Erasmus+ CBHE EU Funded Programme

SLEEK Project

Sierra Leone Education in Entrepreneurial Pedagogy & Skills — strengthening higher education to foster entrepreneurship and create quality jobs across the nation.

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Transformative Initiative

Building Sierra Leone's Entrepreneurial Future

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.

Through international collaboration and locally grounded action, SLEEK equips educators, institutions, and emerging entrepreneurs with the tools needed to build a thriving entrepreneurial culture in Sierra Leone.

The project connects European expertise with Sierra Leonean universities, businesses, and communities to deliver lasting impact on teaching, skills development, and employment.

Three Core Pillars

  • Empowering Youth & Women — Supporting young entrepreneurs and women business leaders through targeted education and mentorship programmes.
  • 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.

At a Glance

Project Impact

Key metrics and scope of the SLEEK project's transformative reach.

9
Partner Institutions
2024
Project Launch
3
Continents Represented
National
Impact Scope

Funded by the European Union

SLEEK is supported through Erasmus+ Capacity Building in Higher Education, enabling cross-border knowledge exchange and institutional development.

National Benefits

Benefits to Sierra Leone

The SLEEK project brings lasting benefits to education, employment, and the economy.

Enhanced Education

Strengthening entrepreneurial education across higher education institutions nationwide.

Sustainable Ecosystem

Developing a lasting entrepreneurial ecosystem that connects academia and industry.

Quality Jobs

Creating quality employment opportunities, particularly for youth and women.

Strong Partnerships

Strengthening collaboration between universities and the business sector.

Our Goals

Project Objectives

Strategic aims guiding SLEEK's work across partner institutions.

Collaboration

Project Partners

A collaborative effort between renowned institutions across Europe and Sierra Leone.

Guiding Principles

Theme & Impact

Project Theme

"Enhancing Entrepreneurship Pedagogy for Sustainable Growth and Job Creation" — guiding our efforts to transform entrepreneurship education across Sierra Leone's higher education landscape.

Enhanced Teaching Quality

Improve entrepreneurship education across all partner institutions.

Practical Skills Development

Empower graduates with job-ready entrepreneurial capabilities.

Economic Growth

Boost innovation, reduce unemployment, and support national development.

Latest Updates

SLEEK Project News

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