Sustainable Communities Network

Sustainable Communities
Network (SCN)

Dedicated to serve. SCN is a not-for-profit venture in Sierra Leone that fosters community collaboration, empowers youth, and drives sustainable development towards building resilient communities…

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We Blending the Human Experience with the Digital Frontier

to address the needs of the disabled and less-able individuals, while striving to enhance the skills and aspirations of the gifted and talented. By working together with diverse communities, we facilitate environments where everyone’s unique abilities are valued, and where collective growth and development are nurtured.

The Digital Platform Center

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Connecting Tomorrow

We offer computer litracy trainings and professional IT courses

These include leadership development, equipping individuals with skills for job opportunities, building character, promoting health and well-being, strengthening governance, advancing education, facilitating community development, fostering sportsmanship, and nurturing talents in music, art and crafts, among others.

Meet Our Founder and CEO

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In addition to our community programs

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Message from the Founder & CEO

Dr. Columba Blango

Welcome to the Sustainable Communities Network! I am excited to share our vision, mission, and aspirations with you. As the Founder and CEO of this NGO, I lead a dedicated team committed to building a sustainable future for our communities…

Our values are Collaboration, Accountability, innovativeness, and Progress.

Mission

Our Mission is to foster national development by creating functional and sustainable communities throughout Sierra Leone
Vision

Our vision is for networks of sustainable communities, catalysing Sierra Leone’s development and transformation.

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Our Themematic Areas

Our Five Pillars of Change

SCN’s holistic approach to development is built on five key thematic areas. Each pillar is designed to address a critical need and contribute to the well-being and progress of our communities.

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Information Technology and Digital Platforms (ITDP)

Bridging the digital divide by providing essential IT skills and technology access to youth and community members.

Youth Entrepreneurship Programme (YEP)

Empowering young people with the skills, mentorship, and resources they need to launch their own businesses.

Health and the Environment

Implementing integrated health and environmental initiatives to improve community well-being and protect natural resources.

Arts and Culture Development Programme (ACDP)

Harnessing the power of local arts and culture to drive positive social change and community development.

Sports for Social Mobility & Network (SSMN)

Using sports and games to promote physical health, teamwork, and social cohesion among youth.

Featured Project: The Digital Platform Centre

The training will be hosted exclusively at the SCN Digital Platform Centre (DPC) in Cole Farm, with a pilot programmes scheduled for January 2026, targeting 60 final-year IPAM students. Revenue-sharing arrangements and joint certification processes were agreed upon to ensure sustainability and academic credibility. This collaboration aligns with Sierra Leone’s Human Capital Development agenda and positions SCN as a key factor in workforce readiness and financial empowerment.

Featured Project: Life Skills Courses in Collaboration with IPAM

A core part of our mission is empowering youth for the future. Our Digital Platform Centre (DPC) is a tangible example of this commitment. By offering free basic computer classes, we equip individuals with essential skills that improve their employment opportunities and enable them to participate in the modern economy.

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Collaborate on projects and initiatives to create a larger, more sustainable impact.

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The Impact

What Our Community Says

See what local leaders, community members, and program participants have to say about the impact of the Sustainable Communities Network.

Peter Menjor

Local Community Leader

SCN's team worked side-by-side with us, ensuring our community's voice was at the center of every decision. Their approach is truly a partnership, and it has created a sense of ownership that will make our projects last for generations.

Thomas Nyamawa

Program Participant

The Youth Entrepreneurship Programme changed my life. I had the drive, but SCN gave me the skills and mentorship to turn my idea into a real, thriving business. They believe in our potential, and that belief makes all the difference.

Francis Nylander

DPC Student

"Thanks to the Digital Platform Centre, I now have the computer skills I need to compete in the job market. It's more than just a class; it's a gateway to new opportunities and a way to build a better future for myself and my family."