest Simmons, Mr. Chaplain, Ba M. Dorgbor, Ms. National Queen, Ne Edna Tucker, UNIBOA chartered chapter presidents of North Jersey - Newark, South Jersey - Trenton, New York - Brooklyn, Minnesota - Minneapolis, Rhode Island - Providence, Washington, D.C, Georgia - Atlanta, North Carolina - Charlotte, Pennsylvania - Philadelphia , Michigan - Detroit, Texas - Austin, Ba Ramsey B. Zeon, Convention Chairperson, Ba Robert A. Garguah, Convention Coordinator, Ba Calvin Bropleh, Convention Coordinator, distinguished quests, mes amigos, madames et messieurs, my fellow Bassa and Liberians, ladies and gentlemen. First, let me thank the God of our forefathers and foremothers by saying m po Gedepohoh zuo-bahn-bahn. I also want to thank God very much for everyones safe journey and assembly in this great city of
Liberian This makes generalizations about Liberian people and Liberian culture somewhat Consequently, Liberian refugees may commonly combine indigenous and http://www3.baylor.edu/~Charles_Kemp/liberian.htm
Extractions: Back to Refugees Liberians culture health refugees immigrants Introduction Liberia is a diverse country, and one that has undergone rapid socio-cultural change even in the last 25 years. This makes generalizations about "Liberian people" and "Liberian culture" somewhat difficult and overly simplistic. A Liberian from the capital city, for example, may feel much closer to American culture than to that of someone from the rural hinterland. All Liberians have, however, been touched in some way by the incredibly bloody conflict that was the Liberian civil war. The following is written in an attempt to share some of the common experiences Liberians suffered during their war and elucidate some of the social and cultural responses to it. A Brief History of the Conflict in Liberia The Liberian conflict has early historical roots when freed American slaves resettled on the coast of West Africa in the 1820's. The settlers generally regarded themselves as superior to the "tribal" peoples of the interior, and over time established civil controls to bring rural areas increasingly under centralized control, located in the coastal capital Monrovia. The national army became the main tool to enforce this control. By the 1970's, Liberian presidents came under increasing political pressure to reform, yet the entrenched political patronage system that had developed, coupled with a depressed worldwide economy, made reforms ineffective.
The Troubled Liberia: A Liberian Tragedy The Troubled Liberia tells of such people in the Liberian society. The TroubledLiberia is a tragedy in which an indigenous Liberian woman found herself. http://www.theperspective.org/2005/feb/troubledliberia.html
Extractions: Ma Korlu as this indigenous woman is known, is a victim of these two distinct and opposing cultures. The settlers considered their culture or way of life superior to that of the Africans. The Africans on the other hand, fought with whatever they had to resist the condemnation and imposition of a culture they could not understand nor relate to. Although, The Troubled Liberia is a fictional story, many Liberians can relate to it.
History, Migration And Settlement Of The Americo-Liberians In essence, AmericoLiberians and African Americans are one and the same, Liberia was a series of traditional indigenous kingdoms whose people lived in http://www.theperspective.org/speeches/0413200501.html
Extractions: General Introduction I am honored by your invitation to be here, and I want to thank you for your warm welcome and introduction. I also want to thank the men and women of Dallas for organizing a conference on Liberia in Dallas. I think it is about time that every major U.S. city sought to establish a conference on Liberia to give Americans, especially African-Americans, the opportunity to learn about the history of some of their great, great grand parents who decided to brave all odds to return to Africa - the land of their ancestry - to establish a new homeland far removed from the segregated life in the United States in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Atlas - Liberia Map Liberia Map, History, Culture, People, Population, Climate, Economy, The Kpellein central and western Liberia is the largest ethnic group. http://www.map.freegk.com/liberia/liberia.php
Extractions: Liberia Plants and Animal Back to Top The trees of Liberias considerable tropical forests include cotton, fig, mahogany, ironwood, and various kinds of palms, as well as rubber trees. Large numbers of pygmy hippopotamus are found, as well as chimpanzee, elephant, buffalo, and monkey. Liberia Communications Back to Top Liberia Culture Back to Top orthodox and Western lifestyles coexist; orthodox values, customs, and norms determine the Western type considerably. In cities both Western and African music and dancing styles are in vogue, but in rural areas orthodox rhythms are favoured. Schools instruct students in the legends, traditions, songs, arts, and crafts of African culture, and the government promotes African culture through such agencies as the National Museum in Monrovia, the Tubman Center for African Culture in Robertsport, and the National Cultural Center in Kendeja, which exhibits architecture of the 16 ethnic groups of Liberia. Mask making is an artistic pursuit that is also related to the social structure of some ethnic groups. Music festivals, predominantly religious, are held in most communities. The University of Liberia has an arts and crafts centre. There are several libraries, including a children's library in Monrovia and a National Public Library.
Extractions: A Tribute to John Byrne WHAT'S NEW AT CMYI: New Staff New Info Sheets Next Statewide Meeting CMYI-AMES Art Project CLD young people have their say YOUNG REFUGEE SETTLEMENT NEWS Refugee Week IOM Refugee Travel Loan Fund Review: Turtles Can Fly POSTCARD FROM BROADMEADOWS FROM THE SECTOR: New Resources and Events Projects, Programs and Services Funding In the News News Archives Index On the 12th of July this year, John Byrne, a close friend and colleague of CMYI, sadly passed away. John was a dreamer, a visionary, a community developer, a man of many and varied talents, a friend, a mentor, a tireless advocate and a generous spirit. We would like to take this opportunity to pay tribute to John and acknowledge the legacy he has left behind. He was a leader in advocating for, and actually demonstrating how, schools and community welfare agencies could work together to support and improve the lives of young people. He was also the founder of the CLV Youth Accommodation Project, which was the first community attempt to deal with youth homelessness among South East Asian communities in the early 1990s. John was the chairperson of the Ethnic Youth Issues Network (EYIN) for over 5 years, and during his leadership helped put issues of multicultural youth on the map. He remained an important member of the management group of EYIN and then helped create the Centre for Multicultural Youth Issues in 2000. He taught in TAFE, to overseas students and delivered cross-cultural training to a diverse range of groups and individuals. He inspired, motivated and encouraged many to become as passionate about working with young people and refugees as he was.
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