Youth and Children's Advocacy Panel

18/08/2026

Meet John Barlay, a proud U.S. Army veteran and holder of a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.

He is a confirmed delegate at the 9th Sierra Leone National Youth Leadership Summit, taking place November 27–29, 2026, at the Sierra Leone House of Parliament in Freetown.

We look forward to his valuable contributions to this historic gathering of young leaders! 🇸🇱🇺🇸

14/08/2026

Meet Christiana Kumba Jenneh Kamanda, founder and CEO of Alice Kumba Tonjana Charity Foundation (Kamanda Charity Foundation), Medical Laboratory Technician, aspiring public health professional and entrepreneur.

"In her words" I am truly excited to be part of this year’s Summit because I see it as an opportunity to connect with inspiring young leaders, exchange ideas, learn from diverse experiences, and strengthen my capacity to create meaningful change in my community and beyond.

My expectations from the Summit are to gain practical knowledge, develop new leadership and professional skills, build valuable networks, and learn innovative approaches to addressing community changes.

After the Summit, I intend to share and apply the knowledge gained through my work in youth engagement, community awareness, and the activities of the Kamanda Charity Foundation. I hope to use the experience, connections, and lessons from the Summit to empower young people, strengthen community initiatives, and contribute more effectively to sustainable development in Sierra Leone.

I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of this year’s Summit and look forward to learning, connecting, contributing, and growing alongside other changemakers.

fans
European Union in Sierra Leone
UNICEF Sierra Leone
Global Youth Network for Empowerment & Development - Sierra Leone
UNDP in Sierra Leone
UNFPA Sierra Leone
Youth Partnership for Peace and Development
Defence for Children Sierra Leone
National Youth Commission Sierra Leone

13/08/2026

Application for the 9th Edition of the National Youth Leadership Summit 2026 is still ongoing.

Open to both National and International Delegates.

Join a diverse group of young changemakers across Africa at the Sierra Leone House of Parliament.

Click on this link to apply: yacapsalone.org

Together, we can make our continent the great continent it ought to be.

YACAP-SL empowers children and young people through advocacy, leadership development, civic participation, education, child protection, and inclusive community action across Sierra Leone.

13/08/2026

A short video 📹 clip of the 8th Edition of the National Youth Leadership Summit 29th–11– 2025.

Don't miss out this year.

Apply now at yacapsalone.org.

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European Union in Sierra Leone
UNICEF Sierra Leone
Global Youth Network for Empowerment & Development - Sierra Leone
UNDP in Sierra Leone
Leone Rock Metal Group- Sierra Leone
UNFPA Sierra Leone

12/08/2026

Today is International Youth Day🇸🇱

At YACAP-SL, we're celebrating the power, potential, and leadership of Sierra Leone's young people.

This year's theme reminds us that youth leadership is not just about tomorrow—it's about TODAY.

From classrooms to communities, from innovation hubs to farmlands, young Sierra Leoneans are already shaping our nation's future.

08/08/2026

On the 6th of August 2026.

The Youth and Children’s Advocacy Panel presented a Certificate of Recognition to the Commissioner, National Youth Commission Sierra Leone, the Commission and Madam Jamilatu Jalloh —for it's relentless and outstanding service to the development of young people in Sierra Leone.

29/07/2026

Application for the 9th National Youth Leadership Summit 2026 is Now Open❗❗❗❗

Venue: Sierra Leone House of Parliament.

THEME: The People's House 🏠the people's Voice🔊 Legislating for an Inclusive Future.

Date: 27th-29th November 2026.

It is very competitive and we have only limited slots available.

Open to both National and International Delegates

Apply now❗❗

Application link: kindly Apply by clicking on this link below👇🏾https://yacapsalone.org.

Deadline: 15th October 2026.

Hope to welcoming you at the Sierra Leone House of Parliament for the 9th Edition.

European Union in Sierra Leone
Global Youth Network for Empowerment & Development - Sierra Leone
Orange Digital Center
Orange
Africell Sierra Leone

28/07/2026

Application for the 9th National Youth Leadership Summit 2026 is Now Open❗❗❗❗

Venue: Sierra Leone House of Parliament.

THEME: The People's House 🏠the people's Voice🔊 Legislating for an Inclusive Future.

Date: 27th-29th November 2026.

It is very competitive and we have only limited slots available.

Open to both National and International Delegates

Apply now❗❗

Application link: kindly Apply by clicking on this link below👇🏾https://yacapsalone.org.

Deadline: 15th October 2026.

Hope to welcoming you at the Sierra Leone House of Parliament for the 9th Edition.

European Union in Sierra Leone
Global Youth Network for Empowerment & Development - Sierra Leone
UNDP in Sierra Leone
UNICEF Sierra Leone
Leone Rock Metal Group- Sierra Leone
National Youth Commission Sierra Leone
National Commission for Social Action
Youth Partnership for Peace and Development
Defence for Children Sierra Leone

YACAP-SL empowers children and young people through advocacy, leadership development, civic participation, education, child protection, and inclusive community action across Sierra Leone.

27/07/2026

Application Statistics❗❗❗❗❗

In less than 24hrs, we have received 136 applicants across all the 16 Districts--including 6 International Applicants.

71.8% male
28.2% female

Kindly go through the flyer for further details

Do you want to be a Participants for this year's summit?
kindly click on this link to Apply: yacapsalone.org.

Hope to welcoming you all at the Sierra Leone House of Parliament in November.

European Union in Sierra Leone
Global Youth Network for Empowerment & Development - Sierra Leone
The Calabash Newspaper
UNICEF Sierra Leone
UNFPA Sierra Leone
UNDP in Sierra Leone
UBA Sierra Leone

21/03/2026

It was a profound honour to be presented with a Certificate of Recognition by the Gender Equity Society, FBC, on Wednesday, 20th March 2026, in recognition of my steadfast commitment and exemplary service to Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment in Sierra Leone.

By the CEO of the Youth and Children’s Advocacy Panel (YACAP SL)
Excellency Amb Sulaiman Mansaray

Congratulations sir!