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Describe white-sand beaches, swaying palms, turquoise lagoons and seafood worth travelling miles for it is unlikely Sierra Leone would be the first country that would come to mind. For many the brutal war that disturbed the peaceful nation until 2002 is the first association with this now incredibly peaceful nation. Fondly nicknamed Sweet Salone by the locals Sierra Leone is no longer a land of bloodshed, machete wielding children or unrest but instead people are working slowly and steadily towards creating a better future. This radical ten year turnaround is impressive and compliments a country that is vibrant, exquisitely picturesque and is gearing itself up to become a tourist destination.
This photograph gallery contains images from two areas of Salone. The first is the Sella Chiefdom in the north of the country. Kamakwie is a market town where women have formed a cooperative where small loans are used to set up market businesses and the interest earnt by the group enables other women to attend school or adult literacy lessons. The second location is the stunning River No.2 (that really is its name!) where another cooperative formed during the war and set up a tourist resort which benefits the local lagoon community.
Learn more about: Laura Cook
I believe in the power of storytelling. The finest stories are the ones that are real; authentic stories of hope, life, loss and love. I am a photographer because I genuinely believe that an image can speak a thousand words and that by sharing stories we can move others into action. I have experience working for international NGOS and this has given me a lot of insight into the kind of stories the public respond well to. I am also deeply motivated by my faith and personal ethics and have confidence in a generation of photographers that can portray people’s…
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