The Youth Partnership for Peace and Development (YPPD) is a youth led think tank and empowerment organization founded in Sierra Leone in 2005. In a national context where youth are both the most vital asset and a demographic facing significant challenges, YPPD exists to unlock the potential of young people as powerful agents of transformative change.
Registered with the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development and recognized by the National Youth Commission, YPPD has spent nearly two decades fostering a generation of informed, engaged, and socially responsible citizens.
Our programs are strategically aligned with community needs and global frameworks like the Sustainable Development Goals.
We work to reduce health disparities, particularly for youth, by addressing barriers to quality healthcare.
As a designated UNFCCC contact point and accredited Green Climate Fund observer, we ensure Sierra Leonean youth are part of the global climate conversation.
We believe every child deserves a safe and quality education, delivered through an integrated approach.
In a post civil war nation, building a stable and accountable society is paramount.
WHEN young people are equipped with the right knowledge, skills, and platforms to engage, THEY become the foremost drivers of an inclusive and peaceful society.
Whether influencing national policies on climate change or bringing essential health services to rural communities, our programs are designed to meet the emerging needs of the people we serve, facilitating dialogue and amplifying marginalized voices.
Read Our Full StoryFrom national summits to grassroots dialogues, see YPPD's programs reaching communities across Sierra Leone.
Announcements, program milestones, and stories from our work across Sierra Leone.
YPPD works alongside government bodies, UN agencies, and international organizations to scale impact.
Partner with YPPD to expand access to health, education, climate resilience, and inclusive governance for young people.
