Sierra Leone
The coastal West African nation of
Sierra Leone is one of the poorest countries in the world. Maternal and
child mortality rates are extremely high, and its 5.3 million people
have a life expectancy of just 38 (for men) to 41 (for women) years of
age. A civil war devastated its infrastructure, killed approximately
50,000 persons, and forced millions to seek refuge in neighboring
countries. Fueled by the illicit trade in Sierra Leone’s "blood
diamonds"—so called for their role in funding conflicts—the
war lasted eleven years, and left a brutal legacy behind. Rebel forces
were known for beating, raping, and maiming civilians, with amputation
of limbs by machete their trademark. A United Nations-backed war crimes
court has since been established to try those on both sides of the
conflict responsible for these brutalities.
Today, the United Nations refer to Sierra Leone as “one of the
ten topics the world doesn't hear enough about”. It is the second
poorest country in the world. The United Nations named Sierra Leone as
the world's “least livable” country, based on its poverty
and the poor quality of life that its citizens must endure.
That is why the African Women of Love Ministry has its main focus is in
healthcare and education. Our goal is to help every individual develop
their full physical, mental, and social potential. And to help them
become contributing members of their communities as they understands
the goodness of God.
AWOLM is committed to:
Implementing cost-effective Community-based healthcare, adult
educational and developmental programs that contribute to the total
well-being of each individual.
