Living in Liberia?
Liberia does not allow non-Liberians to buy property. I do know that much. That may be changing. You also cannot become a Liberian citizen unless you are black. Non-citizens can rent property, however. Much of their social infastructure is non-existant. They did just come off of a 14 year long civil war. The soccer stadium was used to house refugees. I'm sure much has improved since we were there. We stayed mainly near the US embassy neighborhood. Nice Lebanese restaurant nearby.
How do i tell my parents im taking a year off college to live in Liberia and The Congo?
So what, you just plan to send them a letter saying by the way, I'm living in another country? What do you plan to do in these countries? Do you have a plan? Don't expect them to support you in this or pay for college when you get back. If you are so immature as to think about not telling them, this isn't for you. HOw about you finish college and join the peace corps?
How many people live in Liberia?
More information on the people of Liberia then you ever hoped for: Population: 3,441,790 (July 2009 est.) Age structure: 0-14 years: 44.1% (male 760,989/female 758,554) 15-64 years: 53% (male 904,770/female 920,704) 65 years and over: 2.8% (male 47,013/female 49,760) (2009 est.) Median age: total: 18 years male: 17.9 years female: 18.2 years (2008 est.) Population growth rate: 2.665% (2009 est.) Birth rate: 42.92 births/1,000 population (2008 est.) Death rate: 21.45 deaths/1,000 population (2008 est.) Net migration rate: 5.13 migrant(s)/1,000 population (2009 est.) Sex ratio: at birth: 1.03 male(s)/female under 15 years: 1 male(s)/female 15-64 years: 0.98 male(s)/female 65 years and over: 0.94 male(s)/female total population: 0.99 male(s)/female (2009 est.) Infant mortality rate: total: 138.24 deaths/1,000 live births male: 153.55 deaths/1,000 live births female: 122.46 deaths/1,000 live births (2009 est.) Life expectancy at birth: total population: 41.84 years male: 40.71 years female: 43 years (2009 est.) Total fertility rate: 5.79 children born/woman (2009 est.)
How do i tell my parents im taking a year off college to stay in the Congo? And when is the best time?
I would test the waters before blatantly stating it. Make sure they are both together and they are both relaxed. I wouldn't recommend throwing it at them as soon as the walk in the door from a long day at work.
Feeling depressed and worthless need someone to talk too?
Sweetie... growing up is hard. And you have to remember, your parents are people too. They make mistakes, and they don't always know what is best for you. But I bet they don't hate you and they aren't ignoring you. They are probably just afraid to disappoint you. They might not be able to support you in all of your dreams and desires financially and/or emotionally, but they still love you and are doing what they can. Being a single mom is tough, b/c on top of raising a child, they are trying to live their life. They have bills and mortgage, and insurance, and food, and gas and the list goes on. While worrying about day to day life, there's also concern for the big world and the deployed soldiers and hunger and poverty etc. The list of things to worry about doesn't end. Take a deep breath and sit down with your mom. Tell her how you feel. Tell her you feel left out, that you feel like she's not listening. I made the mistake of not telling my mom how I felt and it took me 8 years to get to a place where I can really talk to her, and yet its still something I'm working on. Let her know that you love her, and that these dreams aren't silly, but actually something you want to do for yourself, and you need her help. Tell her you are bothered by your teeth, and it would mean the world to you if you could have braces; and that braces pay off in the long run. I promise you it's going to be okay and that you'll be able to handle it and you'll make it through. it's not easy, all the way around, but don't forget you aren't the only one struggling. Talking to your counselor is a great start, and like I said, you should also talk to your mom again about how you feel. The more communication you have , the better the relationship. Don't give up; you've got you're whole life ahead of you, and if you want it bad enough, you will find your way to follow your dreams, (as cheesy as that may sound, it's true)
My Boyfriend wants to marry me because he needs a Green Card?????? WHAT SHOULD I DO?
Don't marry him. I've seen too many women get married to immigrants and as soon as the person receives their citizenship they completely ditch the woman they are with and live their own life, and of course she can't do much because he's a naturalized US citizen It's sad but happens all to often. I think you need to talk with you BF and discuss options other than marriage. You have a right to be sceptical, if he questions you on your trust, tell him that marriage is a huge thing and you don't want to rush it. You have a right to be respected and not be forced into something you don't want to do. There are options other than green card, and if he is a rational man who is not out to use you, he will calmly look at other options with you. Remember desperation is a stinky cologne and if he appears to be all-too charming and suave, or just a really really nice guy (the one that a lot of people I know married) then he is out to simply get his start in America and will probably dump you as soon as he is naturalized. If you do decide you want to marry the man because you love him, there is nothing wrong with that and you have a right to. All I ask is, that you get an attorney and all the paperwork involved. That way if he does leave you, you will not be out on your bum. Good luck and I wish you the best!