Future Leaders Initiative -SL
Campaigns & Initiatives
Children2Children (C2C): Empowering through Technology". C2C, an initiative by Pens Up Canes Down, unites children to combat violence in schools, homes, and communities using technology. We provide free ICT education to boys and girls aged 10-19, empowering them with digital skills. Our goal is to equip children to address education and violence issues, fostering personal growth, academic success, and a safer future. To watch our videos clink the image
Pens Up Canes Down is a movement / campaign aiming at prioritizing education and prohibiting all forms of physical and emotional abuse within the school and home settings. Click the image to watch the video
Parents-2-Parents [P2P] is another pivotal arm of "Pens Up Canes Down." The goal is simple: unite parents to combat violence against children. Through shared experiences, we foster a supportive community where parents collaborate to create safer environments. P2P offers polite parenting education, empowering positive interactions, and also provides business grants to parents, supported by our friends. Join us to build a violence-free future for our children.
No Hit Zone
No Hit Zones are a low-cost, low-effort strategy for bringing about a transformation in attitudes and use of violent punishment on children in a particular location. Click the image to learn how to become a nohitzone advocate
The Strong Start Scholarship for Girls and Boys in Need is a transformative initiative aimed at empowering underprivileged students living in the village, slums and unreached places where students are limited with basic educational materials and scholarships. The program offers students school learning materials and other educational expenses.
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Anti Violence Campaigns
We have launched several impactful anti-violence campaigns, including "Report Fo Tap Rape" (meaning "Report to Stop Rape" in our local language, Krio) and "Pens Up Canes Down." One of our notable campaigns is the community-focused "Report Fo Tap Rape," designed to raise awareness about the alarming prevalence of sexual violence, harassment, and rape against young girls. Contact us to support our campaigns
From the C2C community support group, C2C-TV was born - a local platform with a vision to empower children. Each week, the program feature discussions and interviews on topics related to violence, with a focus on encouraging different school children to share their experiences regarding issues such as corporal punishment, bullying, sexual harassment, intellectual punishment, emotional abuse, neglect, children's rights. Click the image to watch the video
KAREN FC – where football meets empowerment. Our female football club isn't just about the game; it's about creating a space for girls to discover their strength, build confidence, and shatter stereotypes.
Why KAREN FC? Because we believe that on the field, as in life, every girl deserves a chance to lead. Click the image to watch the video
"Embrace Your Flow: Empowering Girls As They Grow" is a transformative program designed to empower women and girls in embracing their natural cycles. Our purpose is to educate and create awareness among women, girls, men, and boys about menstruation, breaking stigma, and fostering empathy. Click the image to listen to some of our podcasts
Empowering through Human Rights Education" In partnership with Youth for Human Rights Sierra Leone Chapter, we've made a significant impact. We've distributed 15,000 "What Are Human Rights Booklets" across 30 schools in Sierra Leone, igniting awareness and understanding. Human rights matter for everyone, and our program seeks to empower minds with this knowledge, fostering a more just and inclusive society. Click the image to watch our videos
e're dedicated to cultivating the leaders of tomorrow. Through our comprehensive range of online and offline youth empowerment programs, including dynamic debate and quiz competitions, we provide a space for young minds to flourish. Our initiatives not only enhance critical thinking and leadership skills but also foster a sense of community and collaboration. Join us as we ignite potential, one engaging event at a time. Click the image to watch our videos
