I was so impressed by the work all are doing to improve the schools in Sierra Leone.

On my recent visit, I was able to witness firsthand the excellent efforts that are being made by all stakeholders.

As a previous School Board Member in the Inland Empire of California, I understand how important it is to focus on children’s education.

It is my goal to continue to support the efforts of Canserra and many other schools in Sierra Leone.

At the moment, I have also paid for 5 different school feeding programs for this year in Canserra and will be visiting the school again some months away from now when my schedule permits.

Gods blessings for all you guys do !!!

~ Wraymond Sawyerr

Brian Vistorino, Director/Chair Person

Brian is a retired school teacher and civil engineer who knows the value of education and its effects on combating poverty. He has been with CanSerra since the beginning and has been very instrumental in making big things happen! 

Blaine Hill, Director

Blaine is a teacher and has seen how a good education can make a positive change in children's lives. He works hard to make sure it happens for the children in Sierra Leone.

Adiatu Kuyatah, Director

Adiata is a fellow Sierra Leoneon who now lives in Canada. While visiting Sierra Leone she witnessed the great work of CanSerra and immediately jumped on board to be part of the action. She brings a whack of experience to the board with her volunteer experience with the NDP, Black History Month, Sierra Leone Association of Alberta (SLAA), MacEwan University, and Edmonton’s Africanival.

Tochi Nwaokocha, Director

Tochi is president of the Black Law Students' Association and a practicing lawyer in Kitchener, Ontario. He brings a fabulous energy to the group and a wonderful heart and clever mind that makes things happen!

Wraymond Sawyerr, Supporter and Volunteer

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Wraymond is one of those people who is always bursting with energy. As a retired School Board Member he has a passion for helping children and seeing that their futures are changed through education. The children love his kind and gentle heart and always look forward to his visits.

WIll Kargbo, National Director

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Will Kargbo has volunteered as the National Director of CanSerra Development Organization since 2019 and oversees all programs for CDO. He also serves as the national spokesperson.

Will is a native of Sierra Leone and lives in Freetown with his wife and two children. He received his education in Sierra Leone from TC, HTC and has a BA in Developmental Studies.

Now a retired teacher, Will uses his experience as a community developer and his knowledge gained from working with non-profit organizations in Sierra Leone to help those in need. 

Rebecca Kallon, Secretary/Financial Secretary
 

Rebecca is the Secretary of CanSerra Development Organization Board of Trustees. Madam Kallon is based in Freetown. She is a tireless advocate for the poor and needy and is a graduate with a Social Work Degree. She has many years of non-profit experience especially serving as secretary. With her experience as a social worker, she facilitates partnerships with families, staff, and other agencies. She loves working with organizations that care for those in need.

Jorian Mamie Iye Dumbuya, Treasurer
 

Jorian is the Treasurer Reporting Officer of CanSerra Development Organization Board of Directors. She takes care of finances and disseminates operational reports to the organization. She also provides support in various activities of the organization and ensures there is better communication concerning the required needs of the organization. Based in Freetown she works as news reporter at the Sierra Leone’s national TV station (SLBC) and has many years of non-profit experience. Madam Dumbuya has a Diploma in Business Administration and is an advocate for the poor and needy.

Doreen John, Public Relations Officer
 

Doreen John is the Public Relations Officer of CanSerra Development Organization Board of Trustees. She has vast experience working with NonGovernmental Organizations with expertise in community development projects. She is experienced in the branding of organizations through various communication strategies. Based in Sierra Leone with her husband, Doreen is a graduate in Sociology. She has many years of non-profit experience in multiple roles. Doreen’s vision is to see a Sierra Leone where opportunities will be available for the poorest child, and for children not go to bed hungry.

Our Valuable and Most Needed Workers in Sierra Leone

Abdul Y Mansaray

Carpenters, Mason, etc. 

If you want to know how to do it the very best way - Abdul's your man! He may look young but Abdul has loads of experience and expertise in building schools. From the foundation up, Abdul's dedication to creating schools is A+!

Alie Bangura

Labourer/Plasterman

Alie is a man of many talents, it just so happens that on picture

day we caught him working with the plaster making a smooth

finish to our school's exterior. Seems appropriate though since

Alie is one smooth dude!

Alhassan Sesay 

Concrete Transporter

Alhassan is fast! You have to be when you're moving tonnes of cement! And he does it all with a smile, knowing that each wall, each floor, and each school is helping the kids in his village get a solid education. 

Alie Karim Bangura

Block Layer

Alie is the man we turn to when we need a solid foundation. His

eye for keeping a straight line is unparalleled to any other! 

Karim Bangura 

Karim knows schools! He knows how to build them and he knows how to build them very well! With years of experience, Karim has seen many children's lives changed because of a good education. It's what keeps him going!

Abdul Bangura 

Abdul has a knack for concrete and we rely on him for everything from walls to floors and everything in between. When Abdul's mixing, we know our schools are going to last for many many generations!

Abdul Karim Bangur

Abdul is smooth. Yes, you read it right: smooth. With a trowel in his hand no school wall or floor is going to crack or have any bumps

or lumps or defects. It comes with experience and Abdul has been with us for a long time! 

Abdul Karim Kamara 

If you need muscles and a knack for keeping things in line then Abdul's your man! Abdul comes to CanSerra with years of

experience and a dedicated spirit second to none!

Mr. Ernest

Ernest is another one of our dedicated workers who is full of talents. From the ground up, Mr. Ernest knows what to do and how to do it!

Our workers

Carpenters, Masons, etc. 

What a team! Behind every school is a team of dedicated workers! Don't let the silliness of the photo fool you - each and everyone of our workers is serious about building our schools from start to finish.

Fatmata Simeon Kamara
Nurse

Fatmata Simeon Kamara graduated as nurse at the paramedical nursing department, Njala University Bo Campus in Sierra Leone. She currently works as a state registered nurse at the Rokupa Government Hospital. She  provides medical attention to people in the area. Fatmata lives in Kissy, Sierra Leone with her two children.