US Embassy Freetown November 1, 2022, Auction
AUCTION RULES FOR BIDDERS US Embassy Freetown November 1, 2022, Auction Covid Precautions: Bidders must comply with COVID mitigation regulations SITE INFORMATION: Auction is sealed bid and will take place from 9:00 until 2:00 PM. The 2:00 PM is the closing hour of the auction and all potential bidders will have to exit the auction …
Read More»Celebrating 60 years in Sierra Leone, U.S. Peace Corps Volunteers Sworn in
FREETOWN, Sierra Leone, September 09,2022 – On its 60th Anniversary in Sierra Leone, U.S. Ambassador David Reimer swore in the latest cohort Peace Corps Volunteers at the Peace Corps Training Center in Kambia, in the presence of Honorable Ministers of Health & Sanitation, Dr. Austin Demby, Resident Minister northwest region, Alhaji Alpha Khan, and Deputy …
Read More»DO YOU HAVE A PEACE CORPS STORY???
It is Peace Corps Sierra Leone’s 60th Anniversary year in Sierra Leone and we are looking for a few stories of how Peace Corps Volunteers impacted communities over the last 60 years for a short documentary film. We hope to gather stories across the decades (the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, through today). If you …
Read More»4 Sierra Leoneans to participate in 2022 SUSI Program
Safe travels to our amazing 2022 SUSI students as they embark on a month-long academic residency and an education tour of U.S. institutions of higher learning! Study of the United States Institutes (SUSI) is one of many different ways the United States invests in Sierra Leone’s greatest natural resource, the next generation. Hawa Kuyateh, Manja …
Read More»National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct: Notice of Opportunity To Submit Written Comments
Tab 1 – Text of Federal Public Register Notice 11647 DEPARTMENT OF STATE [Public Notice: 11647] National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct: Notice of Opportunity To Submit Written Comments SUMMARY: On June 16, 2021, Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced on behalf of the Biden-Harris Administration that the Department will soon begin updating and …
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Message for U.S. Citizens: COVID-19 Vaccinations Available
The Embassy of the United States of America – Freetown, Sierra Leone The U.S. Embassy in partnership with the Government of Sierra Leone is providing Astra Zeneca vaccinations at the U.S. Embassy on a first come basis on July 1 and 2. American citizens are invited to receive vaccinations at this time. There will be …
Read More»President Biden’s Inaugural Address
President Biden’s Inaugural Address THE PRESIDENT: Chief Justice Roberts, Vice President Harris, Speaker Pelosi, Leader Schumer, Leader McConnell, Vice President Pence, distinguished guests, and my fellow Americans. This is America’s day. This is democracy’s day. A day of history and hope. Of renewal and resolve. Through a crucible for the ages America has been tested …
Read More»Inauguration of the President By Ambassador Maria Brewer
Inauguration of the President By Ambassador Maria Brewer Inauguration Day in the United States is a momentous occasion. In recent decades, as many as 1.8 million people have attended the outdoor inauguration ceremony, despite often freezing January weather. The official ceremony, held on the steps of the U.S. Capitol building, is usually accompanied by a …
Read More»Ambassador Brewer hands over laboratory supplies to Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Health and Sanitation
Freetown, SIERRA LEONE— Demonstrating the United States’ commitment to battling COVID-19 at home and supporting our partners around the world, on December 2, 2020 U.S. Ambassador Maria Brewer presented COVID-19 related supplies and equipment to the laboratory team of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation. The donation was received by Dr. Mohammed Vandi, Director of …
Read More»Sierra Leone progresses to tier 2 in 2020 U.S. Trafficking in Persons Report
Sierra Leone progresses to tier 2 in 2020 U.S. Trafficking in Persons Report Op-Ed by U.S. Ambassador to Sierra Leone, Maria E. Brewer The U.S. Embassy in Freetown would like to recognize the Government of Sierra Leone for progress made in the fight against Trafficking in Persons. This is a historic year for the U.S. …
Read More»COVID Support for health facilities supported through the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief
COVID Support for health facilities supported through the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief PEPFAR currently supports 11 high volume facilities in Western Area, and that support is administered by the US Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA). Working through one of its implementing partners, ICAP at Columbia University, a package of interventions was …
Read More»U. S. Ambassador Maria Brewer, washing her hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
With the announcement of a confirmed case of coronavirus in Sierra Leone, the U.S. Embassy would like to reaffirm the importance of preventing the spread of the virus by practicing social distancing, limiting physical conduct, and frequent hand washing. This is demonstrated below by Ambassador Maria Brewer, washing her hands with soap and water for …
Read More»Temporarily suspended routine visa services at all U.S. Embassies and Consulates.
In response to significant worldwide challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of State has temporarily suspended routine visa services at all U.S. Embassies and Consulates. Embassies and consulates have canceled all routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa appointments as of March 20, 2020, but will continue to provide emergency and mission-critical visa services as …
Read More»2019 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices .
The U.S. Department of State has released the 2019 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices (otherwise known as The Human Rights Report). You may access the report using the following link https://www.state.gov/reports/2019-country-reports-on-human-rights-practices/
Read More»TechWomen 2020!
From September to October 2020, TechWomen will bring 108 women from 21 countries to the San Francisco Bay Area to participate in a professional mentorship and exchange program that empowers and connects women in STEM. If you are: An emerging professional woman in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) Interested in connecting and collaborating with …
Read More»UNITED STATES STRATEGY ON WOMEN, PEACE, AND SECURITY
UNITED STATES STRATEGY ON WOMEN, PEACE, AND SECURITY JUNE 2019 Table of Contents Introduction…………………………………………………………………………2 The Strategic Challenge…………………………………………………………..4 The Theory of Change: A National Strategy on Women, Peace and Security………………………………………………………………… 5 Line of Effort 1………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6 Line of Effort 2………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8 Line of Effort 3………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10 Line of Effort 4………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12 Metrics and Targets………………………………………………………………15 Resourcing and …
Read More»Statement on political tensions
Statement on political tensions Freetown, 4 June 2019 In the context of increasing political tension in Sierra Leone, we the undersigned call for calm and for the establishment of a meaningful dialogue to reduce these tensions. Maria Brewer, U.S. Ambassador Guy Warrington, British High Commissioner Catherine Campbell, Irish Ambassador Tom Vens, EU Ambassador Horst …
Read More»U.S. Ambassador Visits School of Midwifery in Makeni
U.S. Ambassador to Sierra Leone, Maria E. Brewer, announced the opening of a new skills lab, library and computer lab at the School of Midwifery (SOMM) in Makeni. The U.S. Health Resources & Services Administration (www.HRSA.gov) with support from the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS relief (PEPFAR) carried out the necessary renovations, procurement and …
Read More»U.S. Ambassador Cuts Ribbon for the first ever Insectary in Makeni
On Friday 12 April 2019, the U.S. Ambassador to Sierra Leone, Maria E. Brewer, gave remarks at the official opening of Sierra Leone’s first Vector-borne Disease Insectary and Laboratory (VDIL) in a ribbon-cutting ceremony officiated by the Honorable Minister of Health, Professor Alpha T. Wurie. VDIL was developed with the support of the United States …
Read More»Chargé d’Affaires swears in 54 Peace Corps volunteers in Port Loko
On Friday, August 24, Chargé d’Affaires Tomekah Burl swore in 54 new Peace Corps volunteers in Sierra Leone. Their work will focus on secondary education and health. Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. Alie Kabba also welcomed the volunteers and congratulated them on their service. The ceremony took place at the Peace Corps Training site in …
Read More»2018 Mandela Washington Fellows from Sierra Leone
Introducing the 2018 Cohort of Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Mandela Washington Fellows from Sierra Leone! These young leaders will travel to the United States to hone their skills at a U.S. higher education institution with support for professional development after they return home. Institutes focus on leadership and skills development in one of three …
Read More»Ambassador Brewer Hosts Interfaith Iftar at her Residence
On June 7, 2018 U.S. Ambassador to Sierra Leone Maria Brewer, in cooperation with the Chief Imam of Freetown Municipality, Sheikh Abubakarr Conteh, hosted an interfaith Iftar at her residence. “On behalf of the people of the United States, I extend my warmest wishes to all Muslims in Sierra Leone. I hope that we are …
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Traffic Alert – U. S. Embassy Freetown, Sierra Leone (March 7, 2018)
Traffic Alert – U. S. Embassy Freetown, Sierra Leone (March 7, 2018) Location: Country Wide Event: On Wednesday, March 7, Sierra Leone will hold general elections. Motor vehicle traffic will be restricted to official vehicles from 6:00am to 7:00pm. Please see the attached official message from the Government of Sierra Leone. Movement of people on …
Read More»Repair and Painting of Metal Anti-Climb Fence.
Repair and Painting of Metal Anti-Climb Fence
Read More»Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA)
HR HR/OE is deploying Electronic Recruitment Application. ERA is an electronic applicant management system powered by Monster.com. It will allow Human Resources professionals at Missions overseas to easily identify quality candidates from large pools of online applicants. It is a compliant, flexible, proven applicant tracking solution that automates end-to-end hiring process. Most-of-all, ERA eliminates the need for paper-based …
Read More»2017 Sierra Leone Trafficking in Persons Report
The Government of Sierra Leone does not fully meet the minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking; however, it is making significant efforts to do so. The government demonstrated increasing efforts compared to the previous reporting period; therefore, Sierra Leone remained on Tier 2. The government demonstrated increasing efforts by investigating and initiating prosecutions of …
Read More»The Virtual Student Foreign Service (VSFS) Mission Sierra Leone
The Virtual Student Foreign Service (VSFS) is the largest virtual internship program in the world! This year there are more than 1,000 vacancies with more than 30 federal agencies. VSFS offers unique mentoring and exposure to job opportunities within the U.S. government. Applications for the 2017-18 VSFS program are open between July 2 and 26 on …
Read More»US MARINES MENTOR RSLAF NOMINEES ON PHYSICAL FITNESS SKILLS
Marines from the US Mission Sierra Leone recently joined RSLAF soldiers to provide mentoring on the physical fitness requirements of the US Marine Corps. The event, held at Lumley Beach on May 26th, included a fitness test for RSLAF soldiers who had been selected to attend US Marine Corps training courses in the United States. …
Read More»USAID Supports MSH/SIAPS To Strengthen Pharmaceutical Sector Post-Ebola
The availability of essential medicines to patients is vital for Sierra Leone’s health system. Towards this goal, USAID is supporting Management Sciences for Health (MSH) through Systems for Improved Access to Pharmaceutical Services (SIAPS) to ensure that high quality medicines are reaching patients by providing leadership and development training for Directorate of Drugs and Medical …
Read More»United States Government Extends Support for Infection Prevention and Control
On April 26, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) signed a memorandum of agreement with the University of Sierra Leone to establish IPC Phase 2, an academic program and mobile training on Infection Prevention and Control (IPC). The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) provided $3 million to support this initiative. During the Ebola …
Read More»U.S. Mission Supports Ebola-Affected Village
Dodo village, located in a remote part of Moyamba District, was devastated by the Ebola outbreak. Quarantines forced the villagers to eat most of their seeds and animals to survive. With financial support from the Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Program, Dodo Youth Farmer’s Association is rebuilding the community’s agriculture. Villagers have purchased tools, cultivated 20 acres …
Read More»U.S. Government Partners to Train Healthcare Workers on New-born and Postnatal Care.
USAID is partnering with Concern Worldwide to train 165 healthcare workers ranging from volunteer assistants to midwives in nine health centers. The trainings are held on-site at health facilities to address the challenges and resources limitations that health care staff faces on a regular basis. Trained participants have expressed gratitude for the opportunity to learn …
Read More»U.S. Mission Creates New Opportunities for Fishing Community
The Tassor Fish Mongers Association is creating new economic opportunities in Tissana, a coastal community in Moyamba District, with support from the U.S. Mission. We visited the project site on February 13 and learned that community members have repaired 12 boats, mended and trimmed 750 meters of fishing net, reconstructed an oven facility for smoking …
Read More»Check Out Our New Site!
Yes, we have a brand new website! Have a look around! The new-look website has seven sections representing broad topics that may be of interest to you. The sections are broken down further into sub-categories to assist you in finding specific information. The Seven Sections are: Visas – For all your Visa needs and questions. U.S. Citizen Services – …
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