Abroad Opportunitiy
Sierra Leone Global Project
Many people around the world are waiting to know who Jesus is and what knowing Him might mean for their lives. Sierra Leone, today a predominantly Muslim nation on Africa’s west coast, is a land of lion-shaped mountains, dense rainforests, and communities full of resilience and hope. Its people have long built vibrant traditions, trade networks, and ways of life that reflect creativity, perseverance and love for their country, ‘Salone’.
Over time Europeans arrived, bringing trade, exploitation and the horrors of the transatlantic slave trade. In the late 18th century, British Abolitionists and liberated African slaves founded Freetown as the ‘Province of Freedom’. From that time onwards, Sierra Leoneans navigated complex histories of external influence while continuing to write their own story of faith, hope and perseverance.
Today, local Sierra Leonean Agapé staff and students are at work, building relationships, sharing Jesus with those around them and making disciples who will do the same. They invite you to join them for two weeks as a learner and partner. Rooted in long-term, locally led ministry, this experience offers the chance to join in with what God is already doing, sharing life, hope and conversation with students and in villages across Sierra Leone.
Expect to be stretched and transformed by a new culture with economic and life circumstances that may be very different from what you’re used to. Come and participate in God's transforming work through building deep cross-cultural friendships, sharing invitations to follow Jesus with people who are ready to accept the good news and gain firsthand experience that God's kingdom is really growing in Salone and all across the world.
For more information about this project, please contact us at: globalprojects@agape.org.uk.
Sierra Leone Global Project
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Application Process
Our application helps you and us figure out if the Sierra Leone Global Project is the right fit. We’re not looking for perfect people, so just be honest in your answers.
The application takes up to 60 minutes to complete. If you are logged in to your Google account, your form will auto save in the same browser for up to 30 days. Once you submit your application, you will receive a copy to the e-mail address that you provide.
You also must send the Reference Form to two people: one church leader and one Agapé UK staff member, or a trusted Christian friend if needed. Send this link to your references and ask them to submit them by the application deadline, 15 March.
Also, e-mail a scanned copy of your passport photo page to globalprojects@agape.org.uk .
Please submit your application and references before 15 March, and you’ll hear back within a week. The earlier you apply, the better your chance of securing a spot and the more time you give yourself to fund raise.
All project fees need to be fully paid into Agapé UK by 11 June.
Raising the funds to go
The cost of this year’s Sierra Leone Global Project is £2,050 which includes your project fees, housing, meals and travel expenses. That might sound a bit daunting, especially if you’re a student, but raising the funds is actually a faith-building and encouraging part of the experience!
We encourage everyone to build a team of partners (friends, family, churches) who support you by praying for you and giving financially towards the cost of the project. As you develop this team, you’ll often find that God provides all the resources you need; it’s really about trusting Him and making your needs known to enough people so you can connect with those He’s calling to join you. Seeing people support you in this way can be a hugely encouraging part of the journey, and it’s a chance to involve others in what God is doing through the project.
Agapé UK will provide a helpful fundraising pack full of practical tips and biblical insight, and an Agapé staff member is available to support you in person, by phone, or email. It’s best to start fundraising as soon as you receive your Acceptance Pack, which will include any specific deadlines. We require all funds to be raised before the fundraising deadline. If you raise more than you need, you can consider helping someone else on the project. If the deadline is approaching and you’re struggling, we will do our best to provide whatever encouragement or support you need to help you reach your target. Please rest assured that we handle each person’s fundraising situation individually. Just a heads-up: donations can’t be Gift Aided anymore due to government rules.
Sierra Leone Project Timeline
- 15 March – Application deadline (To secure your spot, we recommend you apply early)
- 2 April– Deposit due to the Agapé UK Hub
- 16 April – First support raising deadline
- 11 June – All finances due to Agapé UK
- 23 June – 25 June – Briefing with team in Birmingham
- 25 June – Travel together to Sierra Leone
- 9 July – Depart Sierra Leone
- 10 July – Arrive back in UK
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Booking Conditions
Agapé UK is recognised by Global Connections as operating under the Code of Best Practice in Short-Term Mission 2025 and 2026. All Global Project packages are covered by International Passenger Protection.
Agapé UK Booking Conditions Click here to access Agapé UK’s booking conditions for our Global Project packages.