Women For Women Foundation Sierra Leone

09/07/2026

When we talk about women’s empowerment, we cannot afford to leave out economic empowerment.

Too often, conversations about women’s rights focus on representation, leadership, and participation in decision-making. While these are essential, they are not enough. Without economic opportunities, financial independence, and access to sustainable livelihoods, true empowerment remains out of reach.

Economic empowerment is a cause I am deeply passionate about because I believe it is the foundation of lasting change. When women have the skills, resources, and opportunities to earn a living, they gain greater confidence, stronger voices, and the ability to make decisions that benefit themselves, their families, and their communities.

If we are serious about advancing women’s empowerment, then economic empowerment must be at the heart of the conversation, not an afterthought.

This short video shares why this issue matters so much to me. I would love to hear your thoughts.

27/06/2026

For the past two years, Women for Women Foundation Sierra Leone, with invaluable support from WoMin African Alliance, has been working closely with women miners across three villages in Bombali District. The project focuses on strengthening women’s economic and social resilience through a multifaceted approach.

Key interventions include environmental protection, the establishment of Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLA), provision of groundnut and rice seeds for sustainable livelihoods, and capacity-building on Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) referral systems. Additionally, the project has delivered much-needed support for STI treatment, ensuring women’s health and wellbeing remain central to our mission.

This initiative demonstrates the power of collaborative action in empowering women to lead change within their communities. Together, we are fostering economic independence, improving health outcomes, and building safer, more inclusive spaces for women in Sierra Leone.

27/04/2026

Happy 65th Independence Day, Sierra Leone! 🇸🇱
Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and courage of our people, especially the women and girls who continue to drive positive change within their communities.

At Women for Women Foundation, we remain steadfast in our commitment to advancing equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all. Together, we can build a Sierra Leone where every woman and girl has the chance to thrive.

14/04/2026

🌱 Empowering Women, Protecting the Environment – A Transformative Journey in District 💚

Over the past two years, we have had the privilege of working alongside 30 incredible women from three villages in District, supporting them through village savings and loan schemes to build financial independence and sustainable livelihoods.

Today marks another powerful milestone in that journey.

Through targeted training, resource support, and continuous mentorship, these women are not only strengthening their economic resilience but are also making bold shifts away from harmful practices such as artisanal small-scale mining and deforestation. Instead, they are embracing more sustainable income-generating activities that protect both their futures and the environment.

This initiative is about more than financial empowerment, it is about transforming lives, restoring dignity, and creating long-term environmental sustainability.

✨ Women are saving more
✨ Women are earning with dignity
✨ Women are leading change in their communities
✨ And together, we are reducing environmental degradation

The impact is clear: when women are empowered with the right tools and opportunities, they become powerful agents of change, for their families, their communities, and our planet.

We remain committed to scaling this work, ensuring that more women can access the support they need to thrive without compromising the . This project is funded by African Alliance .





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11/03/2026

Throwback to one of our training sessions

This short video highlights our training on the production of liquid soup for young women, where participants learned practical skills to help them start small businesses and support their livelihoods.

This project was supported and funded by Purposeful and UK in Sierra Leone. We are grateful for their support in empowering young women through skills development.

08/03/2026

08/03/2026

As we celebrate International Women’s Day, many conversations focus on advancing women’s rights and opportunities. However, one group is still too often overlooked women living with disabilities.

Globally, over 1 billion people live with disabilities, and women represent a significant proportion of this population. Women with disabilities often face multiple and intersecting forms of discrimination, both as women and as persons with disabilities. As a result, they are frequently underrepresented in education, employment, leadership, and decision making spaces.

This year’s themes, “Give to Gain” and “Rights. Justice. Action. For All Women and Girls,” remind us that meaningful progress requires intentional investment. If we are truly committed to equality, we must invest in the education, leadership development, representation, and capacity building of women with disabilities.

As someone deeply passionate about equality, diversity, and inclusion, I believe it is critical for us to think intentionally about those whom society does not always adequately cater for. True inclusion means ensuring that every woman and every girl, regardless of ability, has access to opportunities, visibility, and support.

This International Women’s Day, let us reflect on how we can give so that we can gain, by advocating for inclusive policies, supporting representation, and creating opportunities for women and girls with disabilities.

Because when inclusion is real, everyone benefits. Happy International Women’s Day.

22/12/2025

Congratulations on your outstanding achievement, Maria, on graduating with a First-Class degree in Procurement and Logistics from Milton Margai Technical University. We are proud of you and confident that this milestone will open greater opportunities as you continue making impactful contributions through Women for Women Foundation.

12/12/2025

Our Programme Officer recently engaged in a meaningful Radio discussion on youth involvement in addressing GBV, stressing the importance of awareness, leadership, and supportive communities in ending gender-based violence.

08/12/2025

As we continue to celebrate the 16 Days of Activism, the Women for Women Foundation recently hosted a community engagement event in Aberdeen Community, addressing sexual violence and raising awareness of policies to combat it in Sierra Leone. By educating and empowering local members, we aim to break the silence and drive collective action for a safer future.