HRDN-SL
"Defending the Defender"
HUMAN RIGHTS DEFENDERS NETWORK SIERRA LEONE
Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone is a coalition of human rights civil society organizations and individuals working for the protection and promotion of human rights in Sierra Leone.
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Strengthening Human Rights Defenses: A Week in the Districts
In our ongoing mission to champion and safeguard human rights, the Human Rights Defenders Network embarked on an illuminating week-long journey across several pivotal districts in the country. This trip, made possible with generous support from Irish Aid, aimed to engage with local Human Rights Defenders, re-establish district networks, and provide critical support to ensure…
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HRDN-SL WELCOMES IRISH AMBASSADOR AND SECOND SECRETARY
HRDN-SL was pleased to welcome the Irish Ambassador to Sierra Leone and the Second Secretary for a discussion on our work to promote and protect human rights in Sierra Leone. We discussed HRDN-SL’s ongoing work to strengthen the protection of human rights defenders, as well as the broader human rights situation in Sierra Leone. We…
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HRDN-SL Welcomes Dismissal of Criminal Proceedings against Human Rights Defenders
Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone (HRDN-SL) welcomes thedismissal of the criminal proceedings against human rights defenders Mr. Prince Tommy Williams and Mr. Mohamed Turay. Mr. Williams and Mr. Turay are associated with Lifeline Nehemiah Projects, a civil society organization working with children, persons with disabilities and other vulnerable members of the Kuntorloh community in…
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HRDN-SL Condemns Alleged Torture of Civilians by Military Personnel in Moyamba District
FREETOWN, 2 JULY 2026: HRDN-SL Condemns Alleged Torture of Civilians by Military Personnel in Moyamba District Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone (HRDN-SL) expresses deep concern and condemnation following reports of the alleged torture and inhuman treatment of two civilians by members of the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) in Senehun, Kamajei Chiefdom,…