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 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,…
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HRDN-SL Calls for Urgent Investigation into Alleged Human Rights Violations against Lifeline Nehemiah Projects
FREETOWN, 30 JUNE 2026: HRDN-SL Calls for Urgent Investigation into Alleged Human Rights Violations against Lifeline Nehemiah Projects and the Kuntorloh Community The Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone (HRDN-SL) expresses grave concern over alleged attacks, arrests, and intimidation targeting human rights defenders, staff, and beneficiaries of Lifeline Nehemiah Projects (Lifeline) in Kuntorloh, Eastern Freetown.…
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HRDN-SL Conducts a Joint Field Visit With Irish Aid
From 18 to 21 May 2026, the HRDN-SL team conducted a joint monitoring visit, alongside representatives from the Embassy of Ireland, to our regional offices in the Kenema, Moyamba, and Bombali districts. The purpose of the visit was to review the implementation of our Building Resilience, Inclusiveness and Capacity of Human Rights Defenders in Sierra…