Our Impact
At ANAM, music is more than a skill—it’s a lifeline. Through our holistic programs, we use music education as a tool to heal, empower, and uplift Liberia’s most vulnerable children and youth. Each note played, each lesson learned, helps shape brighter futures and stronger communities.
Transforming Lives Through Music
ANAM’s programs are built to respond to the unique challenges faced by children growing up in poverty, post-conflict trauma, and educational inequality.
By offering safe, structured programming, ANAM keeps children off the streets and places them in an environment of learning, creativity, and encouragement.
Transforming Lives Through Music
ANAM’s programs are built to respond to the unique challenges faced by children growing up in poverty, post-conflict trauma, and educational inequality.
By offering safe, structured programming, ANAM keeps children off the streets and places them in an environment of learning, creativity, and encouragement.
Academic Impact
Music instruction improves focus, memory, literacy, and math performance. Students in our programs often show better classroom behavior and higher school engagement.
Emotional Healing
Many ANAM students have been affected by Liberia’s civil wars, poverty, or loss. Music and mentorship provide a path for emotional expression and trauma recovery.
Spiritual and Cultural Growth
Through our Worship & Art Leadership Certificate and performances of Liberian music, students reconnect with their cultural identity and faith traditions.
Impact at a Glance
Our graduates are giving back!
Many now serve as church musicians and music teachers in schools and community programs, using their talents to inspire others and strengthen local institutions. Others have gone on to become medical doctors, lawyers, bankers, administrators, and business leaders.
Impact at a Glance
Our graduates are giving back!
Many now serve as church musicians and music teachers in schools and community programs, using their talents to inspire others and strengthen local institutions. Others have gone on to become medical doctors, lawyers, bankers, administrators, and business leaders.
↓ Success Stories ↓
Since 2008, ANAM has provided music education to over 600 students. Many of our graduates are currently employed or volunteering in their local churches, schools, or community organizations. Below are success stories of some graduates of ANAM.
A Life Transformed Meet George Gloma Washington
When George first arrived at ANAM in 2020, he came with a dream and a deep love for music. He enrolled in our music education program with a focus on piano, and through hard work, dedication, and the support of our instructors, he quickly began to thrive.
After completing the program in 2021, George chose to stay on and continue growing—committing himself to further training and daily practice. Over time, his discipline and passion turned into true proficiency.
Today, George is not only an accomplished pianist but also a Teaching Assistant in our music education program. He now helps train the next generation of musicians and serves as a pianist in his local church—using his gifts to uplift his community and inspire others, just as he was once inspired.
Maccarthy Kpaan
Maccarthy is a 2010 graduate of ANAM who was sponsored by his church, Life Tabernacle (LT) in Monrovia. He currently serves as Pianist and Assistant Choir Director at LT and also works with Kingdom Worshipper Mass Choir as Director of Instrumental Music and Assistant Director for vocal music. His involvement in music through ANAM has made him a better citizen in his community.
Blessed-Joy Saway
Blessed is a 2010 graduate of ANAM. She is currently Pianist at Faith Healing Temple of Jesus Christ in Bushrod Island, Liberia. She also teaches piano lessons to children, and performs occasionally at local events in her community. She is using her musical skills to change lives and bring joy to her community through music.
Meshack Barnh
Meshack is a 2012 graduate of ANAM. He entered the program after his local pastor took him in. He is currently pianist of his church, Restoration Baptist Ministries in Congo Town, Liberia, and Music Teacher at Naklee M. Brisbane Academy in Sinkor, Monrovia. He also teaches private piano lessons to people in his community. His involvement which ANAM has made a significant impact in his life.
Janelle Dennis
Janelle is a 2011 graduate of ANAM. She is contributing to her community by teaching piano lessons to children, playing piano occasionally at churches, and performing at local events. She is using her musical skills to change lives and bring joy to her community through music.
William Neal
William enrolled in ANAM Early Childhood program in January 2012 and eventually entered the certificate program in 2015 where he took lessons in piano. He is currently Assistant Organist at Trinity Cathedral, the center of the Episcopal Church of Liberia.
Kangar Diggs
Kangar is a 2012 graduate of ANAM. He is currently Pianist and Director of Music Ministry at Gracie A. Reeves Baptist Church in Old Road, Congo Town, Liberia.
Dave Teah
Dave is a 2011 graduate of ANAM. He is now a musician for a local church in Monrovia.
Julius Stewart
Julius is a 2010 graduate of ANAM. He is currently Assisting Pianist and Director at Faith Healing Temple of Jesus Christ in Bushrod Island, Liberia. He is also Director of Christ Victory Island Music Studio and Music Teacher of ANAM in Monrovia.
Maxwell Clement
Maxwell is a 2011 graduate of ANAM. He is a member of Refuge Temple Church on Front Street, Monrovia, where he plays piano occasionally. He is also involved with a local music recording studio in Monrovia.
James Howard
James is a 2010 graduate of ANAM. He served as Assistant Pianist and Choir Director at the First Baptist Church in Congo Town, Liberia. He is currently Pianist at Royal House Chapel International, in Laurel, MD.
