WCID: What Can I Do?
What is "WCID"?
WCID (What Can I Do?) CIC is a registered non-profit organisation created to prevent gender-based violence (GBV) through positive training, designed by both female and male leaders.
Through our Liberia 7-15 project, we are introducing Rugby 7s to Liberia with a crucial difference: participation is only open to those who complete GBV prevention training. By linking sport with education, we aim to create a new generation of allies who lead with respect, equality, and accountability.
Our Aims
#StandWithSurvivors
#StopGenderBasedViolence
#ChangeThroughSport
Introducing Liberia 7-15
Liberia 7-15 is WCID’s 5-year youth empowerment & gender equality programme, using rugby to change lives and attitudes in Liberia.
A youth-led project aiming to introduce rugby 7s to all 15 counties of Liberia, this project will use the sport as a vehicle for:
- Preventing violence against women and girls
- Promoting gender equality
- Empowering young people through education, opportunities, teamwork, and leadership
- Providing free meals to participants & leaders
How Liberia 7-15 Works
In April 2026, a pilot programme will launch in Monrovia, Liberia, with rugby coaches training the next generation of local coaches.
Boys and girls from local schools in Monrovia will learn to play rugby, and participate in compulsory rugby workshops on gender-based violence prevention, delivered by trained local leaders.
Children will be fed, supported, and equipped – and the pilot will culminate in Liberia’s first inter-school rugby tournament.
By 2029, 15 regional county rugby clubs will be established, with 30 school clubs and 30 community clubs, training over 2,000 young people and 250 leaders in Liberia.
By 2030, the first Liberia 7-15 National Tournament for boys, girls, men and women will be held, built on unity, respect, resilience, and equality.
2031 will see the launch of Liberia’s women’s & men’s international Rugby 7s teams.
What We Need
To help us launch this programme, we need:
- Rugby Coaches – for coaching and mentoring local trainers out in the field
- Rugby Equipment – balls, kits, cones, boots, post converters
- Funding – to support food, travel, materials, and local logistics
- Volunteers – both in Liberia and the UK, to assist in planning, media, and delivery
This is more than a sports programme, it’s a once-in-a-generation opportunity to create a model for how sport can change lives, and how education can prevent abuse.
With your help, Liberia will become the first country in the world to make Gender-Based Violence prevention education mandatory to play a sport, and rugby could become the first sport to lead that charge.
Meet the Liberia 7-15 Team
Cllr. Isaac George
Special Advisor
Sherriff Mulbah
Special Advisor
Zach Windham
Program Special Advisor
Caroline Goyee
Administrator
I want to be part of the Liberia 7-15 because l feel like it’s a great opportunity to teach and reach out to as many people as possible to help teach them about violence against women and children, because l believe that it will make a big difference once they learn about it.
Teaching and leadership, l want to be able to educate young people about gender base violence (GBV) so that they can make a change and see it as a horrible act that it’s supposed to be.
The people in Liberia love sport very much, so I hope that the rugby 7-15 will help the Liberian people to change their mindset for the better and teach them that violence as a whole is not okay.
I love cooking, volunteering, teaching and singing.
Sunnie Carr
National Co-ordinator
I want to be part of Liberia 7–15 because I believe this programme is a powerful platform to empower young people through leadership, education, and opportunity. Being involved allows me to contribute meaningfully to Liberia’s next generation.
I bring experience in teaching, coaching, leadership development, and community engagement. I have a strong passion for youth empowerment and have worked closely with young people to help them grow academically, socially, and personally.
I hope rugby and education will inspire discipline, teamwork, confidence, and resilience in young people, giving them the tools they need to succeed in life. This program can shape strong leaders who will create lasting change in their communities.
I enjoy playing soccer, volunteering, and inspiring young people through motivational quotes and mentorship.
Olivia B. Wilson
National Teaching Support
I want to be part because from my experiences working with kids, they tend to follow, learn or be influence by their peers; therefore through this rugby and educational training, these kids will be impacting and improving each other positively.
My strength lies in leadership and experiences teaching and coaching.
I am hoping rugby will be play frequently as football is played in Liberia which is a positive change because rugby is also an international sports and with positive education these kids will learn boundaries ,equality, equity and love . Which is exactly what Liberia youth needs right now .
Singing, volunteering and favorite quote. We are judge based on the results of our actions not necessarily our intentions.
Mercy Behyee
Educational Leader
I want to be a part of Liberia 7–15 because I believe in helping people, especially youth, grow through education. I’m passionate about creating a positive community that is violence-free.
I bring experience in teaching, counseling, and guiding young people. I enjoy inspiring others to build morals and values and reach their full potential.
I hope rugby and education will help young people build confidence, discipline, and teamwork skills, while giving them better opportunities for their future
I enjoy volunteering and dancing. Favourite quote : “When the time is right, God will work it out”.
Harriet Choice Dowaye
Educational Leader
I want to be part of Liberia 7–15 because I’m passionate about protecting women and children from violence. This programme allows me to contribute to real solutions that promote safety, awareness, and positive change in our communities.
As a student of Gender Studies and Conflict Analysis at the University of Liberia, and a student of Applied Business Management at BYU–Idaho, I bring strong knowledge in gender issues, conflict prevention, advocacy, and leadership. My academic background and community involvement help me support initiatives that address violence and empower vulnerable groups.
I hope rugby and education will help young people develop discipline, confidence, respect, and teamwork, values that reduce violence and promote healthier relationships. I believe these tools can help young people learn to resolve conflict peacefully and treat others with dignity.
I enjoy volunteering, reading, and engaging in activities that promote gender equality, youth development, and community awareness.
Habakkuk G. Smith
Educational Leader
To impact Knowledge to others, based on happenings, in our Society we all should be informed.
Teaching/Community Work
I hope that Rugby will make every individual know their Rights and Value as a Human
I enjoy Singing 🎶
Davidetta C. Daniels
Rugby Leader
Being part of the team means so much,I will get to empower young people and give them a positive reason for which the team was organized and help them grow physically and mentally.
Coaching, and teaching development to the community and I have the passion to empower young people in the community.
I hope rugby and education will inspire discipline in young people and giving them the tools they need to succeed.
I will love to train and inspired them about education
Eunice Flomo
Rugby Leader
The Liberia 7-15 aims to uplift and empower youth while also being a fun experience.
It is not only just a game, it has goal a purpose and its goal align with who I am and what I believe in. Empowering youth and improving our society by teaching the importance of women rights and how to stop violence against women.
7-15 is making a positive change and I want to be a part of that.
With experience in athletics, teaching and mentoring, I hope to be able to educate and build up the knowledge of those involved. With these skills I believe I can be able to help in shaping a better environment for youths where everyone can feel safe and also build themselves up through discipline, resilience, respect and love.
I hope rugby and education inspires youth to build a new mindset that does not support violence but encourages building up confidence and resilience in young people. I hope rugby can be a way out of old beliefs that disregards basic human rights
I enjoy drawing, cooking, baking, mentoring and learning new skills
Darius B. Richards
Rugby Leader
I’m passionate about empowering young people and promoting gender equality, and I believe Liberia 7-15 is a unique platform to drive change.
With experience in community work and leadership, I bring energy, creativity, and a commitment to making a difference.
I hope rugby and education will bring confidence, teamwork skills, and a culture of respect and empathy to young Liberians.
Fun fact: I’m a football lover and love trying out new recipes in the kitchen.
Delia S. Chea
Educational Leader
I want to be part of Liberia 7-15 because I’m excited to contribute to an initiative that will educate young Liberians through education and skills.
With experiences in teaching and leadership, I want to be able to impart knowledge into young boys and girls so that they will be able to make a change in our country, Liberia.
I believe that through Rugby and education, Liberian youth will gain confidence, life skills, and be empowered. They will also have a brighter future and make a change in their communities.
I love cooking and volunteering especially when it has to do with young people. My favourite quote is”It’s not over until God says it is”.
Princess Dahn
Educational Leader
I want to be part of Liberia 7–15 because I am passionate about educating women and children about gender-based violence and creating safer communities.
I bring strong leadership qualities, good communication skills, and experience working with young people and community members. I am committed, compassionate, and dedicated to helping others understand their rights and protect themselves.
I hope rugby and education will build confidence, discipline, teamwork, and resilience in young people, helping them become strong leaders who can change their communities.
I enjoy dancing, cooking, and encouraging others. My favourite quote is: “Empowered women change the world.”
D. William Mentoe
Educational Leader
I want to join Liberia 7-15 because I believe rugby and education can inspire young people to grow, work together, and build confidence. I’m passionate about contributing to a programme that empowers youth across Liberia. Giving youngsters a voice and a society where gender equality is a fundamental part of decision making.
I bring experience in youth mentorship, along with strong leadership and teamwork skills. I’ve worked with students in community based activities and enjoy helping young people learn through education and volunteerism.
I hope rugby and education will help young people develop discipline, resilience, and respect in Liberia. I believe it can give them new opportunities, build their confidence, and unite our country.
I enjoy playing soccer, volunteering in youth programmes, and writing motivational pieces. One of my favourite quotes is, “If you want to quit, do it and watch others live your dreams.”
Mohammed Fahnbulleh
Educational Leader
Mariah N. Zeogar
Rugby Leader
I want to be part of Liberia 7-15 Because, I will like to help make a positive impact in the communities and to help young people to grow and build confidence in themselves
To be a coach and Teacher for this programme.
Rugby and education will help young people in Liberia develop discipline, physical strength and also teamwork while education build mental strength, open schalorship.and make a person build confidence and being a well guided individual
I enjoy Singing, dancing and cooking
Gabriel Kollie
Rugby Leader
I’m eager to be part of Liberia 7-15 because I believe in the power of sports and education to transform lives and communities. I’m excited about contributing to the development of young people in Liberia and inspiring the positive change through rugby and education.
I bring a combination of leadership, team work, and coaching experiences that can contribute to the Liberia 7-15 program. My passion in helping others, has equipped me with skills in teamwork, communication, and problem-solving, which I believe would be valuable assets to this program.
I hope rugby and education will empower young people in Liberia with essential life skills, such as teamwork, discipline, and resilience, enabling them to become confident leaders and positive contributors to their communities. Through this program, I see a brighter future for Liberia’s youth, where they can thrive and drive meaningful change.
I’m a lover of soccer and basketball and enjoy singing and overthinking positively in my free time. I believe in living life to the fullest and finding joy in the things that bring us together!
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We appreciate all of your support!
Every donation is gratefully appreciated.
WCID Patrons
Nazir Afzal OBE
Nazir Afzal OBE was Chief Crown Prosecutor for NW England. During a 24 year career, he has prosecuted some of the most high-profile cases in the country and advised on several legal topics, including violence against women & girls, child sexual abuse, and honour-based violence. His prosecutions of the so-called Rochdale grooming gang and BBC presenter Stuart Hall were groundbreaking and has changed the landscape of child protection. He was appointed to the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), and he is also a National Advisor on gender-based violence to the Welsh Government.
WCID Team
Mark Hegarty
Co-founder
Gauri Taylor-Nayar
Co-founder
Cllr Isaac L. George Jr.
Director of the Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) Crimes Unit, Ministry of Justice, Liberia
Matthew Tyler-Howells
Digital Producer
Our History
When our co-founder Mark Lee Hegarty first mentioned he was visiting Liberia, it was meant to be a short trip – a way to connect with the Matsiko World Orphan Choir, a group of extraordinary children using music to rise above hardship. But that trip turned into a four-year, life-changing project – one that would redefine WCID’s mission.
Mark lived, worked, and toured with the choir, capturing their spirit, their stories, and their mission in Let The Children Sing! – a six-part docuseries filmed and narrated by the children themselves. While filming, Mark came face-to-face with the painful truth of the scale of sexual violence in Liberia. He met three teenage girls – survivors who had been cast out of their communities and left homeless after bravely reporting their abusers. From their pain, they built power, and formed STOP-GBV (Sisters Thinking as One to Prevent Gender-Based Violence), a grassroots movement that educates communities in Montserrado about consent, respect, and human rights, and provides signposting and support to survivors.
The truth is stark: without education, many in Liberia – boys, girls, men and women – still do not understand that rape is wrong. And the country does not have the resources to change that on its own. We knew we had to act. Following discussions with our co-founder Gauri Taylor-Nayar, together, we began developing a national programme; one that combines the power of education with the spirit of sport to drive cultural and generational change. That programme is Liberia 7-15.
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