At AFCESL, we are dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where underprivileged and disabled children receive the care, support and resources they deserve. Through personalised programmes and a community-driven approach, we empower every child to overcome challenges, unlock their potential and build a brighter future.
Advocacy For Children's Education (AFCESL) is a humanitarian and community-focused organisation committed to improving the lives of underprivileged and disabled children through education, welfare support and sustainable community initiatives. We believe every child deserves access to opportunities that allow them to learn, grow and achieve their full potential — regardless of background or circumstance.
Driven by compassion, inclusion and social impact, we work closely with communities to identify the real challenges affecting children and young people. Through collective action and meaningful support, we strive to create safe, supportive and empowering environments where children can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
To help underprivileged, orphaned and disabled children with free quality education, skills and welfare support, so they overcome the barriers they and their families face.
To reach more communities across Sierra Leone and minimise the poverty, inequality and deprivation faced by our young, vibrant generation.
Love, friendship and compassion. This life has value only when we attribute value to the lives of others — not through possessions, which are mere vanity.
Millions of children are still locked out of the classroom. These are the numbers that drive everything we do.
“This life we live can only have value when we learn to attribute value to the life of others — through love, friendship and compassion.”
Our founder set up AFCE after seeing how deeply Sierra Leone's children suffered through crisis. His conviction still guides us: as long as there is life and people who care, every child's desire for success and a happy life is achievable.
The working team who advocate, organise and show up for children every day.
The advisors who guide our direction, governance and long-term impact.
We’re building long-term partnerships. This space is reserved for the institutions who choose to journey with us — could that be you?
Partner With UsTogetherness is the key to limitless opportunity. Join a team that shows up for children — no act of kindness is ever too small. Fill in the short form below and our volunteer coordinator will be in touch.
Help deprived and disabled children stay in school and reach their potential.
Gain experience in leadership, communication, project management and teamwork.
Become part of a warm, purpose-driven team across our communities.
This is a short version of our Volunteer Admission Form — enough to get you started. On acceptance, we’ll complete the full form together.