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Friends of The Earth Sierra Leone

foesl.kenema@gmail.com, Sierra Leone
Joined February 2025

Where We Work: Friends of the Earth Sierra Leone operates across Sierra Leone, focusing on both urban and rural communities. What We Do: We advocate for environmental justice, promote sustainable.

Presence in: Sierra Leone
Focus: Children's Rights, Community / Customary Land Rights, Community Organizing, Disability Rights, Education, Environmental Justice, Family, Financial Sustainability & Fundraising, Gender-based violence, Generalist Legal Services, Governance, Accountability & Transparency, Health, Indigenous Peoples' Rights, Labor & Employment, Livelihoods, Peace-building & Transitional Justice, Policy Advocacy, Protection & Safety, Right to Information, Traditional / Customary Justice, Women's Rights

Friends of the Earth Sierra Leone is an environmental organization dedicated to promoting sustainable development and protecting the environment in Sierra Leone. Established as part of the global Friends of the Earth network, the organization focuses on advocating for community rights, particularly concerning land and natural resource management. By addressing issues such as deforestation, pollution, and climate change, Friends of the Earth Sierra Leone works to empower local communities to engage in sustainable practices while ensuring their voices are heard in environmental decision-making processes.

The organization employs a holistic approach that combines grassroots mobilization, education, and policy advocacy. They conduct workshops and training sessions to raise awareness about environmental issues and promote sustainable agricultural practices. Additionally, Friends of the Earth Sierra Leone collaborates with various stakeholders, including government bodies, local communities, and international partners, to develop and implement sustainable solutions that enhance environmental resilience and social equity. Through these efforts, they aim to foster a more equitable, just, and sustainable future for all Sierra Leoneans.