Sierra Leone: more about the country
The nearly ten-year civil war has ended for almost 15 years, and since then the population of Sierra Leone has been spared armed riots. The signs of the civil war, like poverty, violence and displacement, are still visible today. Even if no exact numbers are available, it is certain that tens of thousands of children were physically and mentally abused as child soldiers during the civil war. Tackling traumatic experiences and integrating former war victims in society are just some of the challenges Sierra Leone has been facing ever since.
As Sierra Leone tries to recover from the horrors of civil war, it was hit in 2014 by the Ebola epidemic. Statistics assume about 4000 deaths.
The problem is that when such a widespread and destructive epidemic like Ebola strikes, it affects all aspects of life and not just those who become dangerously ill. This includes people's ability to work and earn a living, crops and livestock, transport, road maintenance – in short, everything! The economic effects of all this will take years to overcome as people try to rebuild their livelihoods.
Added to this is the fact that in rural areas of Sierra Leone, there is very limited access to public health services and what services exist, are very poor. Sick people have difficulty getting any medicines, there are few doctors and the nearest medical facility can be miles away. Inevitably, many sick children are suffering as a result.
What makes matters worse is that many family units have been decimated. And those adults acting as guardian angels for the orphaned children left behind, are struggling just to put enough food on the table to survive!
We continue to send shipments of the most essential supplies. This includes food and medicines, but also covers many other relief supplies such as hygiene and sanitary items. These supplies are helping to save and protect young lives.
Orphaned children are especially vulnerable and we work tirelessly to ensure none are forgotten by helping to support them in orphanages or with other family members.
It's going to take time for the country to fully recover. But Hoffnung für Kinder will continue to provide vital supplies for the children in greatest need and, by showing we care, to give them hope of a better future.
Our programs in Sierra Leone:
Medical aid after Ebola
Meals for school kids
As Sierra Leone tries to recover from the horrors of civil war, it was hit in 2014 by the Ebola epidemic. Statistics assume about 4000 deaths.
An economic and health crisis
Although it's now two years since West Africa was declared Ebola-free, some of the worst affected countries are still reeling under the health and financial burdens left in its wake. Sierra Leone is one of these countries.The problem is that when such a widespread and destructive epidemic like Ebola strikes, it affects all aspects of life and not just those who become dangerously ill. This includes people's ability to work and earn a living, crops and livestock, transport, road maintenance – in short, everything! The economic effects of all this will take years to overcome as people try to rebuild their livelihoods.
Added to this is the fact that in rural areas of Sierra Leone, there is very limited access to public health services and what services exist, are very poor. Sick people have difficulty getting any medicines, there are few doctors and the nearest medical facility can be miles away. Inevitably, many sick children are suffering as a result.
What makes matters worse is that many family units have been decimated. And those adults acting as guardian angels for the orphaned children left behind, are struggling just to put enough food on the table to survive!
Relief supplies for ebola prevention
Children's Hope Fund Hong Kong brings relief and fresh hope to the children. We continue to provide vital post-Ebola support to the children and families most affected by the epidemic and who are still struggling in its aftermath.
We continue to send shipments of the most essential supplies. This includes food and medicines, but also covers many other relief supplies such as hygiene and sanitary items. These supplies are helping to save and protect young lives.
Orphaned children are especially vulnerable and we work tirelessly to ensure none are forgotten by helping to support them in orphanages or with other family members.
It's going to take time for the country to fully recover. But Hoffnung für Kinder will continue to provide vital supplies for the children in greatest need and, by showing we care, to give them hope of a better future.
Our programs in Sierra Leone:
Medical aid after Ebola
Meals for school kids