As Sierra Leone prepares for presidential, parliamentary and local council elections scheduled for November 17, 2012, civil society, the government, the security sector and the international community have expressed grave… Read more »
Posts Categorized: From the Ground: Program Updates from Sierra Leone
Hate Speech Will Undermine Reconciliation Process
Executive Director of Fambul Tok International–Sierra Leone, John Caulker, says the reconciliation process championed by his program will go down the drain if politicians continue preaching hate speech and negative messages… Read more »
‘Fambul Tok’ to be core subject in schools
The Principal of the Modern School of Science and Technology in Makeni has urged the Ministry of Education Science and Technology to include ‘Fambul Tok’ as one of the core… Read more »
“Academics have an important role to play,” Vice Principal states
The Vice Principal of the Port Loko Teachers College says that academic staff in Universities and other tertiary institutions in Sierra Leone have a very important role to play, especially… Read more »
Peace Mothers Provide Updates on Efforts to Raise Communal Funds
Peace Mothers in Kunduma village, Fiama chiefdom, Kono district have planned to increase assistance to school-going children in their community, raising the number of children receiving aid from 15 last… Read more »
Community ‘barrays’ constructed in Kissi Tongi chiefdom
Communities throughout Sierra Leone are making great use of the structures put into plae by Fambul Tok International. After a Fambul Tok intervention in any section, training is conducted for both… Read more »
Fish Farming Boosts Income for Peace Mothers
The idea of piloting fish farming in Kono, Moyamba and Koinadugu districts by Fambul Tok was a result of earlier district consultations held with Peace Mothers. Through interactive discussions, the Peace… Read more »
Ex-combatant apologises for killing hundreds of villagers in Kailahun
A former rebel of the now-defunct Revolutionary United Front (RUF) of Sierra Leone has openly apologized and asked the people of Kailahun district to forgive him, adding that he was,… Read more »
From “Ex-Combatants” to “Peace Parents”
There are occasional moments in this work when people, activities, resources, and timing all align, and there’s a powerful experience that grabs you in the pit of your stomach, leaving… Read more »
Civil Society Platform Engages Waterloo Community on Non-Violence
The Civil Society Platform on non-violence, which consist of Fambul Tok, the Campaign for Good Governance and the Sierra Leone Youth Empowerment Organisation has showcased what many people described as… Read more »
PPP News and Events
Fambul Tok director commends Peace mothers on International Women’s Day
The executive director of Fambul Tok,John Caulker delivered a stirring address at a gathering of peace mothers’ groups.underscoring their profound impact on society.He emphasized the pivotal role these groups play in fostering peace,harmony and reconciliation,asserting that their influence is fundamental to shaping the world today Speaking at an annual... Read More >
Tongea Peace mothers confirm contribution to build barray
Peace mothers in Kongbora chiefdom within the Moyamba district,proudly announce their successful fundraising efforts to kick start the construction of a court barray in Tongea village The financial resources for this important project been diligently gathered through their ‘Osusu’ initiative,a village cooperative that has pivotal in their community’s progress.The... Read More >