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Transformative Initiative

The SLEEK project is a transformative initiative under the Erasmus+ Capacity Building in Higher Education (CBHE) programme, designed to strengthen Sierra Leone's capacity to foster entrepreneurship education and create quality jobs.

Empowering Youth & Women

Supporting young entrepreneurs and women business leaders through targeted education and mentorship programs

Academic-Business Partnerships

Building strong connections between educational institutions and the business community for practical learning

Sustainable Economic Growth

Driving long-term economic development through entrepreneurship education and job creation initiatives

Project Impact

Key metrics and scope of the SLEEK project's transformative impact

8+
Partner Institutions
2024
Project Launch
Erasmus+
Funded Programme
National
Impact Scope

Benefits to Sierra Leone

The SLEEK project brings tremendous benefits to Sierra Leone

Enhanced Education

Strengthening entrepreneurial education across higher education institutions

Sustainable Ecosystem

Developing a sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystem

Quality Jobs

Creating quality jobs, particularly for youth and women

Strong Partnerships

Strengthening academia-business sector collaboration

Project Objectives

Comprehensive Curriculum

Develop a comprehensive entrepreneurship curriculum for Sierra Leonean educators to enhance teaching quality and effectiveness.

Entrepreneurship Academy

Establish an Entrepreneurship Academy to provide cutting-edge training for educators and integrate the business sector into education.

Youth & Women Empowerment

Support youth and women entrepreneurs by enhancing their business skills and promoting employability in the job market.

Project Partners

A collaborative effort between renowned institutions

University of Alicante

Coordinator, Spain

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Oulun Yliopisto

Finland

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Innovation (SL) Limited

Sierra Leone

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FH Joanneum Gesellschaft MBH

Austria

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University of Sierra Leone (USL/IPAM)

Sierra Leone

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University of Management and Technology (UNIMTECH)

Sierra Leone

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University of Makeni (UNIMAK)

Sierra Leone

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Milton Margai Technical University (MMTU)

Sierra Leone

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United Methodist Church University

Sierra Leone (Observing Partner)

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Theme

"Enhancing Entrepreneurship Pedagogy for Sustainable Growth and Job Creation"

This theme guides our efforts to transform entrepreneurship education across Sierra Leone's higher education landscape.

Impact

  • Enhanced Teaching Quality

    Improve entrepreneurship education across all institutions

  • Practical Skills Development

    Empower graduates with job-ready capabilities

  • Economic Growth

    Boost innovation and reduce unemployment

SLEEK Project News

Stay updated with the latest developments and achievements from the SLEEK project