Helen Keller Sierra Leone

Helen Keller Sierra Leone We help millions of children and families create lasting change in their own lives in Sierra Leone.

Today, we celebrated the inspiring life and legacy of our co-founder, Helen Keller, with a fun afternoon of learning and...
06/07/2026

Today, we celebrated the inspiring life and legacy of our co-founder, Helen Keller, with a fun afternoon of learning and connection. Our quiz session reminded us of her remarkable impact and the values that continue to guide our work.

We were also proud to recognize colleagues celebrating five + more years of dedicated service to Helen Keller Intl.

A special highlight was having miracle and Mavel the twins of one of our colleagues, join us and add even more joy to the celebration.

Sierra Leone’s Neglected Tropical Diseases programme, which protects children from schistosomiasis, has resumed after ne...
24/04/2026

Sierra Leone’s Neglected Tropical Diseases programme, which protects children from schistosomiasis, has resumed after nearly a year on hold.

The pause followed the dismantling of USAID-supported activities, which disrupted funding, medicine supply chains and field operations needed to deliver treatment. Former USAID staff mobilised funding to support the programme for an additional year.

At Zion Elementary School in Bo, pupils like Joy are receiving free doses of praziquantel, a medicine that helps prevent parasitic worms that can harm children’s health and learning.

This week, the Ministry of Health, working with Helen Keller Intl, has launched a mass drug administration campaign in four districts where the disease remains common.

The initiative will help millions of children in , , and stay healthy, remain in school and reach their full potential.

Colleagues from our Kenya office are spending a week in Sierra Leone on a learning and exchange visit, sharing practical...
22/04/2026

Colleagues from our Kenya office are spending a week in Sierra Leone on a learning and exchange visit, sharing practical insights and field experience.

Earlier today, the team traveled to Moyamba, where they met David, a member of the Hope to God Farmers Association, who has raised a flock of chickens from six weeks old to full maturity. His work offered a hands-on look at small-scale poultry management and the gains that can come with consistency and care.

The group also visited the district agricultural office, where they met Mohammed Sesay, who oversees agricultural activities in Moyamba District. The discussion focused on local priorities, ongoing initiatives, and opportunities to strengthen collaboration.

The visit is part of a broader effort to connect teams across countries, deepen learning, and support farmers with approaches that work on the ground. Their next stop is Bo, where they will visit our health initiatives.

With support from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, over 50 health and community stakeholders have met ag...
23/03/2026

With support from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, over 50 health and community stakeholders have met again to boost awareness and uptake of prenatal vitamins across all 16 districts in Sierra Leone.

So far, more than 200,000 pregnant women have received free multiple micronutrient supplements—making Sierra Leone one of the first countries in West Africa to scale this initiative nationwide.

The participants pledged to continue mobilising communities to increase uptake of the prenatal vitamins. The engagement ended with a radio discussion on Radio Mankeh 96.1 FM.

Our next stop is . Please join the conversation on Tuesday 24th March, at 5:00 pm on Radio MoDCAD if can.

Last night, we received an award from the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development and the Sierra Leone Association...
28/02/2026

Last night, we received an award from the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development and the Sierra Leone Association of Non-Governmental Organizations for our work to combat neglected tropical diseases, reduce malnutrition and stave off hunger.

Since 2004, we have operated in , delivering health and nutrition programmes designed to improve outcomes for communities across the country.

Our Communication Specialist, Alapha Daramy Sesay, received the award on behalf of Helen Keller Intl. It was presented by Ambrose James, Development Secretary at the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development.

The award marked the climax of this year’s extended Non-Governmental Organizations celebrations, recognising the contributions of partners working to strengthen communities nationwide.

This recognition underscores our long-standing commitment to advancing public health and improving wellbeing across Sierra Leone.

Colleagues are taking part in a 4km walk this morning from SOS Children’s Village Lumley to the Family Kingdom Resort as...
21/02/2026

Colleagues are taking part in a 4km walk this morning from SOS Children’s Village Lumley to the Family Kingdom Resort as part of activities marking Non-Governmental Organisation Week in .

Almost 200 NGOs, both local and international, are participating in the health walk, which is themed: , and .

This year’s events are being jointly led by the Ministry of Planning & Economic Development and the
Sierra Leone Association of Non-Governmental Organizations.

Organisers say the week is aimed at highlighting the contribution of NGOs to national development, while strengthening partnerships across the sector.

At 65, Osman Koroma, popularly known as Tolo, thought he would never see again. A once hardworking father of four, he lo...
29/11/2025

At 65, Osman Koroma, popularly known as Tolo, thought he would never see again. A once hardworking father of four, he lost his vision nearly four years ago after using traditional herbs to treat an eye infection. Without income or access to medical care, his life came to a halt.

Everything changed when a friend told him about a free cataract surgery program led by the Ministry of Health’s National Eye Health Program, with technical support from Helen Keller Sierra Leone and funding from Cure Blindness Project

Osman was screened and diagnosed with cataracts one of the leading causes of blindness globally and a condition that is entirely treatable.

Following successful surgery, Osman’s sight was restored. “It’s like a miracle,” he said. “For the first time in two years, I can receive and make calls without anyone’s help.”

He is one of 500 people receiving free cataract surgeries in , , , and urban and rural districts. This is part of a national effort to restore sight and dignity to those most in need.

Today, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Kalil Mansaray and NGO Desk Officer John Kamara from the Ministry of Agricultur...
18/11/2025

Today, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Kalil Mansaray and NGO Desk Officer John Kamara from the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security visited Koila village on a supervisory mission.

The visit focused on progress made in cultivating orange-fleshed sweet potatoes (OFSP) and other efforts to cushion the effects of unpredictable climate patterns on food production.

Supported by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Irish Aid, the initiative aims to improve food security, boost nutrition, and increase household income in rural communities.

During a brief community gathering at the village barray, residents expressed gratitude for the positive changes the project has brought to their lives.

The team will continue their monitoring visits to similar project sites in and districts in the coming days.

14/11/2025

Our very own Food Systems Program Assistant - Medrissa Kamara spoke with Salone Times Blog on the nutritional benefits of growing and consuming the orange-fleshed sweet potatoes during this 2025 World Food Day celebration in district. Thanks to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Irish Aid for funding our work Food Systems initiatives.

With support from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture a...
14/11/2025

With support from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, the Kenema District Health Management Team and farmers from Abigel Feed the Nation Farmers Association joined a live radio discussion on radio 106.1 FM in district.

The hour-long discussion programme explored why more communities are turning to orange-fleshed sweet potatoes ( ), a crop rich in vitamin A, vital for fighting hunger and malnutrition.

Speakers highlighted how cultivating, consuming, and marketing is helping families access more nutritious food, even in remote areas where health services and food variety remain limited.

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