About Us:
Youth Help Sierra Leone (YHSL) is a youth-led organization and civil society entity that was officially founded on 23rd December 2018. The organization operates with the primary goal of empowering young people in Sierra Leone by addressing their developmental needs, promoting their well-being, and fostering their active participation in society. YHSL is registered with several key governmental bodies, including the Ministry of Social Welfare, Gender and Children’s Affairs, the Ministry of Agriculture Forestry and Food Security, the City Council, and the Bombali District Councils. This registration underscores its legitimacy as a recognized entity working towards youth empowerment and community development.
Mission Statement
Our mission of Youth Help Sierra Leone is to promote and facilitate youth attachment to society and community, while increasing developmental opportunities for young people. The organization focuses on improving the well-being of youth, particularly those considered “at risk,” by ameliorating risk factors in their lives and creating protective conditions. Additionally, YHSL aims to raise public awareness about issues affecting young people, ensuring that their voices are heard and their challenges are addressed effectively.
Through its mission, YHSL seeks to create an environment where young individuals can thrive socially, economically, and emotionally. By focusing on reducing vulnerabilities among youth populations, the organization works to foster resilience and self-reliance among its beneficiaries.
Vision Statement
The vision of Youth Help Sierra Leone is for every young person to have the opportunity to build a sustainable livelihood within a thriving economy. The organisation envisions adding value to youths’ daily lives through processes of self-discovery and personal growth. This vision reflects YHSL’s commitment to empowering young people by equipping them with the tools they need to make informed decisions about their futures.
By enabling self-discovery, YHSL encourages youths to identify their strengths, talents, and aspirations while providing them with opportunities for skill-building, education, entrepreneurship, and meaningful engagement in society.
Key Objectives
To empower youths by providing access to developmental programs that enhance skills acquisition.
To promote social inclusion by integrating at-risk youth into community activities.
To advocate for policies that protect vulnerable youths from exploitation or marginalization.
To create platforms for public awareness campaigns highlighting youth-related issues.
To collaborate with governmental bodies and other stakeholders in addressing systemic challenges faced by young people.
Youth Help Sierra Leone stands as a beacon of hope for many young individuals across Sierra Leone who face significant socio-economic challenges. By focusing on empowerment through self-discovery, skill-building initiatives, advocacy efforts, and public awareness campaigns, YHSL plays an instrumental role in shaping a brighter future for Sierra Leonean youth. Its mission-driven approach ensures that no young person is left behind in achieving personal growth or contributing meaningfully to national development.
