Francis Mafinda – Sierra Leone
Occupation/Title
Program Assistant
Country of Origin
Sierra Leone
Summary/About Me
Francis Mafinda is a dedicated Program Assistant for the West African Youth Network in Sierra Leone. He is deeply passionate about peace and human rights advocacy, focusing on leveraging community resources for positive change.
Areas of Expertise
- Peacebuilding
- Human Rights Advocacy
- Community Development
Key Initiative
Social Change Initiative (SCI): Harnessing Commercial Motorcyclists for Peacebuilding
- Focus: Francis’s SCI aims to mobilize commercial motorcyclists in Sierra Leone as key agents in advancing peacebuilding and non-violent conflict resolution. The initiative will explore how this influential group can contribute to peace efforts and help resolve conflicts through organized activities and community engagement.
Skills
- Program Management
- Advocacy
- Conflict Resolution
- Community Mobilization
Additional Brief
Francis Mafinda’s Social Change Initiative is designed to utilize the significant presence and influence of commercial motorcyclists in Sierra Leone to foster peace and resolve conflicts non-violently. His project will work towards integrating these community members into peacebuilding efforts, offering new avenues for promoting stability and harmony.