Consummate Health and Sanitation (CHS) was born out of a shared vision by a group of young Liberian public health advocates determined to challenge the status quo of healthcare delivery and education in Liberia. Rooted in community engagement and scientific advocacy, CHS was established to respond to gaps in infection prevention and control, antimicrobial resistance, and health equity - especiallyfor underserved populations.
In a country where access to reliable health information and essential services remains a barrier for many, CHS emerged as a grassroots solution builder. Since our founding, we have taken bold steps to raise awareness, educate communities, and mobilize action around pressing health concerns, from AMR and reproductive health to climate-linked disease outbreaks and sanitation. We believe that health begins in the community, and that meaningful change must be both inclusive and sustainable.
Over the years, CHS has grown into a trusted health-focused organization recognized for innovation, youth engagement, and its commitment to public health advancement in Liberia. Among our major achievements:
Hosted Liberia’s Inaugural National Youth AMR Conference (2024), attended by over 120 participants including health professionals, youth advocates, and government stakeholders, under the theme “Bridging Barriers, Uniting Youth in an Effort to Combat AMR in Liberia.”
Established the Sunday Girls Initiative, empowering adolescent girls with life skills, menstrual health education, and reproductive health awareness through regular mentorship and community outreach.
Launched High School Health Clubs in Monrovia and surrounding counties to introduce AMR and IPC concepts at the secondary school level.
Carried out national AMR awareness campaigns during World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW), including radio programs, webinars, school sensitizations, and community outreach drives.
Engaged with key stakeholders, including the Ministry of Health, Liberia One Health Platform, and Africa CDC, to promote policy dialogue and collaborative AMR interventions.
Produced and published impactful knowledge products, including infographics, IEC materials, and digital content tailored to local audiences in English and Liberian vernaculars.
As we look ahead, CHS is charting an ambitious course to deepen our impact and reach more communities across Liberia. Our vision for the future includes:
Institutionalizing the Annual AMR Conference as a nationally recognized event endorsed by partners such as the Ministry of Health, WHO, NPHIL, and Africa CDC, to influence policy and practice on antimicrobial stewardship.
Expanding our AMR education curriculum to primary and secondary schools nationwide, ensuring early awareness of responsible antibiotic use.
Launching the National AMR Youth Taskforce, a dedicated platform for young leaders to advocate, innovate, and co-create solutions to combat drug resistance.
Introducing digital health interventions to improve access to AMR education, IPC training, and reproductive health services, especially in remote areas.
Scaling our community-led initiatives like the Sunday Girls Initiative, school clubs, and Universities AMR clubs to all counties and universities in Liberia, ensuring wider inclusion of marginalized groups.
Strengthening infection prevention and control systems in both community and healthcare settings through hands-on training, facility audits, and the provision of WASH materials to prevent the spread of both communicable and noncommunicable diseases.
Promoting climate-resilient health practices by integrating environmental sustainability into all program areas, raising awareness on the links between climate change and public health, and advocating for clean, green, and safe environments.
Tackling the growing burden of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) through awareness campaigns on lifestyle-related risks (diet, tobacco, alcohol), school-based wellness programs, and screening initiatives for hypertension, diabetes, and other NCDs.
Strengthening our monitoring and evaluation systems to generate robust, real-time data that informs programming, demonstrates impact, and supports national health strategies.
Our work is grounded in five strategic focus areas that drive community health, resilience, and equity in Liberia.
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We raise awareness and implement community-led solutions to combat antimicrobial resistance. Our efforts focus on responsible antibiotic use, youth-led advocacy, training for farmers and healthcare providers, and behavior change campaigns that help protect life-saving medicines. Over the past three years, we have reached 10 universities, 5 communities, and reached 5,000+ people - in human, animal, plants, environmental health and other professions - with AMR awareness and training.
We empower adolescents and young people with access to accurate SRH information and services. Our initiatives focus on menstrual health, gender equality, STI prevention, family planning, and reducing teenage pregnancy through peer education and safe spaces. Through our Sunday Girls initiative, we have supported 1,000+ girls in churches, schools and communities with menstrual hygiene education and sanitary care products
Our IPC programs build capacity at the community and facility levels. We train healthcare workers and the public on hygiene practices, handwashing, safe waste disposal, and facility disinfection to prevent infections and improve health outcomes across Liberia.
We promote early detection and lifestyle-based prevention of NCDs such as hypertension, diabetes, and stroke. Our campaigns encourage physical activity, balanced diets, regular checkups, and mental well-being, particularly in underserved communities.
Climate change impacts health. We engage communities in climate-resilient health solutions—focusing on WASH, environmental sustainability, and reducing antibiotic pollution. We advocate for greener practices in agriculture, sanitation, and health delivery systems.
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Founder
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Antoinette Sonkarlay
Human Resource Officer
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Ophelia Tete Nimely
Finance Officer
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Michelle Gwaikolo
Sexual and Reproductive Health Lead
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Miracle R. Jones
Sexual and Reproductive Health officer
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Shemaiah G. Hodkins
Graphics and Media Officer
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