NICTOUR - Liberia, West Africa 2024

As part of Nurses In Charge Inc. (NIC) dedication to advancing nursing education, recognition, and professional development, we embarked on a groundbreaking project, NICTOUR Africa in 2024 and started in Liberia, West Africa.

Discovering the legacy and impact of nursing and midwifery in Liberia. This project marks the launch of a historical exploration across the African continent, with the vision of documenting this profession's unique evolution and contributions in each nation.

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Project Overview

The NICTOUR documentary captured the voices and history of Liberia's Nurses and Midwives - those who have served through profound changes in healthcare and contributed to their communities with resilience and compassion. This documentary highlighted the work of Nurses and Midwives across Liberia, examining how their roles have evolved through the years. We covered hospitals, colleges and universities, and community clinics, sharing stories that are both impactful and inspiring.

NIC Mission

Our mission is to highlight the historical contributions and modern challenges of nursing and midwifery in Liberia's healthcare system, recognizing these professionals for their dedication.

NIC Vision

Our vision is to foster a greater understanding and respect for the nursing profession globally, ultimately contributing to a legacy of recognition, education, and support for nurses in Liberia and beyond.

Thank You NICTOUR Crew Members

Dr. Nyempu M. Karmue

Hall DNP, FNP, RN, Founder & CEO

Mrs. Neyor L. Karmue

RN, Midwife, Advisor

Mrs. Evelyn Y.N. Yengiyoe

RN, Midwife, Chapter Chair

Mr. Emmanuel O. Hardy

Director of Legal Aspects

Mr. Nukanna Kollie,

Journalist and Public Relations

Mr. Benjemin Kollie

Film Director

Mr. Joshua Sacker

Greaves Director Videographer

Mr. Triplet T. Kortuma

Chief Driver

Ms. Pahn Jallah

Cook

Mr. James Kpaiiyalee

Data Collector

Ms. Ma Nowai Jimmy

Data Collector

Cececial Paye

Financial Secretary

Mrs. Cecelia Kpangbala-Flomo

NIC Ambassador

**Thank You NICTOUR Stakeholders**

Liberian Board of Nursing and Midwifery (LBNM)

Nimba County

Esther & Jereline (E&J) Medical Center Mrs. Cecelia Gono, Director of Nursing
Liberia International Christian College (LICC) Ms. Nora Keah
Winifred J. Harley College of Health Sciences in Ganta City, Nimba County. Mr. Clinton Zeantoe
Ganta United Methodist Hospital in Ganta City, Nimba County. Mrs. Agatha Kesselly, Director of Nursing
Nimba University Mr. Ephraim Yanyean

Bong County

Phebe Hospital and School of Nursing and Midwifery Dr. Ricks, Medical Director
Sumo Moye Memorial Tech College (SMMTC) Mr. Samuel Y. Barcolleh, Dean of Nursing
CB Dunbar Hospital tour with Rebecca G. Smith, Director of Nursing at CB Dunbar Hospital
Cuttington University Nursing College Ruth Sumo, Dean of Nursing

Montserrado County

Tubman National Institute of Medical Arts (TNIMA) Mr. Sarah Kollie, Dean of Nursing
Christian O. Symthe College of Health Sciences (The Smythe Institute University College) Mrs. Caroline Saye Willie, Dean of Nursing
Mother Patern College of Health Sciences Ms. Antoinette Nah Dean of Nursing
University of Liberia College of Health Sciences, Mr. Cynthia K.B. Jones, Dean of College of Nursing

Bong Bomi County

Bomi Community College Mr. Boikai Karnley, Dean of Nursing
Bomi County Liberian Government Hospital, Mr. Joseph F. Kanneh, Administrator
Bomi County. Pam's Drug Store

Lofa County

Phebe Esther Bacon College of Health Sciences and Currant Hospital Mr. Peter Kwehmie

Grand Gedeh County

Deanna Kay Isaacson School of Midwifery. Mrs. Sawah K. Shaffa, Dean of the Midwifery program
Martha Tubman Memorial Hospital (MTMH). Mr. Thomas Neewray, Director of Nursing
Grand Gedeh University College of Nursing. Mr. Duyan P. Molewoi Sr, Dean of Nursing

Grand Bassa County

Grand Bassa University Nursing Program, Mr. Chebo S. Darpoh
Albertine V. Russell RN at Liberian Government Hospital
Diana D. Natt RN at Liberian Government Hospital