PRIDE-SL

An engagement on the Open Information Platform (OIP) was convened by PRIDE-SL with financial and technical support from Action Aid Sierra Leone. The meeting brought together 50 community stakeholders to promote transparency, accountability, and inclusive participation in governance and service delivery.

The session aimed to strengthen collaboration between communities and key institutions while enhancing awareness and use of the OIP as a tool for information sharing and feedback.
Objectives of the Engagement were
1. To introduce and promote the Open Information Platform (OIP)
2. To enhance community awareness on access to information
3. To strengthen collaboration between stakeholders and institutions
4. To provide a platform for dialogue on key community issue.

The engagement was attended by 50 participants, including:

Community representatives (including LRP communities)

Civil society organizations

Local authorities

Representatives from government ministries and agencies

The event featured remarks and presentations from the following stakeholders:

Manager, Action Aid Sierra Leone

Representative, Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MBSSE)

Representative, Teaching Service Commission (TSC)

Chief Administrator, Bo District Council

Director, PRIDE-SL

Director, Ministry of Gender and Children's Affairs

Director, Ministry of Social Welfare

Chief from LRP Community

The engagement commenced with a welcome address from the Deputy Chief Administrator of Bo City Council, who emphasized the importance of inclusive governance and community participation.

The Director of PRIDE-SL highlighted the purpose of the OIP and its role in promoting transparency, accountability, and citizen engagement. The Manager of Action Aid Sierra Leone reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to supporting community-driven development initiatives.

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