When I first set foot in Sierra Leone, it wasn’t with the title of “CEO.” It was with a curious heart—a simple desire to explore, to understand, to visit the place of my roots and honor my parents, especially my late father, Mr. James Ibrahim Conteh

15 Interesting Facts You May Not Know About Sierra Leone

Today, as the world comes together to celebrate Earth Day, I am filled with gratitude for the quiet yet powerful work happening in the heart of Sierra Leone.

At Impact Sierra Leone, we are weaving a tapestry of connection, community, creativity, culture, and cultivation. These threads are not just about building a center; they are about empowering individuals, transforming communities, and creating a sustainable future. Whether you have roots in Sierra Leone or not, we welcome you to be part of this movement. Together, we can make a lasting impact.

Discover how Impact Sierra Leone empowers communities through Skills Empowerment Initiatives, Education, Planting Seeds of Hope and Sustainable Change. Read inspiring stories from the 2025 Christmas Day of Hope

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, “Everybody can be great… because anybody can serve. You don’t have to have a college degree to serve. You don’t have to make your subject and verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.”

At Impact Sierra Leone (ISL), we believe in the power of community, compassion, and celebration.

It all begins with an idea.

The Journey of a Barrel