πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡± Climate Β· Environment Β· SustainabilityFreetown, Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone Β· Climate Β· Environment

Building a Resilient and Sustainable Sierra Leone.

SLCEI works with communities, young people, institutions and partners to advance climate action, protect the environment and support practical pathways toward a sustainable future.

🌱 Community-focused🌍 Climate actionπŸ“š Education & research
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Our vision

A climate-resilient, environmentally sustainable and socially inclusive Sierra Leone.

Who we are

Climate action rooted in Sierra Leonean communities.

SLCEI is a civil-society initiative focused on practical climate and environmental action through community engagement, education, research, advocacy and partnerships.

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Mission

To advance climate action, environmental protection and sustainable development across Sierra Leone by working with communities, young people, institutions, businesses and other stakeholders to address the causes and impacts of climate change.

SLCEI seeks to strengthen climate resilience, promote environmental stewardship, support sustainable livelihoods, increase public awareness and contribute to the protection and restoration of Sierra Leone's natural environment.

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Vision

Our vision is a climate-resilient, environmentally sustainable and socially inclusive Sierra Leone, where communities are empowered to protect their environment, adapt to climate change and participate actively in building a sustainable future.

We envision development where environmental protection and economic opportunity work together and where young people are equipped to become leaders in climate action.

IntegrityAct honestly and responsibly.
CommunityPut people and local knowledge at the centre.
SustainabilityProtect nature while supporting development.
InnovationPromote practical local solutions.
CollaborationBuild partnerships for lasting action.
AccountabilityMeasure work and communicate openly.
Our work

Eight connected areas of action.

Our programme structure is broad enough to address Sierra Leone's climate and environmental challenges while keeping SLCEI's role focused on civil-society action.

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Climate Resilience

Climate adaptation, risk awareness, resilience planning and locally appropriate solutions.

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Conservation

Forests, biodiversity, wetlands, coastal ecosystems, rivers and environmental restoration.

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Education

Climate literacy, school programmes, workshops, public awareness and learning materials.

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Youth & Communities

Youth leadership, volunteers, environmental clubs and community capacity building.

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Green Livelihoods

Sustainable agriculture, climate-smart practices, green skills and enterprise.

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Waste & Pollution

Waste reduction, recycling, plastic-pollution awareness and cleaner communities.

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Research & Policy

Evidence, community data, analysis, policy awareness and constructive advocacy.

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Partnerships

Collaboration with communities, schools, civil society, government and responsible business.

Projects

From ideas to measurable action.

These are launch-stage programme concepts. They are intentionally labelled as planned until activities, partners, funding and results are formally confirmed.

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Planned programme

Community Climate Resilience

Community climate awareness, vulnerability assessment and practical adaptation activities designed with local stakeholders.

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Planned programme

Green Schools & Youth

Climate literacy, environmental stewardship, youth leadership and school-community environmental activities.

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Planned programme

Clean Communities

Waste awareness, plastic-pollution reduction and community-led environmental action.

Insights

Climate & environmental knowledge.

A future editorial space for verified research summaries, community stories, climate guidance and environmental updates.

🌍Climate literacy

Understanding climate resilience

Explain climate risk in accessible language and connect national priorities to community-level action.

🌊Environment

Protecting ecosystems and water

Share practical approaches to protecting forests, rivers, wetlands and coastal ecosystems.

πŸ“ŠEvidence

Data for better climate decisions

Translate reliable environmental evidence into useful information for communities and partners.

Get involved

Climate action works better together.

Young people, community groups, schools, businesses, researchers and potential partners can contribute to Sierra Leone's climate and environmental future.

Contact

Start a conversation with SLCEI.

Our official contact details are below. Website domain and social-profile links will be added once those services are formally activated.

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Sierra Leone Climate & Environmental Initiative

Building a Resilient and Sustainable Sierra Leone

Address23 Wallace Johnson Street
Freetown, Sierra Leone

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Transparent by designVerified achievements only. Planned work is clearly labelled.
Community-focusedLocal knowledge and participation are central to our approach.
Partnership-orientedWe aim to work constructively across sectors.