Our Work

Advocacy & Awareness

Many retired military personnel in Sierra Leone face economic hardship, limited access to healthcare, and lack of recognition for their years of service.

Through advocacy, SLESAO works to:

• Champion policies that improve welfare benefits for retired services members.

• Raise awareness in Sierra Leone and the diaspora about the challenges veterans face.

• Engage with government and community stakeholders to ensure the voices of Ex-service personnel are heard.

Medical & Welfare Assistance

For many retired service members, access to healthcare is limited and often unaffordable. Some veterans and their families face urgent medical crises without the resources to respond.

SLESAO provides direct support by:

• Assisting with medical costs for veterans in need.

• Providing emergency welfare relief for those experiencing significant hardship.

• Partnering with local organizations to extend health and wellness services

Food Assistance Program

Holidays should be a time of joy and family togetherness. For too many veterans in Sierra Leone, they are a reminder of hardship and scarcity.

Through our Food Assistance Program, we:

• Distribute food packages to retired service members and their families during holidays.

• Ensure that no veteran's family goes hungry during times of celebrations.

• Strengthen bonds of solidarity by showing that the diaspora colleagues have not forgotten their sacrifices.

Diaspora Engagement

The strength of SLESAO lies in its member, the retired personnel living abroad who remain deeply connected to their homeland and comrades.

Through diaspora engagement, we:

• Mobilize members to contribute resources and expertise.

• Build international partnerships to support veterans in Sierra Leone.

• Provide a community for ex-service personnel living overseas to stay united in purpose.

Our Promise

Every program we run is guided by our core values: honor, compassion, solidarity, and integrity. We are committed to using all donations responsibly, ensuring that resources reach those who need them most.