Welcome To SEED
Combating Climate Change through the Promotion of Alternative Cooking Fuel using Rice Straw Briquettes
In Sierra Leone, about 86% of primary energy comes from woodfuel, including 79% fuelwood and 7% charcoal (UNDP, 2012). Usage is even higher in coastal communities where SEED operates, with nearly 100% of households relying on firewood, mainly mangrove sticks, for cooking. This dependence harms both the environment and human health. To address this, SEED works with women to convert agricultural waste such as mango seeds, coconut shells, and rice husks into environmentally friendly briquette charcoal for cooking.
Strengthening frontline healthcare workers capacity for effective hepatitis-B antenatal testing, counseling and Birth-Dose
Many frontline healthcare workers lack adequate knowledge of WHO-recommended hepatitis B antenatal testing, counseling, and timely birth-dose vaccination within the first 100 days of life. This results in missed early detection, poor counseling, delayed newborn vaccination, increased mother-to-child transmission, and higher long-term infection rates. SEED works with PHUs and health facilities in Bo to provide effective training.
Organize safe-space classes in schools to promote girls’ safety, well-being, and overall health
Many girls aged 12–17 miss school during their menstrual periods, leading to poor academic performance and limited access to accurate health information. SEED is organizing school-based safe spaces to educate girls on menstrual health management, personal care, cross-generational relationships, associated risks, and HIV prevention, enabling them to stay healthy and engaged in school
Sustainable Snail Farming: Empowering Communities, Protecting Nature
SEED Sierra Leone is working with local farmers to promote sustainable snail farming, creating livelihoods while protecting nature. Snail farming requires little land, recycles organic waste, and supports soil health. By empowering communities with eco-friendly practices, SEED Sierra Leone strengthens food security, reduces environmental pressure, and champions conservation-driven agriculture for resilient rural futures and builds climate-smart income opportunities for families.
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