Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. Amnesty International Sierra Leone has intensified its human rights education campaign, engaging students at Limount College Secondary School and Sierra Leone Grammar School on October 6–7, 2025.
The initiative forms part of a nationwide effort to raise awareness among young people about their rights and responsibilities as citizens.
Christiana Mary Fabai, Gender and Disability Officer at Amnesty International Sierra Leone, explained that the program aims to cultivate a generation that understands both rights and civic duties. “Many young people focus on demanding their rights but often neglect the responsibilities that accompany them something Amnesty hopes to change through sustained school outreach,” she said.
During the sessions, pupils received guidance on issues such as drug abuse, climate change, and sexual and reproductive rights. Fabai warned against the rising use of Kush, highlighting its impact on health, education, and future opportunities.
Amnesty representatives also linked environmental protection to human rights. Abu Bakarr Maurice Keita noted that climate change, driven by human activities, can violate fundamental rights such as access to food, shelter, and life.
On bodily autonomy, Rachel Kargbo and Istau Doris Conteh emphasized that every woman has the right to make independent decisions regarding her body, underscoring dignity and equality.
Students actively participated in the discussions. Amarachi Oparah, a pupil at Limount College, said, “Amnesty came to speak mainly about girls and women why we must protect our bodies and understand our worth.
Hearing it in school makes a big impact.” Mark Andrew Jusu, Deputy Head Boy at Sierra Leone Grammar School, added, “I plan to share what I’ve learned with other students so we can all be more aware and supportive of one another.”
Founded in 1961, Amnesty International’s Sierra Leone section has reached over 25 schools, universities, and community groups with its human rights education campaign. The organization seeks not only to protect victims of abuse but also to hold perpetrators accountable.
The school engagements are set to continue across Eastern Freetown, expanding outreach on human rights, drug abuse prevention, climate justice, and responsible citizenship.
Through these programs, Amnesty aims to inspire a new generation of informed, socially conscious, and accountable citizens.
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