Commonwealth Alumni Association, Sierra Leone - CAASL

02/03/2025

On Thursday February 27, 2025, the Commonwealth Alumni Association of Sierra Leone (CAASL) and its volunteers joined the British High Commission and its partners in a clean-up of the Aberdeen-Lumley Beach. The exercise is part of the activities organised by the Commission ahead of Commonwealth Day which will be celebrated on March 10.

Given the challenge of poor garbage disposal practices in the city and its attendant effects on the environment, the clean-up was used as an opportunity to clear piles of waste, especially plastics off the surface of the beach. The event also served as a way of raising awareness about the need to reduce plastic pollution and promote safe disposal of waste, thereby protecting the marine environment, wildlife, food chains and human health.

CAASL remains open to supporting initiatives that aim to address societal challenges.

24/01/2025

On Thursday, 23rd January 2025, Commonwealth and Chevening Alumni participated in a consultation on the UK’s new Approach to Africa’ at the residence of the British High Commissioner, Josephine Gauld LVO, Hill Station, Freetown.

During the session, Alumni contributed to discussions on what role the UK can take forward in addressing issues relating to sustainable and inclusive growth, trade and investment, and climate and nature in developing countries like Sierra Leone. Alumni also presented their views regarding the future of UK-Africa partnership.

The consultation is part of a five-month open process announced by the UK’s Foreign Secretary that will build on three Strategic Reviews he earlier commissioned on Global Impact, Economic Diplomacy and International Development.

04/10/2024

Hosting general meetings are crucial to the survival of organizations. On Friday 27th September 2024, the General Membership of CAASL held a meeting to discuss matters relating to its progress.

We thank colleagues who witnessed the assembly both in-person and virtually.

04/10/2024

On Thursday 19th September 2024, the Executive and members of the Commonwealth Alumni Association, Sierra Leone (CAASL) joined the pre-departure reception for 2024/25 selected Commonwealth and Chevening Scholars. This year, six and twelve Sierra Leoneans have been awarded the Chevening and Commonwealth Scholarships, respectively.

The event was hosted by the new British High Commissioner to Sierra Leone, Ms Josephine Gauld LVO, who replaces Ms Lisa Chesney MBE.

The symbolic handing over ceremony for CAASL, which will now be led by a new Executive also took place at the event.

21/09/2024

Welcome Message

It is with great delight that we invite you to the page of the Commonwealth Alumni Association, Sierra Leone (CAASL). This platform will be home to our vibrant and esteemed community, and we look forward to engaging and interacting with all Commonwealth Scholars and Fellows, interested applicants for the Commonwealth Scholarships, members of the public, and various organisations.

Through this medium, we will provide updates about the activities of CAASL and its membership, communicate news and events, share knowledge and experiences of Scholars and Fellows, and generate wide interest in scholarships and fellowship opportunities. We aim to engage our members and motivate our page visitors to spread relevant information about the United Kingdom Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Programme (CSFP). Please feel free to follow our stories, ask questions and provide feedback that will add value to our community. We hope you will have a rewarding experience with us.

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