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Youth Action International is a non-governmental organization that uses grassroots techniques to develop and implement programs that help alleviate the suffering of children affected by war or living in difficult circumstances, empower them to reach their full potential, and break cycles of violence and poverty.

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Sierra Leone: New Country Representative

YAI’s current Country Representative in Sierra Leone, Yeanoh Conteh, is leaving after several years of dedicated service to YAI, to pursue her Master’s Degree. Her successor will be Donald Kalokah, who previously served as Program Officer for in Sierra Leone. Congratulations to Donald and good luck to Yeanoh on her new adventure!