Empowering Unity, Preserving Heritage, and Advocating for Progress
Welcome to the Liberian Community Association of New York City, Inc. (LICANY). We are a non-profit organization dedicated to uniting and empowering the vibrant Liberian community in the New York City area. Together, we strive to preserve our rich cultural heritage, advocate for our rights, and provide vital resources for our community's success. Join us as we celebrate our achievements and work towards a brighter future.
Liberian Community Association of New York City, Inc.
The Liberian Community Association of New York City (LICANY) was founded in June 1985 and has a 501(C) status. The inception of LICANY was predicated on the breakdown of ULAA’s New York Chapter during the presidential election of ULAA in 1984. The candidates of that election were; Mr. Abraham Yane and Mr. Lawrence Santy both were from New York chapter.
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“Leadership is not about the next election, it’s about the next generation” Simon Sinek
OUR MISSION
The mission of LICANY is to provide a united and cohesive front of the Liberia Community in New York City. LICANY promotes multiculturalism as fundamental in defining what it means to be Americans in the modern time and to address issues of concern for Liberians, while recognizing and celebrating efforts that have been made by many African Americans to settle in and contribute in various ways to this society.
OUR VISION
African communities make up a large proportion of migrants in the United State, and we realized with a steady influx of people from countries in Africa like Liberia, Sudan, Somalia, Congo and Burundi, the population would continue to grow. LICANY aims to prepare every eligible Liberian in New York City to become a responsible, united, participating citizen and leader. Send us a message today to become a member
OUR CORE VALUE
We promote issues of interest within the New York, including but not limited to, college & career readiness, employment opportunities, bereavement assistance for an immediate family member, immigration, taxation, health, welfare, and recognition for major accomplishments such as graduation, We serve with integrity, embrace diversity, and are responsible stewards of our community.
Objectives
We motivate and encourage others to achieve their own personal and professional fulfillment, including capacity building and reaching career goals.
Our LEADERSHIP
Administration
Hon. Sam Wouyeah
Hon. Sylvester Kamara
Mr. Edward Johnson
Mr. Emmanuel Pratt
Mrs. Tracy Hinneh
Mrs. Paytee Quaye Boe
Mrs. Melody Bestman
Mr. Daniel Campbell
Mr. Jimmy Gbollie
Board Members
Mr. Paul D. Tuider
Mr. Robert Wesley
Council Members
Mr. Wesseh MOMBASSA
Mrs. Carolyn Sekpek
Mr. Michael Welah
Mr. Thomas Gbollie
Ms. Yonihpyne Bertsche
INTERESTED IN BECOMING A MEMBER?
Do you consider joining the Liberian Community Association of New York City? Kindly click on the link below to download our membership form or send us a message using the contact us page