LEAD Sierra Leone

03/10/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲𝘀. 💬

As we reflect on our Strategic Plan Workshop, the ideas, reflections, and perspectives shared by participants continue to shape our journey toward a stronger LEAD Sierra Leone.

Here is the second set of voices and reflections from the workshop — capturing the thinking, aspirations, and shared commitment behind our 2026–2029 Strategic Plan.

Every voice matters. Every idea helps shape what comes next.

02/10/2026

02/10/2026

VOICES FROM THE ROOM | STRATEGIC PLAN WORKSHOP

Two days of reflection, learning, group work, and strategic thinking.

From strategic goals and KPIs to activity costing, financial planning, and partnerships, participants shared perspectives and practical lessons that will continue beyond the workshop.

We captured some of those reflections in their own words.

Here are a few voices from the room.

01/10/2026

HELLO, OCTOBER.!

A new month. A fresh page. Another opportunity to turn ideas into action and purpose into impact.

As we welcome October, we step forward with renewed energy, clearer direction, and a continued commitment to the young people and communities we serve.

May this month bring new opportunities, meaningful connections, stronger partnerships, and progress that matters.

At LEAD Sierra Leone, we continue to learn, lead, and take action, one step at a time.

Welcome to October. Let’s make it count.

30/09/2026

FROM REFLECTION TO STRATEGY: LEAD SIERRA LEONE COMPLETES TWO-DAY STRATEGIC PLAN WORKSHOP

A stronger organisation begins with the willingness to pause, reflect, ask difficult questions, and deliberately decide what comes next.

LEAD Sierra Leone has concluded its two-day Strategic Plan Workshop, bringing together the team and invited participants for an intensive process of learning, deep thinking, group work, and strategic reflection.

Across the two days, participants explored key elements of organisational development and strategic planning, including the strategic framework, strategic goals, KPIs, activity costing, financial planning, and strategic partnerships.

The sessions went beyond presentations. Participants worked together, challenged ideas, shared perspectives, and translated discussions into practical considerations for the organisation’s next three years.

For many participants, this was their first experience of a strategic planning process. The workshop therefore became both an organisational planning exercise and an important learning opportunity, helping participants understand how an organisation can define its direction, measure progress, align activities with resources, strengthen partnerships, and position itself for sustainable growth.

Throughout the workshop, Dr. Mansaray played a central role in facilitating the process. Through practical guidance, questions, examples, and group exercises, he helped participants engage with strategic concepts and understand how each component connects to the bigger organisational picture.

By the end of the workshop, participants were leaving with more than notes and frameworks. They were taking home new knowledge, practical lessons, shared understanding, and a clearer appreciation of what it takes to build and sustain a stronger organisation.

For LEAD Sierra Leone, the workshop marks an important step in shaping the organisation’s next chapter.

The strategic plan will not simply be a document. It is intended to provide a clearer framework for where we are going, what we want to achieve, how we will measure progress, how we will invest our resources, and how we will build partnerships to advance our mission.

The workshop has ended. The strategy now moves from the room into action.

Reflect | Strategise | Strengthen |Deliver

29/09/2026

DAY TWO | SHAPING LEAD’S STRATEGIC DIRECTION

Day Two of LEAD Sierra Leone’s Strategic Plan Workshop is underway.

Today, the conversation is moving deeper into the strategic goals of the organisation and other key issues that will shape LEAD’s direction over the next three years.

With Dr. Mansaray guiding the process, the team is engaging in focused discussions, sharing perspectives, and working towards clear priorities that reflect where LEAD is today and where it wants to go.

From reflection to direction. From ideas to strategic goals.

The work continues.

29/09/2026

DAY ONE | REFLECTING, LEARNING & SHAPING THE ROAD AHEAD.

Day One of the Strategic Plan Workshop was a moment to pause, reflect on where we are, learn from the journey, and strengthen our vision for what lies ahead.

Reflect. | Learn. | Strengthen. | Build for the Future.

28/09/2026

DAY ONE: REFLECTING, LEARNING, AND SHAPING THE ROAD AHEAD

A strategic plan begins with a simple question: Who are we, and where are we going?

Today, LEAD Sierra Leone concluded Day One of its two-day Strategic Plan Workshop, a day filled with honest conversations, active participation, reflection, and learning.

Together with key peers and people who know our work, we explored the foundations that define LEAD: our vision, mission, core values, and organisational strengths and challenges through a SWOT analysis.

Throughout the sessions, Dr. Mansaray, our consultant, guided the process, challenging ideas, facilitating reflection, and helping the team turn conversations into clearer direction.

What made the day meaningful was not simply the discussions, but the willingness to listen, question, learn, and look honestly at where the organisation stands today.

For us, this process is bigger than developing a three-year plan. It is about strengthening how an organization understands itself, learns from its journey, and builds systems for the future.

Day One is complete. The conversation continues tomorrow.

Reflect. Learn. Strengthen. Build for the future.

28/09/2026

SHAPING THE NEXT CHAPTER OF LEAD SIERRA LEONE

Today marks Day One of LEAD Sierra Leone’s two-day Strategic Plan Workshop.

As we develop our three-year Strategic Plan, we are bringing together key peers and individuals who know our work and understand the communities we serve.

With Dr. Mansaray, our consultant, facilitating the process, today’s discussions are creating space to reflect on our journey, examine where we are, and ask an important question:

Where do we want LEAD Sierra Leone to go next?

The workshop is currently ongoing, with ideas, experiences, and perspectives shaping the conversations.

Day One is about listening, reflecting, and looking ahead.

We are not just planning for the next three years. We are shaping the next chapter of LEAD Sierra Leone.

27/09/2026

🎉 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DR. IBRAHIM MANSARAY! 🎂

Today, LEAD Sierra Leone celebrates you and appreciates your continued support, guidance, and valuable contribution to our organizational development.

As you mark another year, we wish you good health, wisdom, continued success, and greater opportunities in the year ahead.

Thank you for being part of the LEAD Sierra Leone journey and for the important work you continue to do in support of our growth and development.

Happy Birthday, Dr. Mansaray! 🎉🥂

With warm wishes from the LEAD Sierra Leone family. 💚💙