Vision
All communities in Sierra Leone sustainably manage their environments.
Climate Action Defense
A statement of intent that connects CAD’s long-term plan to its values and mission statement
Climate Action Defense
A description of its expansion, including office locations and communities it plans to target
Climate Action Defense
Information about departmental roles and responsibilities i.e. operations, marketing, finance, and growth.
Radio Discussions & Public Awareness
CAD uses radio as a key tool for community education across Sierra Leone. Our sessions provide clear, practical information on climate change, disaster preparedness, agriculture, and environmental protection. By talking to local leaders, and communities we make scientific issues understandable and relevant. Radio also helps us reach remote communities, counter misinformation, and promote early-warning messages. Through call-ins and listener participation, we answer community concerns to shape the conversation. The platform strengthens awareness, supports behavior change, and empowers citizens to take informed action to protect their communities and environment.
Irrigation & Water Management Trainin
CAD trains farmers in practical, low-cost irrigation and water-management techniques to help them adapt to erratic rainfall and dry-season challenges. Training covers soil-moisture management, drip systems, rainwater harvesting, gravity-fed channels, and efficient water use. Farmers learn through demonstrations and hands-on sessions, ensuring they can apply these methods independently. The programme also prioritizes women’s participation and works with local partners to expand climate-smart water solutions in rural areas. By strengthening water security, CAD improves crop yields, enhances resilience, and supports sustainable agricultural livelihoods.
Climate Change Education & Community Outreach
CAD’s climate education programme increases public understanding of climate risks and promotes community-level action. Through school outreach, village meetings, training workshops, and media campaigns, we simplify climate concepts and provide practical guidance on adaptation. We work with chiefs, teachers, youth, and women’s groups to ensure climate knowledge reaches everyone. Educational materials and community dialogues encourage practices like tree planting, waste management, and early-warning response. By raising awareness and promoting behavior change, CAD helps communities become more informed, resilient, and proactive in protecting their environment.
Disaster Preparedness & Volunteer Mobilization
CAD supports the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) by mobilizing and training community volunteers under the National Disaster Management Corps. Our work strengthens—not replaces—NDMA structures by improving local readiness and early response. Volunteers receive training in early-warning communication, evacuation, hazard monitoring, and basic first aid. CAD also conducts community sensitization and simulation drills to build preparedness before disasters strike. Through strong collaboration with chiefs, councils, and NDMA district offices, CAD creates a reliable grassroots network capable of reducing risk, supporting official responders, and protecting vulnerable households.
Sustainable Agriculture & Farmer Capacity Building
CAD equips farmers with climate-smart agricultural skills that improve productivity and resilience. Our training covers improved seeds, soil fertility, composting, pest management, crop rotation, mulching, and agroforestry. Using farmer field schools and demonstration plots, we combine scientific knowledge with local techniques. We also promote record-keeping, cooperative development, and market access to strengthen livelihoods. Women and youth are encouraged to participate fully. By improving farming practices and supporting resilient food systems, CAD contributes to stronger rural incomes, reduced poverty, and sustainable agriculture across Sierra Leone.
Tree Planting & Ecosystem Restoration
CAD leads community-based tree planting and ecosystem restoration to fight deforestation and land degradation. Working with schools, villages, and authorities, we plant indigenous, fruit, and timber trees suited to local landscapes. Communities receive training in nursery development, planting, and long-term care to ensure high survival rates. Our work also promotes forest protection, reduced bushfires, and sustainable land use. By restoring watersheds and degraded lands, CAD strengthens climate resilience, improves biodiversity, and supports healthier ecosystems that benefit both people and nature.
Long Range Planning & Focus Lasting Solutions with the below key elements
Climate Action Defense Key Themes
Key Themes
- 1. Disaster Risk, Reduction & Management
- 2. Irrigation and Water management
- 3. Super Seeds Feeding Families
- 4. Advocacy We will advocate for
- 5. Reforestation
- 6. Recycling Plastic and Improving Livelihoods
- 7. Health and Nutrition (SDG3):
Climate Action Defense Main Objective
The main objectives of the climate change awareness campaign are
- 1. To enhance awareness and understanding of climate change amongst citizens.
- 2. We provide information for tackling the root causes of climate change
- 3. Be joint advocates with communities and other partners for climate change
- 4. Ensure that key climate change activities are adequately resourced
- 5. Build collaborative networks with climate change actors including government of Sierra Leone, local actors and international partners