Empowering Youth, Transforming Communities

SPIYAN is building a future where every young person in Sierra Leone has the opportunity to rise, lead and create lasting change in their community

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Your Voice Matters. Your Action Counts

At SPIYAN we equip young people with the tools, skills, and platforms to advocate for justice, equality, and opportunity for all.

The Youths are the Future
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The need is urgent. The rise in drug abuse, especially Kush, is tearing through communities faster than services can respond. With your support, we can scale what works and reach more youth before it’s too late.

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SPIYAN invites YOU to join a movement of young changemakers, advocates, and community builders committed to transforming Sierra Leone one life, one voice, one community at a time.

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At SPIYAN, we understand what you’re going through because we’ve been there too.
We don’t see you as a problem to fix, but as a person who deserves to heal, grow, and be heard.

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About Us

Safe Place International Youth Advocacy Network (SPIYAN) is a youth-led non-governmental organization (NGO) in Sierra Leone.

Our Mission is to amplify youth voices and strengthen their capacity to become leaders, advocates, and agents of sustainable social transformation—grounded in the principles of justice, equality, dignity, and inclusion.
  • Advocate for and protect the rights of young people.
  • Create inclusive platforms for civic participation.
  • Promote youth-led solutions to social and political challenges.

5

Years

of Service
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EMPOWER

Transforming Lives Through Empowerment and Support

We are dedicated to fostering mental wellness and resilience. Our programs addresses critical issues affecting youth today. Founded with a deep commitment to empowering the youth of Sierra Leone, SPIYAN has played a transformative role in uplifting young people and revitalizing communities—especially across the Western Area and Freetown.

Mental Health Focus

Promoting Mental wellness through, Education, Support, and Community Engagement for all Youths in Sierra Leone.

Drug Abuse Prevention

Empowering youth with knowledge and resources to prevent substance abuse and promote health choices.
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Support for Girls

Providing mentorship and resources to empower adolescent girls to thrive and succeed.

Youth Empowerment Program

Engaging youth in leadership and development opportunities to foster confidence and community involvement.

History

Our Journey through Time and Impact

Explore our organization's significant milestones and achievements. Each step reflects our commitments to mental health and youth empowerment.
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2023

Our first Conference

We partnered with the Ministry of youth affairs and the Ministry of Western Area to organize first conference on Drug Abuse, Mental Health, and Self-Empowerment
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2023

Donation

we trained and donated some food items to our sisters and brothers, who are struggling with drug ( kush) addiction and mental health issues. We sincerely and deeply appreciate every one of you who grace this program.
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2024

Training for our Volunteers

Training and awarding of certificates to our esteemed volunteers, who have shown passion and commitment to the mitigation and eradication of a killing and very destructive substance called "kush"
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2024

Our First public procession or rally

We hold a public procession or rally from Youl-Building to Aberdeen Beach against drug abuse and mental health issues..
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What We Have Been Doing

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We hold a public procession or rally in Freetown

Directly Reached

800

Indirectly Reached

15k

Goal

2M

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Community awareness campaigns

Hosted Campaigns

17

Communities

13

Plan Communities

2M

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Our Recent Event/Programs

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A One-Day University Symposium

On Drug Abuse and Mental Health Awareness

Theme: Stronger Minds, Brighter Future for All
  • 9:30 AM
  • 10 - JULY - 2025
  • Multi-Purpose Hall (F.B.C)
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Message From The Director

Safe Place International Youth Advocacy Network (SPIYAN) is a legally registered, youth-led non-governmental organization (NGO) operating under the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development and the Ministry of Youth Commission of Sierra Leone. Founded with a deep commitment to empowering the youth of Sierra Leone, SPIYAN has played a transformative role in uplifting young people and revitalizing communities especially across the Western Area and Freetown. Through consistent grassroots engagement, collaborative community projects, and a growing network of dedicated volunteers, we have created meaningful change in the lives of youth and their neighborhoods.
Aglyn .T. Kamara
Aglyn .T. KamaraDirector

Join Us. Be the Change.

Are you passionate about youth empowerment, mental health, or standing against drug abuse? Do you believe in equality, inclusion, and second chances?

Safe Place International Youth Advocacy Network (SPIYAN) invites YOU to join a movement of young changemakers, advocates, and community builders committed to transforming Sierra Leone. One life, one voice, one community at a time.

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Drug Abuse and Mental Health Campaign

Drug Abuse and Mental Health Campaign

Awareness | Donation | Drug Abuse | Mental Health | Women Empowerment
Today, Safe Place International Youth Advocacy Network ends its three-day event on the Drug Abuse and Mental Health Community Awareness Campaign with a specific focus on the Crab Town community, Aberdeen, Freetown. The event attracts community leaders such as the Aberdeen councilor, women's leaders, youth leaders, people struggling with addictions,…
Women Empowerment

Women Empowerment

Awareness | Donation | Drug Abuse | Mental Health | Uncategorized | Women Empowerment
Empowering young people to be self-reliant and independent, especially women is one of our key focused areas. To make this a reality rather than just a mere talk, we are facilitating skills and vocational training for over 153 young women and men. Today, we had a productive engagement with the…
Stronger Minds, Brighter Future for All

Stronger Minds, Brighter Future for All

Awareness | Donation | Drug Abuse | Mental Health
On July 10, we had the opportunity to engage the students at Fourah Bay College, University of Sierra Leone, on substance abuse and mental health awareness. The event brought together students, lecturers, lawyers, businessmen/women, health experts, youth leaders, and advocates from different spheres of life to the discussion of substance…