About Us

The Conforti Community Aid children Organization

Conforti Community Aid Children Organization was established in 1998, to address the needs of young people in the area of education and Child welfare.

Our programmes are based on helping communities to establish schools in areas where there are no schools or the nearest school is more than 5 (five miles away). Providing teacher training for primary and secondary schools on Core Skills Training courses (Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity and Imagination, Communication and Collaboration, Citizenship, Digital Literacy, Leadership and Personal Development) for British Council Connecting Classrooms Schools Program.

 

Conforti Community Aid Children Organization (CCACO) or for short Conforti is a highly respected National Organization that contributes to the realization of the rights of children through the capacity strengthening of government and communities, direct service provision, and advocacy at grassroots, national and international levels. Because of its innovation, diligence and accountability, Conforti Community Aid
Children Organisation won an award ‘Pan African Award for Entrepreneurship in Education in ’2008.

Conforti has a strong relationship with government ministries, especially the MEST, MHS, MSWGCA, MODEP, and Ministry of Justice and has worked closely and collaboratively with such government ministries to improve the situation of children and women in Sierra Leone CONFORTI will improve mental health services for vulnerable and disadvantaged people in Sierra Leone (SL) by developing and supporting existing community structures. Through training, raising awareness and advocacy we will also reduce stigma, increase understanding of mental illness and empower sufferers so they can take control of their lives.

Everyday at the Conforti Education Center is like a blessing with the active students and talented staff members around.

Francis Mason — Executive Director
Conforti at a Glance
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Mission Statement

To advocate for and provide access to quality education, mental health and protection services, and economic empowerment/livelihood for children and families through a partnership with communities, government and organizations that share similar views

Our Core Values
We have a culture that is modern, relevant, and inspires students to have a brighter future. We are determined in our approach to learning, are creative in our thinking, and bold in our ambitions.
Our Philosophy

We, at Conforti put the young people at the center of learning, We make sure that it is based on scientific observations from birth to adulthood. We believe that a child is naturally curious and is capable of initiating learning in a supportive and thoughtfully prepared environment.