HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION OF SIERRA LEONE

HRCSL established by an Act of Parliament (HRCSL Act No.9 of 2004) with a mandate to protect and promote the human rights of all in Sierra Leone.

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NANHRI, in partnership with DIGNITY, has launched a 5-day training on preventive prison monitoring (23–27 March) at Hotel Barmoi, Freetown. The programme equips @HRCSL and partners with skills to strengthen oversight, prevent torture, and protect the rights of detainees.

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🚨 HRCSL validates report on implementation of the Sexual Offences Act (2012, amended 2019), covering 2020–2024.

The report highlights progress in tackling sexual violence and strengthening protections for women & girls.

#EndGBV #SierraLeone

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https://t.co/cy8xdccAmP . Watch our video documentary on the human rights implications of Kush in Sierra Leone. @NANHRI40 @commonwealthsec

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On Aug 20, 2025, HRCSL hosted a high-level engagement with the AU Committee of Experts on Child Protection at its Freetown HQ. Focus: Progress on child rights in 🇸🇱, incl. child marriage, FGM & violence against children. Both parties shared key insights & commitments.

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We have commenced work on the technical review of the Drafting instructions of the Proposed HRCSL Act 2025. We are grateful for the support from the Attorney General and team. The review is a step towards strengthening the legal framework of HRCSL. @UNDPSierraLeone

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We had a great engagement with the President and delegation of the ECOWAS Court of justice. Our meeting discussed collaboration for the good of human rights protection and promotion in the subregion. @ecowascourt @UNDPSierraLeone

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HRCSL has presented the Drafting Instructions for Revised Human Rights Commission Act to the Attorney General for the repeal & replacement of the HRCSL Act, 2004. The new law will expand the Commission’s mandate to protect & promote human rights in the country. @UNDPSierraLeone

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@commonwealthsec trains #HRCSL staff and District Human Rights Committees on strategic approaches in strengthening engagement on critical human rights issues in #SierraLeone. @UNDPSierraLeone

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@commonwealthsec trains staff of #HRCSL & District Human Rights Committees on strategic approaches to strengthening engagement in critical human rights issues in #SierraLeone. @UNDPSierraLeone

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Today 8th March is International Women’s Day. The theme for this year’s commemoration is “For All Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” We will continue to protect and promote the rights of women in Sierra Leone.

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#HRCSL embarks on popularization of the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act 2024 in some parts of the country with support from @UNFPASierraleon . In partnership with the Ministry of Gender the engagement enlightens communities about the law. @UNDPSierraLeone

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#HRCSL joined the Thinking Pink Foundation in their annual Breast Cancer Awareness raising marathon. The Chairperson Mrs. Patricia Narsu Ndanema received a certificate of participation on behalf of the Commission. @UNDPSierraLeone @IrlEmbFreetown

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https://t.co/EQxCxvohCk Press Statement on the commemoration of African Human Rights Day 2024. @UNDPSierraLeone @IrlEmbFreetown @lansana_i

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HRCSL has launched the Public Inquiry Report into the Conduct of Law Enforcement Officers (2015-2021). 178 complaints recorded across the country with 133 admissible. Among the #LEOs the police and military took spotlight. @UNHumanRights @UNDPSierraLeone

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Did you miss our weekly update? Sharing highlights of key activities last week. Enjoy reading. #HRCSL

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Pre-Legislative Engagement with Members of Parliament on the Draft HRCSL Act 2024 in Port Loko. The MPs were drawn from the Human Rights and Legislative Committee. @UNDPSierraLeone @IrlEmbFreetown

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HRCSL with support from #GlobalFund held an engagement with Lawmakers And Enforcement Officials on the Sierra Leone HIV/AIDS and Human Rights Strengthening Strategy. The goal is to protect people living with HIV/AIDS & other related diseases from stigma & discrimination.

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#HRCSL Migration & Human Trafficking Directorate embarked on border monitoring and awareness raising in Jendema at the #SierraLeone & #Liberia border with funds from @UNDPSierraLeone & @IrlEmbFreetown

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#HRCSL with support from the #GlobalFund hosted Human Rights Coordination Meetings with key stakeholders in the regions. It’s geared towards scaling programme that removes human rights barriers to accessing HIV, TB, and Malaria services in Sierra Leone.

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#HRCSL held an engagement with some school pupils on relevant laws, Policies and Issues bothering on Children’s Rights. It included the Child Rights Act 2007, #ACRWC and the #UNCRC. Life Skills, Understanding Harmful Traditional Practices etc. was also discussed.