mgid.com, 751172, DIRECT, d4c29acad76ce94f

Salone Messenger

Reading: UN Res Coordinator Seraphine Wakana Engages in High-Level Talks with Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Information and Civic Education
Reading: UN Res Coordinator Seraphine Wakana Engages in High-Level Talks with Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Information and Civic Education

UN Res Coordinator Seraphine Wakana Engages in High-Level Talks with Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Information and Civic Education

Post Views: 1249
Sallu Kamuskay
By Sallu Kamuskay 4 Min Read
4 Min Read
UN Res Coordinator Seraphine Wakana Engages in High-Level Talks with Sierra Leone's Ministry of Information and Civic Education
UN Res Coordinator Seraphine Wakana Engages in High-Level Talks with Sierra Leone's Ministry of Information and Civic Education

In a significant diplomatic move, UN Resident Coordinator Seraphine Wakana engaged in a constructive dialogue with Sierra Leone’s Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah, earlier today. The meeting focused on crucial aspects of the UN in Sierra Leone Cooperation Framework for the period 2025-2030.

UN Res. Seraphine Wakana and Minister Chernor Bah.jpeg
UN Res. Seraphine Wakana and Minister Chernor Bah.jpeg

During the discussions, Ms. Wakana provided Minister Bah with a comprehensive briefing on the ongoing UN Cooperation Framework process, shedding light on the key initiatives and objectives outlined for the next five years. The framework is set to play a pivotal role in shaping Sierra Leone’s development trajectory, encompassing a wide array of areas crucial for the nation’s progress.

The primary topics addressed in the meeting included national cohesion, forging strong partnerships, formulating effective policy frameworks, and enhancing capacity-building initiatives. Both parties emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing the diverse challenges facing Sierra Leone and achieving sustainable development goals.

National cohesion emerged as a focal point of the talks, with the UN and the Ministry of Information and Civic Education exploring avenues to strengthen unity among diverse communities. Recognizing the significance of fostering a sense of belonging and inclusivity, the discussions aimed to identify strategies to promote social harmony and cohesion throughout the nation.

Partnerships were another key aspect of the dialogue, with both the UN and the Sierra Leonean government expressing their commitment to fostering international cooperation. The parties discussed potential collaborations with various stakeholders, including non-governmental organizations, private entities, and civil society, to amplify the impact of development initiatives.

Policy frameworks formed an integral part of the conversation, as the UN Res Coordinator and Minister Bah deliberated on strategies to enhance existing policies and formulate new ones aligned with the national development agenda. The aim is to create a conducive environment for sustainable growth and address the evolving needs of the Sierra Leonean population.

Capacity building, as a cornerstone of the Cooperation Framework, was extensively discussed during the meeting. The UN and the Ministry of Information and Civic Education explored avenues to empower individuals and institutions through skill development, knowledge transfer, and training programs, thereby bolstering Sierra Leone’s human capital.

The outcome of this high-level engagement sets the stage for continued collaboration between the UN and Sierra Leone in the coming years. As both entities strive to realize the objectives outlined in the Cooperation Framework (2025-2030), the discussions today mark a significant milestone in the journey towards a more prosperous and inclusive Sierra Leone.

The UN Res Coordinator, Ms. Seraphine Wakana, expressed her optimism about the collaborative efforts, stating, “Indeed, pleased to meeting Min @Cee_Bah. We spoke about social cohesion, capacity support to build a professional ecosystem & policy framework, fake news & bottom-to-top communication approach.

Minister Chernor Bah echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation in achieving national goals. “Brilliant meeting today with the new Resident Coordinator of the @UNSierraLeone, Madam Seraphine Wakana. We talked public information, civic education, data protection and other policies, peace and national cohesion among others. Excited to take this partnership forward with @MoiceComm,” he stated.

The UN in Sierra Leone Cooperation Framework (2025-2030) is now set to become a blueprint for collaborative efforts, outlining a shared vision for a better and more sustainable future for the people of Sierra Leone.

Stay Updated

Share this Article
Follow:
Sallu Kamuskay is a Sierra Leonean communication strategist, fixer, blogger, youth organiser, event manager, spokesperson, and public relations expert. His work has been regularly referenced and published by national and international media and public policy institutions. Sallu Kamuskay was a child during the brutal war in Sierra Leone. Growing up in the midst of conflict, Sallu witnessed unimaginable abuse of children and gross violations of human rights. The horrors he witnessed during the Civil War had a terrible impact on him at a very tender age. But despite the shock of the war, Sallu never lost hope. He started on a journey of recovery, studying, and working for a better future. At age 15, Sallu entered into the world of activism and advocacy. Sallu Kamuskay was the Vice President of the Young Leaders Organisation, a member of the National Youth Council. The Young Leaders is one of the oldest youth-led organisations in West Africa. The organisation was formed by a group of young leaders, and launched by the then Head of State/President of Sierra Leone. Sallu was part of the group of young leaders who participated in and contributed to the establishment of the National Youth Council. The Commonwealth supported the training for trainers programme with line ministries and youth stakeholders in which key, representatives of youth council, student union and civil society/private sector youth platforms were engaged and empowered in the effective engagement and inclusion of youth. Sallu is co-founder and Executive Director of the Salone Messenger, a global multimedia and public relations firm based In Sierra Leone. Sallu has worked on various developmental and policy issues such as Poverty, Climate Change, Human rights, Child Rights, Education, Health, Gender Equality, Civic Engagement, Government policies, Information Communication Technology for Development and the Sustainable Development Goals, and has also been contributing to various global events and advocacy campaigns. Sallu Kamuskay is the co-founder and Executive Director of the Salone Messenger, a global Multimedia and Public Relations Firm based in Sierra Leone with the latest news and information, on top stories, business, politics, entertainment, and more. Sallu is working with a leading technology company in Africa, Techfrica, that has recently developed and launched a social media, messaging Supfrica with over 150,000 downloads on the Google play store in less than 4 days. He is the Adviser and Media coordinator for the App to give people the platform to connect and communicate to help shape their future with a very fast internet that allows users that live in deprived and hard-to-reach areas with poor internet facility to be able to communicate as it allows and stronger on 2 and 3 G network reception. Sallu has over 9 years of experience in youth engagement, inclusion, and coordination both at local and global levels, giving voice to young people and engaging young people to build a better world. He has served as coordinator for the Wave Alliance which brought together youth-led organisations who attended an international training in South Africa organized by the International Organization – Waves for Change. Sallu is working with the MLT, Waves For Change, and the Government to develop safe spaces for young people, with a view to contributing to the overall development goals of young people including health, as well as to community rebuilding. Sallu is currently the Programme Director for the Wave Alliance, which is a coalition of youth-led and community-based organisations that have successfully introduced evidence-based Surf Therapy programs to young people in communities, with a focus on mental health, peace building and sustainable development. Sallu is currently the focal point and face of Africa’s Faces Social media platform which is a global Social media platform that brings together people from across the world to share their moments, connect, share videos, and interact with friends giving more preference to excluded continents like Africa. Sallu Kamuskay has devoted his time to working for or contributing to a number of national and international organizations and companies, including the Techfrica Technology Company, United Nations, ECOWAS, European Union, Commonwealth Africa Initiatives. This work has led him to travel to a number of countries to contribute to global youth platforms. Sallu is the lead Coordinator for Peace Tour programme, an initiative supported by the European Union, Africa Union, ECOWAS focusing on uniting and empowering young people and local communities. Over the years, Sallu Kamuskay has been using his Techno phone to be able to tell stories, the phone he used to tell the story of Gbessay during Ebola who was admitted at one of the Ebola treatment centers after rumors that she had Ebola when the actual sickness was ulcer, she was almost abandoned at the treatment canter with no medication provided to her. She could have died. Sallu told the story via social media and was able to secure funding from the United Sierra Leone to buy her medication and advocated for her. She was later discharged and taken home, He did the same to a patient that died and was abandoned in the street, Sallu Kamuskay used his phone and shared the message across, the corps was later taken and buried. It could have been more disaster without his voice. The story of late America Stress 3-year-old daughter. The hero’s daughter was abandon after his father's death. He shared her sad story and was able to get a sister who has taken the child as her own and is currently providing her with educational support. The article of America Stress can be read on the link below http://ayvnewspaper.com/index.php/k2-categories/item/7350-america-stress-a-hero-to-recognize. Sallu Kamuskay feels the stories of Gbessay, America stress and that of many others need to be told. The media house we have cannot better tell these stories, they are better reporters than telling human interest stories. He created the Salone Messenger platform and brought together passionate storytellers to be able to tell these compelling stories.