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🇸🇱 Non-profit organisation | Est. 1998
Founded by the Gbla Family ❤️
Building brighter futures in Sierra Leone
📚 Education | ⚽ Sport | 🩺 Healthcare

The charity SLDARA was set up by Dr Gbla who himself is a Sierra Leonean. Coming from a very poor background and born in Sierra Leone he himself knows all too well what a struggle it is to get an education. His dedication has always been to help as many young people as possible to be able to support themselves and their families and so to improve their quality of life. Apart from the education scheme ,many other projects have been initiated. To name a few we build 18 houses in the village Mamankara and on 17 December 2013 we officially opened a six classroom modern school building in cooperation with NaCSA that serves the local community and the surrounding villages. Among our efforts to improve health and sanitation we build several latrines(toilets)and two water wells to provide clean water for the entire village. One of our first projects was to build a bridge so that goods can be transported from the city to the villages .We also send out aid in kind, educational and medical equipment, good quality clothing ,computers etc. The practical help is sent out in containers which are cleared and sorted when we ourselves are in the country. The country has suffered greatly ,first a twelve year long civil war(1991-2001) and then the Ebola outbreak from 2014-2016 which has cost thousands of lives. Many children have become orphans and help is needed more than ever. School fees are paid by Dr and or Mrs Gbla in person ,they visit each school see the sponsored child and speak to the head teacher. Progress reports are sent out annually. Our support worker and personal assistant takes care of our affairs when we are not in the country and is in very frequent contact with us.

25/10/2026

A little support can make a big difference! 🎒📚✏️

These four students are ready to take on the school year with their new uniforms, exercise books and learning materials. Thanks to the generosity of their sponsors, they have the essentials they need to feel prepared, confident and ready to learn 💛

Every bag of supplies represents more than just school materials, it’s an investment in a child’s education, potential and future.

Thank you to everyone helping us open doors to brighter futures in Sierra Leone 🇸🇱

21/10/2026

💙 Building a future in healthcare! 🩺✨

Kadie is now in her third year of a Bachelor of Social Sciences in Nursing at the University of Makeni, working hard towards her ambition of becoming a qualified nurse.

Her journey represents the power of education to open doors, create opportunities and equip young people with the skills to make a meaningful difference in their communities.

At SLDARA, we’re proud to support students as they work towards their goals, knowing that investing in their education today can help build a stronger, healthier Sierra Leone tomorrow 🇸🇱

Thank you to everyone who supports our students and helps make their dreams possible ❤️

18/10/2026

🎒💛 Looking smart and ready to learn! 📚✨

Zacharias is proudly wearing his school uniform and ready to continue his educational journey! 🌟

At SLDARA, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and reach their full potential. Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, children like Zacharias can continue their education and work towards a brighter future.

Every child has potential. Together, we can help them unlock it ❤️

Thank you to everyone who supports our mission and makes these opportunities possible!

11/10/2026

🎒💛 Little steps, big dreams! ✨

Meet Rosetta, just 4 years old and already taking her first steps on her educational journey! 📚

With her school uniform, backpack and a big world of possibilities ahead of her, Rosetta is ready to learn, grow and discover her potential.

At SLDARA, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to access education and build a brighter future, no matter their circumstances.

Thank you to everyone who supports our work and helps give children like Rosetta the chance to thrive 🌍

04/10/2026

Ready for a new school year! 🎒📚

Meet Foday and Manjah, brother and sister, as they proudly prepare for another year of education. 💛

Having sadly lost both of their parents, Foday and Manjah have faced challenges that no child should have to experience. Thankfully, they have the love and care of their older brother, Moses, who has stepped up to look after them and support them through incredibly difficult circumstances.

With their new school bags, uniforms and learning resources, they can start the new school year feeling prepared and excited to learn 📚✨

Their journey is a reminder of why education and consistent support matter so much. Thanks to their sponsors, Foday and Manjah have the opportunity to remain in school, continue learning and build towards a brighter future.

Thank you to everyone who helps make moments like this possible ❤️

21/09/2026

Back to school! 📚✨

It’s wonderful to see Marian and Nellie back at school and ready for another year of learning. And just look how smart they are in their brand-new school uniforms! 💛

Thanks to the generosity of their individual sponsors, both girls have the essentials they need to start the new school year with confidence and pride.

Every school year brings new lessons, new challenges, and new opportunities, and we’re excited to see what Marian and Nellie achieve this year.

Thank you to their sponsors for continuing to invest in their education and brighter futures ❤️

31/08/2026

Investing in teachers means investing in generations 📚🌱

Meet two of the trainee teachers from Mamankara Village Primary School, who are working hard to become fully qualified educators.

Even during their school holidays, they have been continuing their training and studies, showing the same dedication we hope they will inspire in the children they teach.

At SLDARA, we believe that building a strong school starts with investing in the people who stand at the front of the classroom. By supporting their training, we are helping to lay strong foundations for a high standard of education, while giving these educators the opportunity to give back to their community.

One day, they won’t just be teachers, they’ll be role models, mentors, and inspirations for the next generation of children in Mamankara 💛

05/08/2026

Another school year completed! 🎓📚💛

We’re so proud of these incredible young girls, who have successfully completed another year of their education. Every exam passed, every lesson learned, and every milestone reached is a testament to their hard work, determination, and resilience.

For many of our sponsored students, staying in school isn’t something to be taken for granted. Thanks to the generosity of their sponsors, they have the opportunity to continue learning, growing, and working towards the futures they dream of.

Congratulations to all of our students on another fantastic academic year. We can’t wait to see what you achieve next! 🌟

09/07/2026

A smile that says it all 💛

Meet Saffinatu, one of our sponsored students who has been part of the SLDARA family since 2024.

Now 16 years old, Saffinatu is thriving at school and continues to work hard towards a brighter future. During our recent visit, it was wonderful to catch up with her and her younger brother, who is also supported through our sponsorship programme. Seeing them both smiling as they received new school bags, water bottles, and learning materials was a reminder of just how much these simple essentials mean.

When we began supporting Saffinatu, her family was coming to terms with the sudden loss of her father. Despite the challenges they have faced, she has remained determined to continue her education and make the most of every opportunity.

Thanks to the kindness of her sponsor, Saffinatu can stay in school, focus on her studies, and continue building the future she dreams of. It’s incredible to see how far she has come, and we can’t wait to watch her continue to grow and achieve.

Thank you to everyone who continues to make stories like Saffinatu’s possible ❤️

07/07/2026

Meet Moses 💙

Moses is 20 years old and has recently been accepted onto a Computer Science & Business IT course at Sky Vision College of Digital Technology and Management, where he will begin his studies this September.

His journey to higher education has not been easy.

After losing both of his parents at a young age, Moses and his younger siblings, Manjah and Foday, were lovingly raised by their grandmother in Grafton Village. Tragically, she also passed away last month after a period of illness, leaving Moses to navigate unimaginable grief while continuing to care for his younger brother and sister.

Despite these challenges, Moses has never lost sight of his dream. He is passionate about technology and hopes to build a career that will not only provide for his siblings but also contribute to Sierra Leone’s growing digital future.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of his sponsor, Moses can now look ahead to starting college without the burden of tuition fees standing in his way. With the support of caring neighbours helping to look after his younger siblings while he attends classes, he can focus on building the future he has worked so hard for.

Moses’ story is a powerful reminder that education doesn’t just change one life, it can transform the future of an entire family 💛

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http://www.sldara.org.uk/

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