New Salone Woman Organization

05/05/2026

A productive meeting with the Board Members of My Oral Village in Toronto focused on strengthening collaboration and sharing progress from Sierra Leone.

The Oral Information Management (OIM) Library for Women’s Financial Inclusion is being implemented through a partnership between My Oral Village , New Salone Woman Organization, Central Bank Of Sierra Leone, and three financial service providers LAPO Microfinance Company Ltd. SL, Harvest Microfinance , and Yoni Community Bank Ltd.

Esther shared how this work is supporting unschooled and poorly schooled women to better understand and engage with financial services.

We also discussed our work with female Keke riders, where the Loan Repayment Passbook is enabling women to track repayments, manage records, and strengthen their financial control.

Appreciation to Brett Hudson Matthews, Xavier Debane, Jim Whitestone, Margaret Hazelwood, , James Thalla-Joel, David Myre and Heather Broughton for the thoughtful discussion and continued Support.
Fund for Innovation & Transformation
Deyan Bangura Delina Mattia Mohamed L Kebbie Hawa Kebbie Babagale Alie Sillah

23/04/2026

New Salone Woman Organization Participated in National Dialogue on Youth Empowerment 🇸🇱

Building a stronger youth sector requires intentional collaboration, shared advocacy, and inclusive participation in national development processes. These were at the heart of discussions during the recent Youth Stakeholders Engagement.

Bringing together key actors across government, civil society, and youth-led organisations, the engagement convened by the National Youth Commission Sierra Leone in partnership with the National Youth Sector Caucus focused on strengthening coordination and driving collective impact across Sierra Leone.

New Salone Woman Organization was represented at this important platform by Esther Mattar and Deyan Bangura , who contributed to discussions on youth empowerment.

As an organisation, we remain committed to promoting collaboration, amplifying the voices of young women, and contributing to a more inclusive and impactful youth development landscape.

Stronger partnerships, stronger impact
United voices, shared vision
Empowered youth, empowered nation

22/04/2026

Our Executive Director, Esther Mattar, alongside our partners Brett Matthews and David Myre, had the privilege of meeting with John Mighton, founder of JUMP Math, during her recent visit to Canada.

John Mighton is a renowned Canadian mathematician and educator whose work focuses on making mathematics accessible for all. Through JUMP Math, he has transformed how numeracy is taught by building confidence step-by-step.

We shared our work on the Oral Information Management (OIM) Library for Women’s Financial Inclusion in Sierra Leone supporting unschooled and low-literacy women through icons and visual tools for independent financial use.

It was an inspiring exchange on inclusive learning, numeracy, and designing systems that meet people where they are.
My Oral Village Deyan Bangura Hawa Kebbie Delina Mattia Mohamed L Kebbie Central Bank Of Sierra Leone Harvest Microfinance

20/04/2026

At New Salone Woman Organization , we take pride in celebrating our team members who drive our mission forward. Today, we celebrate the birthday of our Impact Lead, Mr. Babagale Alie Sillah, who joined us in March this year.

Since joining, Babagale has brought dedication, insight, and a strong commitment to impact-driven work, contributing meaningfully to our programs and vision.

We appreciate your efforts and look forward to the continued impact you will make.

Happy Birthday, Babagale! 🎂

Wishing you continued success, good health, and greater achievements ahead

23/03/2026

We were honoured to attend the Fund for Innovation & Transformation Innovation Exchange 2026, a powerful gathering that brought together innovators, partners, and Small and Medium Organizations (SMOs) from across the world to share ideas, deepen learning, and celebrate innovation for sustainable and inclusive development.

Hosted at the Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat, 199 Sussex Drive, Ottawa Canada, the event created a meaningful space for collaboration, storytelling, and showcasing impactful solutions

Representing our partnership were David Myhre Director for Partnerships My Oral Village and Esther Mattar Executive Director, New Salone Woman Organization, highlighting our joint work on the Oral Information Management Library for Women’s Financial Inclusion in Sierra Leone.

This fully funded trip was made possible by the Manitoba Council for International Cooperation , whose commitment to innovation and transformation continues to empower organizations like ours to grow, connect, and create lasting impact.

A special appreciation to the FIT team for curating such a thoughtful, inspiring, and inclusive platform bringing together diverse voices and driving real change through innovation and partnership.
Harvest Microfinance Central Bank Of Sierra Leone Deyan Bangura Mohamed L Kebbie Hawa Kebbie Babagale Alie Sillah Delina Mattia

19/03/2026

On Tuesday 17th March 2026, our team had a focused strategic session dedicated to strengthening our organisational image, refining our branding, and deepening the culture that defines who we are and how we serve.

At New Salone Woman Organization , these conversations are not new, they are part of an ongoing commitment to growth, accountability, and excellence. Periodic reflections like this allow us to assess our progress, align our vision, and ensure that our values are consistently reflected in our work, partnerships, and impact.

As we continue to evolve, we remain intentional about building a strong, credible identity that speaks not only through our words, but through our actions and results. Strengthening our internal culture and external presence is key to sustaining meaningful change and delivering value to the communities we serve.

We move forward with clarity, purpose, and a renewed commitment to excellence.

09/03/2026

08/03/2026

Our Executive Director, Esther Mattar, travelled to Canada on 21st February ahead of the Fund for Innovation & Transformation Innovation Exchange held at the Aga Khan Foundation Canada in Ottawa. The event brought together innovators from different parts of the world to share knowledge, experiences, and solutions that are creating positive change in their communities.

This trip was fully funded by the Manitoba Council for International Cooperation (MCIC) and supported by My Oral Village , whose partnership made it possible for New Salone Woman Organization to participate in this important global exchange.

08/03/2026

Happy International Women’s Day!

Today we celebrate the strength, resilience, and power of women and girls everywhere.

At New Salone Woman Organization , we remain committed to advancing women’s rights, equality, and empowerment in Sierra Leone. Through our work in skills training, financial literacy and numeracy, advocacy, and community development, we continue to support women and girls to build confidence, gain opportunities, and shape their own futures.

25/01/2026

Slango Slango Annual General Meeting report.

15/01/2026

Today, the Executive Director and Program Officer of New Salone Woman Organization (NSWO) participated in the official launch of the newly developed Slango Slango NGO Registration Portal, alongside national and international NGOs.

The new digital portal is an important advancement designed to simplify and standardise NGO registration and renewal processes. It aims to minimise paperwork, improve the accuracy of NGO records, strengthen regulatory compliance, and provide timely access to verified information on NGOs operating across Sierra Leone.

The platform represents a positive step toward improving efficiency, accountability, and coordination within the civil society sector, while supporting stronger governance and sector-wide collaboration.

Speaking at the event, the Board Chairman of SLANGO highlighted that the portal demonstrates a collective responsibility to uphold accountability and credibility within the NGO community, stressing the importance of transparent registration systems in building public trust.

The Director of NGO Affairs at the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development noted that the platform supports government efforts to digitise public services, enhance oversight, and ensure that NGO activities are better coordinated and aligned with national development priorities.

Officially launching the portal, the Representative of the Chief Minister reaffirmed Government’s commitment to working closely with NGOs, emphasising that the system will strengthen coordination, improve impact delivery, and support evidence-based planning and policy development.

The SLANGO NGO Registration Portal is now open to NGOs nationwide for the 2025–2027 registration and renewal cycle.

New Salone a woman Organization welcomes this important initiative and reaffirms its commitment to compliance, transparency, and effective service delivery.

Congratulations to for its leadership in strengthening NGO governance and advancing digital transformation in Sierra Leone .