ABOUT US

OUR MISSION

To empower the young generation of Sierra Leoneans in ensuing challenges that endanger the emergence of a generation of innovative youth and young leaders and entrepreneurs across all sectors. We are dedicated to empowering the youth and young of today to battle the issues of tomorrow. With an emphasis on promoting easy access to insights, information, and expertise on national and international issues to ensure that our youth is ready to take command when the hour comes. We are committed to providing the youth and young with leadership-oriented job opportunities and mentorship that will mold their minds and enhance their diplomatic, leadership, and entrepreneurial skills. Greater racial and gender inclusivity remains our forefront agenda to achieve the goal of a more just and equal society.

OUR VALUES

Gender Diversity

YGLN-SSD recognize the need for our work to reflect and promote respect for gender diversity issues.

Collective action and solidarity

YGLN-SSD strive for joint action and cooperation whenever justified by or mission and stand with and by other NGOs and CSOs whenever they are faced with challenges in their work.

Diversity

YGLN-SSD believe in and celebrate diversity in the NGO sector and strives for unity.

Transparency & Accountability

YGLN-SSD Through our policies and procedures, and in all our actions, we ensure we are transparent and accountable, answering to our partners, membership and stakeholders. We hold ourselves accountable to the highest level of ethical behavior and responsibility for our actions, while maintaining integrity in our performance and advocating for same in public institutions.

Self-Sufficiency

YGLN-SSD as an NGO strive and work towards sustainable development outcomes within the NGO sector.

Sustainability

YGLN-SSD believes its programs and services are relevant and necessary for every generation.

Commitment

YGLN-SSD is very committed to ensure smooth running of programs and accomplishment of its goals, aims and objectives regardless of all imminent challenges.

Thematic Areas of Intervention Projects & Programming

Peace and security

Youth Leadership and Mentorship

Economic Empowerment

Social cohesion, integration, and Nation Building

Debate Competition and Citizen’s Engagement

Diversity and Inclusion

Human Rights and Rule of Law

Talent Identification and Development

Climate Change and Sustainable Development

Education, Training and Child Literacy

YGLN-SIERRA LEONE Chapter Management Team

Amb. Patrick Solomon Baimba

Country Director

Christiana Lansana

Communication and Public Affairs Officer

Mohamed Dauda Kamara

Executive Secretary

Mohamed Hassan Fofanah

Finance and Operations Officer

Amb. Banjamin Bockarie

Country Projects Coordinator

Mary Sirah Kamara

Region Based Project Officer – Western Area

Christiana Jennevia Conteh

Partnerships and Development Officer

Ngadie Sesay

Membership Services Officer