“Young people of our time, like those of every age, are a volcano of life, energy, sentiments, and ideas. This can be seen from the wonderful things they are able to do, in so many fields.” – Pope Leo XIV
Caritas Freetown continues to reaffirm its commitment to empowering young people as key drivers of positive change in their communities and across Sierra Leone.
As part of this mission, Caritas Freetown held a strategic engagement meeting with the Minister of Youth Affairs, Hon. Ibrahim Sannoh, aimed at strengthening collaboration for youth development and community support initiatives.
The meeting focused on fostering stronger institutional partnerships, aligning shared priorities, and appealing for sustained support for community-based programmes that build youth resilience and opportunity.
During the engagement, the Minister commended Caritas Freetown for its consistent dedication to youth-focused interventions and its impactful presence at the community level. Discussions also highlighted the growing concern regarding drug addiction among young people, emphasizing the urgent need for coordinated prevention, rehabilitation, and awareness strategies.
Both Caritas Freetown and the Ministry reaffirmed their shared commitment to creating sustainable pathways for young people through skills development, mentorship, and active community engagement.
This engagement marks an important step in deepening collaboration between government and civil society in addressing the challenges facing young people today.
Caritas Freetown believes that investing in young people is an investment in the future of our nation. Through strong partnerships and a shared vision, we can nurture hope, restore dignity, and build resilient communities for generations to come.
