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Religious and traditional leaders have been equipped with new skills to challenge harmful social norms affecting women and girls following a three-day Mind-Heart Dialogue (MHD) Skills Training organised in collaboration with the African Council of Religious Leaders (ACRL) under the EU-UN Spotlight Initiative.
The training introduced participants to the Mind-Heart Dialogue methodology and the Journey of Change approach, providing practical tools to facilitate community discussions aimed at addressing harmful practices such as Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and child marriage.
Organisers said strengthening the capacity and influence of community leaders is essential in promoting positive social norms that protect the rights, dignity, and wellbeing of women and girls.
They noted that religious and traditional leaders play a significant role in shaping community attitudes and behaviours, positioning them as key advocates for human rights protection and inclusive development.
The initiative forms part of broader efforts under the EU-UN Spotlight Initiative to engage influential community actors in preventing violence and harmful practices while promoting safer and more equitable communities across Sierra Leone.
