Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. The Department of Social Work at Fourah Bay College (FBC), University of Sierra Leone, has officially launched a Master’s in Social Work (MSW) programme, marking a historic step forward for social work education and professional development in the country. The launch ceremony took place on Thursday, October 9, at the college’s Mount Aureol campus.
Founder of the FBC Social Work Department, Professor Alusine Jalloh, expressed deep satisfaction with the development, describing it as a “dream come true” for both faculty and students.
In a message shared on social media, Professor Jalloh wrote: “My profound gratitude to all those who contributed to the success of the event.”
For years, the Social Work Department has stood out as one of FBC’s most vibrant and high-enrollment academic units, producing graduates who serve in key sectors across Sierra Leone; from community development and child welfare to public health, gender advocacy, and mental health support. Despite its popularity and relevance, the department had long lacked a postgraduate programme, forcing aspiring social work professionals to pursue advanced studies abroad.
The introduction of the Master’s in Social Work now fills that long-standing educational gap, offering graduates a chance to continue their academic and professional growth within the country. The new programme aims to strengthen research, policy development, and field-based practice in social welfare, areas critical to Sierra Leone’s social and economic development.
Social workers in Sierra Leone play a vital role in supporting vulnerable groups, addressing social injustices, and fostering community resilience. They are often at the forefront of interventions dealing with child protection, family welfare, gender-based violence, substance abuse, and disaster recovery. The new MSW programme is expected to further empower these professionals with the advanced skills and theoretical grounding needed to influence policy and drive systemic change.
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