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EmailThis August, we begin something special.
As part of our Clarity: Inclusion in Action campaign, we’re proud to launch the next chapter in our journey: in-person stories from the communities we serve in Kambia, Sierra Leone.
We believe in inclusion that is seen, heard — and felt. That’s why our August series focuses on real voices and individual experiences. Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing powerful profiles of the young people, caregivers, and advocates who are shaping this movement from the inside.
Because change doesn’t start with buildings. It starts with people.
Meet the First Voices
Our first in-person stories, gathered in partnership with WESOFOD’s local team, highlight the courage and resilience of disabled children and their families living in some of Kambia’s most underserved villages.
These aren’t charity stories — they’re stories of strength, leadership, and community.
👧 Foday Conteh
Foday Conteh, a university graduate and Project Officer at the Welfare Society for the Disabled in Sierra Leone, has turned a life of hardship into a story of strength. Growing up with a disability in a rural community, Foday faced daily battles with accessibility, discrimination, and poverty — often crawling long distances to attend school while being mocked by others. Despite these challenges, he remained determined to show that “there is ability in disability.” Through perseverance, he earned a university degree and now works to advocate for others like him, helping build a more inclusive future across Sierra Leone.
👧 Poreh Marah
Poreh Marah, from Sierra Leone, became disabled at age six due to a medical error. She faced rejection, inaccessibility, and stigma, but remained determined to prove her worth. Despite being abandoned by her father and underestimated by others, she fought for her education, learned hairdressing, and joined advocacy efforts. Today, she is employed, independent, and committed to inspiring others — showing that disability does not define her; strength and resilience do.
👧 Ibrahim Sorie M. A. Kamara
Learners with albinism often face multiple challenges in school environments, particularly related to their vision and skin sensitivity. In addition to these physical barriers, they may also experience discrimination, bullying, and social exclusion from peers, educators, and even members of the wider community.
👧 Amara Abu Sumah
Amara Abu Sumah, a young man from Konta Dubala in Sierra Leone, lives with a spinal condition (kyphosis) caused by tuberculosis. As the only child with a disability in his family, he faced stigma, poverty, and was denied early education. At age 15, he enrolled himself in school and later connected with WESOFOD, who supported him with mobility and inclusion. Today, Amara is a university graduate, founder of the Ability Youth Movement (TAYoM), and manager of the Residential Rehabilitation Centre in Kambia — turning hardship into leadership.
Why This Matters
Inclusion is not a program. It’s a relationship — and that means listening.
By spotlighting these stories, we hope to shift the narrative around disability and poverty from one of helplessness to one of resilience, partnership, and possibility. These are the leaders, learners, and voices driving Clarity House forward — and it’s their vision we’re here to support.
What’s Next
Over the coming months, we’ll continue collecting and sharing these in-person stories — each one a reflection of what’s possible when communities are given the space and support to lead their own futures.
Our next story set will feature:
- Local WESOFOD team members
- Women’s group leaders
- Health workers visiting Clarity House
We’ll also be preparing for our November visit, where members of our UK-based team will meet these individuals in person and bring their stories back to our wider network.
How You Can Help
🟠 Share these stories
Help us amplify voices that deserve to be heard. Every share brings visibility to communities that have been overlooked for too long.
🟠 Contribute items
We’re still collecting:
Football shirts 🏆 (any team, any size)
Working laptops, tablets & phones 💻 (with chargers)
Email enquiries@clarityocchealth.co.uk to get involved.
This is what inclusion in action really looks like — not just systems and structures, but lives, voices, and futures coming into focus.
Want to learn more about WESOFOD and their mission?
📘Visit: https://www.facebook.com/WESOFOD/
