Families Without Borders

On March 14th Families Without Borders celebrated a meaningful milestone — their 10-year reunion of their first graduation ceremony. It was a powerful gathering that brought together alumni from across a decade, reflecting the lasting impact of the organization’s work and the strength of its community.

FWB Founder & Executive Director Terri Khonsari was in attendance, helping to mark the occasion and reconnect with so many individuals whose lives have been shaped by the program. The event was generously sponsored by Leone Rock Metal Group, whose support helped make the celebration possible.

Congratulations to the Year One students on officially beginning their journey at Central University during their Matriculation ceremony! 🎓✨

We wish Fatu, Umaro, Hamidu, Yeakain, Ruiatu, Sarah, and Doris every success as they embark on this exciting new chapter of their university education. May this journey be filled with growth, discovery, resilience, and outstanding achievements.

The future is bright — go and make the most of it! 🌟

FWB students marked the International Day of Education by visiting three schools across Sierra Leone. At two schools, they engaged pupils in discussions on key public health topics, raising awareness and encouraging positive health practices both at school and at home. At the third school, they focused on climate justice, emphasizing environmental responsibility and the vital role young people play in protecting their environment.

In December 25, FWB alumni and students came together for our annual alumni-led retreat. The weekend was filled with meaningful learning, reflection, deep connection, and leadership development. Students also had the opportunity to serve their community by visiting a local orphanage and sharing snacks with the children. We are deeply grateful to the alumni who generously gave their time, energy, and hearts to make this weekend so special.

We are proud to introduce our newest Emerging Leaders from Central University in Mile 91 who just started their first day of University!

Good luck to Fatu, Umaro, Hamidu, Yeakain, Rugiatu, Sarah and Doris!!

Families Without Borders students and fellows, together with students from Wells Mountain Imitative (WMI), recently marked the International Day of the Girl Child by visiting five schools across Sierra Leone. During their visits, they held programs for both girls and boys.

The girls were educated on the importance of menstrual hygiene and spent the day making reusable sanitary pads. The boys received education aimed at reducing menstrual stigma. The program reached over 2,200 youth and over 3,000 sanitary pads were created for over 800 girls.

We were excited to partner with WMI for this project. WMI is a non profit organization that does similar work in Sierra Leone. Thank you to their students who helped make this program a success!

Congratulations to FWB Alumni Mohamed Kargbo! He joins Harris Nyanquoi in Shanghai, China at Shanghai Ocean University working on his Masters Degree in Aquaculture as part of a three year program sponsored by the China Scholarship Council. Mohamed graduated with a degree in Agriculture from the University of Makeni in 2020. We are excited to have two of our alumni participating in this exciting program!

FWB Alumni, Emmanuel Bongay is currently in Scotland studying at the University of Edinburgh working toward his masters in Environmental Sustainability and Policy. Emmanuel received a Mastercard Foundation Scholarship to finance his studies. Emmanuel graduated from the University of Makeni in 2024 with a degree in Economics. Congratulations!!!!

Another FWB Alumni is on the move! Harris Nyanquoi is currently in Shanghai, China at Shanghai Ocean University working on his Masters in Aquaculture as part of a three year program sponsored by the China Scholarship Council. Harris graduated in 2024 from the University of Makeni with a degree in Agriculture. Congratulations Harris!

FWB's first graduate from 2015, Ibrahim Kalohoh, has been in Austria & Spain for two weeks participating in an intensive training focused on Sierra Leone Education in Entrepreneurial pedagogy and Skills. This program is co-funded by the European Union and aims to strengthen Sierra Leone's capacity to develop a strong entrepreneurial ecosystem and create new jobs by enhancing entrepreneurial teaching and learning. Ibrahim is Head of the IT department at University of Makeni and is leading this exciting project. We are proud of the success of our graduates!

FWB Alumni Mariama G. Kamara is now in China at Beihang University, working on her masters in Information Communication Engineering. She was awarded a Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China (MOFCOM) to attend this three year program. Mariama graduated in 2024 from Njala University with a degree in Business Information and Technology. Congratulations Mariama!!!