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Can a Culture Survive When Its Young People No Longer Understand it?
Culture is one of the ways a people tell the world who they are. It lives in their languages, clothing, food, values, stories and traditions, connecting generations through a shared sense of history and belonging. Yet, as younger generations navigate an increasingly interconnected world, an important question emerges: can a culture survive when the people expected to carry it forward no longer understand it? For Sierra Leone, this question raises important considerations about identity, cultural preservation and the responsibility of passing heritage from one generation to the next. How can young people embrace the opportunities of a changing world without losing touch with the traditions that shaped their communities? And…
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Youth Mental Health: Dr Victoria Thomas on Success, Self Worth and Raising Resilient Young People
This doctor and nonprofit founder is challenging the pressure to appear successful and creating space for young people to say how they really feel. When Dr Victoria Thomas visits schools to talk about mental health, she asks questions that do not appear on an exam paper.“Do you feel like you can express yourself? Is it okay for you to cry? Is it okay to be sad?” Many students, particularly boys, tell her they do not feel it is acceptable to cry or discuss their emotions. They are learning to work hard, meet expectations and prepare for the future. But some are also learning to keep their struggles out of sight.…
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Narnia Kiddies Career Fair ‘26: Big Dreams, Bright Futures for Every Child
In a world where the future of work is evolving faster than ever, early exposure to career possibilities is no longer a luxury it is a necessity. The Kiddies Career Fair, held recently in Freetown, Sierra Leone, positioned itself as a bold response to this reality, creating a space where imagination meets opportunity and where children are encouraged to see themselves not just as learners, but as future professionals, innovators, and leaders. Unlike conventional career events that target university students or young adults, this fair deliberately focused on younger minds. The atmosphere was vibrant but purposeful: classrooms transformed into interactive booths, professionals stepping out of their formal roles to engage…
