New Salone Woman Organization

30/07/2026

The partnership between Sierra Leone and Canada continues to strengthen cooperation, create opportunities and advance inclusive development. New Salone Woman Organization joined dignitaries at the Canada National Day reception hosted in Sierra Leone by Her Excellency Myriam Montrat, High Commissioner of Canada, at Bintumani Hall, under the theme: Celebrating Partnership, Building a Better Future Together.
A special thank you to Mr Kofie Macauley for his support and warn welcome during the celebration.

Mohamed L Kebbie
Delina Mattia Deyan Bangura Hawa Kebbie Babagale Alie Sillah Global Youth Network for Empowerment & Development - Sierra Leone

22/07/2026

As the Fund for Innovation & Transformation closes this chapter, we extend our heartfelt appreciation to Janice and the entire FIT team—an incredible group of professionals whose dedication, expertise and genuine commitment made this journey truly meaningful.

From the SMO learning sessions and regular check-in calls to the thoughtful guidance and technical support, FIT offered far more than funding. It created a trusted space for learning, collaboration and locally led innovation.

For New Salone Woman Organization , this experience strengthened our capacity and helped us translate local knowledge into practical, evidence-based solutions that advance women’s financial inclusion in Sierra Leone.

FIT’s legacy will live on through the innovations tested, the partnerships built and the local leadership strengthened. As Tariq highlighted, meaningful investment must ultimately lead to practical and sustainable impact within communities.

Farewell to this remarkable team. We are proud and grateful to have been part of the FIT innovation journey.

17/07/2026

New Salone Woman Organization is honored to officially partner with Global Youth Network for Empowerment & Development - Sierra Leone (GYNED) through the signing of this Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

This strategic partnership reflects our shared commitment to collaboration, innovation, and sustainable development. Together, we will leverage our collective strengths to empower women, girls, youth, and communities across Sierra Leone.

We look forward to working together to create meaningful and lasting impact.

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