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The YMCA of Liberia has partnered with Ensideout to implement a pilot program titled “3D Wellness.” Founded in 1881, the YMCA of Liberia is the country’s oldest youth leadership organization, with a mission to develop young people as responsible and active citizens through programs in leadership, education, health, and civic engagement

Ensideout, a nonprofit organization based in Baltimore, Maryland, USA, focuses on holistic youth development by delivering wellness-based educational programs that foster self-awareness, resilience, and leadership, preparing students to thrive in school, work, and life.

This initiative is designed to equip students, families, and school communities with the tools to live healthier, more balanced, and more purposeful lives. Ensideout is a nonprofit organization based in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. Focused on holistic youth development, Ensideout delivers wellness-based educational programs that promote self-awareness, resilience, and leadership, preparing students to thrive in school, work, and life.

The program is designed to empower 6th–12th grade students, their families, and school communities with the knowledge, skills, and resources to live healthier, more balanced, and purposeful lives. It introduces a comprehensive curriculum grounded in the eight dimensions of well-being: emotional, physical, occupational, intellectual, financial, social, environmental, and spiritual.

Through its curriculum, the 3D Wellness Program will equip students with practical tools to manage emotions, foster healthy relationships, utilize social media responsibly, enhance academic readiness, and explore spiritual and community well-being. It also places strong emphasis on financial literacy and career readiness, engaging local financial institutions and creating opportunities for students to gain mentorships, internships, and exposure to career development pathways.

The program is structured around three core pillars:

• Discover – Building self-awareness, identity, and purpose
• Develop – Strengthening leadership, communication, academic, and health skills
• Display – Applying knowledge through advocacy, projects, and real-world experiences

To complement classroom learning, students will be guided in designing and implementing school and community health initiatives. This component will ensure that students translate their learning into practical solutions that contribute to healthier communities.

The 3D Wellness Pilot Program will run for three months in five selected high schools in Monrovia, with plans for expansion across Liberia following its evaluation.