Had a productive meeting today with the UK in Sierra Leone 🇬🇧🇸🇱 High Commissioner Lisa Chesney. Discussed crucial issues such as gender-based violence, sexual reproductive health, youth empowerment, and wellbeing. Encouraged by the promising dialogue and shared commitment.

This Tuesday, Deputy Justice Minister Alpha Sesay will present a status update on the constitutional review process. Human Rights Commissioner Simitie Lavaly will speak about the imperative for a new constitution and Youth Minister Minister of Youth Affairs - Sierra Leone presents some good news on youth…

This afternoon, Min. Minister of Youth Affairs - Sierra Leone engaged in strategic discussions with Jelena Zelenovic, Prog. Manager of #PBF , focusing on the progress & future direction of youth proj. funded by United Nations Peacebuilding in 🇸🇱. Emphasis was placed on coordination & scaling up best practices nationwide.

with UNFPA Sierra Leone country director Nadia Rasheed discussing empowering female youth-led organizations. fruitful conversations around issues like sexual reproductive health and rights, and providing entrepreneurship and skills training opportunities.

I call on every citizen, regardless of political affiliation or background, to support this initiative. I urge my brothers and sisters in the APC and SLPP to put aside our differences and work together towards a common goal: improving the lives of our young people.

It's official! The #YouthConnektAfrica 2024 Summit will be held in Kigali, Rwanda from 8-10 Nov themed 'Jobs for Youth through Innovative Skilling'.

#ECOSOC Youth Forum, I emphasized empowerment in poverty alleviation. Sierra Leone's strategic initiatives focus on education, skills& entrepreneurship for development. Advocating 4 African-led solutions&partnerships, we aim for sustainable progress, echoing Nelson Mandela's call

I had a productive meeting with USEmbassyFreetown Amb. @BrianHunt. We discussed crucial topics such as youth advancement, the Kush synthetic drug crisis, agriculture, education, skills training, entrepreneurship, poverty alleviation, job creation, and empowerment opportunities.

Celebrating the dedication and collaboration at the World Bank ImplementationSupport Mission for the PSSNYE project in Sierra Leone! Emphasizing national ownership and urgency to empower youth for a brighter future. Grateful for the support and commitment.

Thrilled to be on the ground with the World Bank Mission supporting the implementation of the PSSYNE Project. Today's discussions on compliance and risk management for were enlightening. Grateful for the opportunity to contribute to such an important cause.

Had a productive meeting with the World Bank mission on the productive social safety net and youth employment project. Emphasized the importance of accelerated implementation to address needs of young people. Discussed the upcoming Status of Youth Report for effective guidance

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With funding from the government and UNDP in Sierra Leone, 50 local fishing boats being constructed to support 1,000 young people in 7 coastal districts. Advance and progress payments have been disbursed to contractors, marking progress towards creating job opportunities.

Inspired and energized by our very productive meeting with UNDP Africa chief Ahunna Eziakonwa. #Africa ’s transformation requires intentional investment in #mindsetshift of our #youngpeople as President Julius Maada Bio has envisioned with the creation of a #civiceducation ministry. #UNDP and

I'll be on a panel discussing the documentary film 'The New Face of Salone' premiering at New York | New Work University. Under President Julius Maada Bio's leadership, Sierra Leone has seen remarkable progress, transforming into a beacon of hope and opportunity. #SaloneRising #PresidentBio

Join us at #NYU today for this! #NewFaceofSalone #SaloneBigPassWiAll #SaloneAboveAllElse

I met with MRU Secretary General Ambassador Maria G. Harrison and her team to discuss the YouthConnekt Conference. We highlighted the power of collaboration in addressing youth issues, stressing the importance of uniting efforts to provide solutions and empower young people.

Meeting with the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Technology. Plans for the Mano River union YouthConnekt Africa Hub involve leveraging technology to unite stakeholders, launching a tech city, and attracting international investors for the Sierra Leonean youth.

Productive talks with IOM Sierra Leone Country Manager Christos Christodoulides focused on empowering youth and tackling migration issues. Emphasizing alternatives to illegal migration such as entrepreneurship and skills development. Prioritizing youth well-being. #YouthEmpowerment

The strategic moment for the IOM - UN Migration 🇺🇳 country strategy2025-2030 emphasizes stopping temple run, empowering youth economically, fostering skills development, and instilling hope. Investing in youth ensures a brighter future, innovation, progress, and sustainable development..