Human Rights Defenders Network in Partnership with Restitution International Concludes Two Days Training on Corruption

On Thursday, August 31, 2023, the Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone successfully concluded a comprehensive two-day training workshop focused on Combating Corruption through a Human Rights Approach. This significant initiative is part of an extensive six-month project with the overarching goal of curbing corrupt practices within the nation. Additionally, it aims to raise widespread awareness about the far-reaching consequences of corruption on society. The workshop commenced with targeted training sessions involving various Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) that are actively engaged in addressing critical issues within the country. Following this, the subsequent day saw constructive engagements with members of Government…

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Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone Enhances District Defenders’ Capacity

Last week, the Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone successfully concluded a comprehensive three-day capacity-building training program for District Human Rights Defenders across three distinct districts within the nation. These beneficiary districts included Pujehun, Kenema, and Kailahun respectively. The primary objective of this capacity-building initiative was to bolster the efficacy of District Human Rights Defenders within their respective localities. It aimed to equip them with the necessary knowledge and skills to fulfill their roles as representatives of the secretariats based in Freetown, thereby promoting human rights protection and advocacy at the grassroots level. The training program encompassed a range of…

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