Monday, November 7, 2011

Short term deployment to Sierra Leone

Pam at the UNICEF country office, Freetown

I'm in Sierra Leone on a short term deployment to support the UNICEF country team. Sierra Leone is an extremely poor country, although rich in minerals and natural beauty. The country is still recovering from a brutal 11-year armed conflict that ended in 2002 and 70% of the population live on less than US$1 per day.

Lumley Beach, Aberdeen, Freetown
In April 2010, the Government launched a major initiative to provide free health care to pregnant women and girls. The challenge of addressing maternal mortality in Sierra Leone is enormous, given the country’s poor infrastructure, high levels of poverty and the continuing impact of armed conflict.

The Government has taken some important steps to address these challenges and UNICEF is working with donors and partners to assist the Ministry of Health in improving the situation. I am transferring my skills to colleagues and government logistics teams. I feel proud to be part of this great cause in Sierra Leone, and to work with a wonderful team under the leadership of the country representative.
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Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone

2 comments:

  1. ElaineNovember 7, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    Hi Pamela,

    The work you are doing in Sierra Leone is really inspiring. May God gives you the strength and energy as you are doing your best for Him.

    Elaine

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  2. AnonymousDecember 5, 2011 at 4:37 AM

    Hi Pam
    You are really inspiring and motivating on how you are dedicated in improving lives of people who are suffering from human actions and natural disasters.
    A follower.

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