Elizabeth Bianyenoh Blama is the executive director of Children Assistance Program, Inc., in Liberia, CAP builds the capacity of vulnerable children and youths to become active members of their communities through comprehensive educational, health care, and economic empowerment services. She is also a registered nurse.
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