National Youth Commission Act, 2009
An Act establishing the National Youth Commission to coordinate youth development and empowerment in Sierra Leone.
Summary
The National Youth Commission Act, 2009 establishes the National Youth Commission to lead and coordinate youth development, empowerment and participation in Sierra Leone — a priority given the large youth population and the role of youth in the conflict and recovery.
The Act provides for the Commission's establishment, composition and functions, including the development and coordination of youth policy and programmes, promoting youth employment, education, skills and participation, and mobilising resources for youth development. It provides for the Commission's governance and funding and operates alongside the National Youth Service.
Main provisions
- Establishes the National Youth Commission.
- Provides for its composition, governance and funding.
- Coordinates youth policy and development programmes.
- Promotes youth employment, education, skills and participation.
- Mobilises resources for youth development.