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Children, young people and communities must be part of designing and sustaining WASH solutions that respond to local realities and needs.

Climate shocks threaten Sierra Leone’s children—risking health, education, and their future. Urgent action is needed now.

ocal health workers and mother support groups are transforming the fight against child malnutrition in Sierra Leone

Improved survival rates in Special Care Baby Units highlight the power of low-cost, life-saving interventions

Young people in Port Loko speak out and take action to overcome barriers to wellbeing, with support from UNICEF and partners

At the Goderich Community Health Centre, caregivers are gaining practical skills to nourish their children—turning knowledge into life-saving action

Reaching remote communities to generate critical data that drives policies for women and children

A Cash Plus approach offering life skills, protection, and opportunity in Kambia

UNICEF, with support from Gavi, expanded efforts to boost COVID‑19 vaccination among high‑risk, vulnerable and marginalized communities.

From stream to safe supply, Iceland support brings clean water to Sierra Leone’s coastal communities

How a youth-led innovation grew into a UNICEF delivery partner in Sierra Leone

Riding for life: GAVI-supported DRIVE Initiative brings vaccines to the doors of remote communities

In Rokonta, northern Sierra Leone, parents learn how Vitamin A boosts immunity and prevents illness in children

From unsafe ponds to flowing taps, clean water is transforming children’s health, safety and learning in rural Sierra Leone.

How early screening and community-based care are helping children in Bombali recover from malnutrition

A community-based health approach strengthening access to care for mothers and children.