WHO WE ARE
The Sierra Leone Nationals Association of Manitoba (SALNAM) is a black led organization that is located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. The organization thrived to assist its members across Manitoba to integrated into the Canadian society and help to preserve our culture and heritage.
WHAT WE DO
SALNAM achieves this goal through the delivery of community-based support services including complementary services to its members. At present our community has an estimated population of between 700 and 800 people.
OUR MISSION
SALNAM’s goals and mandates is to facilitate the integration and upward social and economic mobility of its members in the mainstream of Canadian society.
GET INVOLVED
We are open to new membership and always open to meeting new Sierra Leoneans around Manitoba. For more information’s, please contact us at [email protected]
WHO WE ARE
The Sierra Leone Nationals Association of Manitoba (SALNAM) is a black led organization that is located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. The organization thrived to assist its members across Manitoba to integrated into the Canadian society and help to preserve our culture and heritage.
WHAT WE DO
SALNAM achieves this goal through the delivery of community-based support services including complementary services to its members. At present our community has an estimated population of between 700 and 800 people.
OUR MISSION
SALNAM’s goals and mandates is to facilitate the integration and upward social and economic mobility of its members in the mainstream of Canadian society.
GET INVOLVED
We are open to new membership and always open to meeting new Sierra Leoneans around Manitoba. For more information’s, please contact us at [email protected]
The executive Team
Our dedicated team is at the heart of our non-profit, non-political organization, working tirelessly to promote the rich cultural heritage of Sierra Leoneans living in Manitoba and to assist our members in seamlessly integrating into Canadian society.
Membership
As a valued member of SALNAM, you are at the heart of our non-profit, non-political organization. We are dedicated to promoting the rich cultural heritage of Sierra Leoneans living in Manitoba and helping our members integrate seamlessly into Canadian society.
Volunteer
Contact us to explore volunteer opportunities and be part of this remarkable journey with SALNAM. Together, we can achieve more.
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SALNAM was Founded on August 11, 1980. in Winnipeg, Manitoba
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The Sierra Leone Nationals Association of Manitoba (SALNAM)
What It Is
Our Impact
How It Works
The Sierra Leone Nationals Association of Manitoba (SALNAM) is a Black-led, nonprofit organization founded in 1980 by Sierra Leonean newcomers in Winnipeg.
SALNAM builds community through cultural preservation, newcomer support, and empowerment programs. We provide a welcoming space for Sierra Leoneans to connect, celebrate their heritage, and thrive in Canada.
We offer youth leadership development, training for single mothers, and advocacy for new immigrants. By addressing both cultural and practical needs, SALNAM helps community members integrate into Canadian society while ensuring Sierra Leonean traditions remain visible and valued across generations.
Community Building is Our Goal
What Make Us Different
We Educate
SALNAM prides itself with educating its members and other communities that Sierra Leone culture is one of the richest cultures in Africa and that we are open to all and willing to learn from all walks of life.
We Help
SALNAM helps organize community cultural events, year-round events, and day-to-day activities for all Sierra Leoneans and helps lobby for new members.
We Build
SALNAM thrives to build a strong SALNAM community that is vibrant and free of tribalism and
segregation.
We Donate
SALNAM prides itself on service to its community members and other communities by volunteering with other black-led organizations while also connecting with other organizations in Winnipeg and around Manitoba.
We Need Your Help
Your support matters, and together, we can achieve remarkable results.
Support Our Mission
Your generous contribution can help us continue our vital work in preserving Sierra Leonean cultural heritage and aiding our members in their integration into Canadian society. Every donation, no matter the size, fuels our efforts and empowers us to make a difference in the lives of our community members. Join us in building a stronger and more connected Sierra Leonean community in Manitoba.
Members are encouraged to send their $10.00 monthly dues through SALNAM direct deposit e-transfer email at [email protected]
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