by Abigail Conteh | jan 28, 2026 | Sweet Salone
We kicked off 2026 with excitement, gratitude, and pride as Sweet Salone returned to Paris for our third showcase at the Maison & Objet Exhibition.From January 15th to 19th, 2026, we had the honor of once again presenting our unique collaboration of Sierra Leonean...
by Abigail Conteh | jan 15, 2026 | Lettie Stuart Pottery Center, Sweet Salone
Lettie Stuart Pottery Centre in Sierra Leone has recently acquired their first brand-new electric potters wheel. The centre, which has been operating using manual kickwheels since their inception, purchased the wheel using funds earned from their own pottery sales....
by Abigail Conteh | jan 14, 2026 | Aurora Impact
We are proud to announce that Fatmata Barrie and Hasatu Bah have begun an exciting journey at the University of Iceland as part of the GRO GEST postgraduate program, sponsored by the Government of Iceland. Over the next five months, they will explore gender equality...
by Abigail Conteh | jan 13, 2026 | Aurora Impact
On 12 January 2026, the Aurora Foundation team gathered at Aurora House for our Annual Staff Retreat, a refreshing and meaningful day dedicated to reflection, connection, and renewed energy as we step into the year ahead.The retreat provided us with an opportunity to...
by Abigail Conteh | jan 8, 2026 | Aurora Impact
On 8 January 2026, Aurora Foundation was honoured to receive the Impact Partner Award of Appreciation from Girls in STEM Initiative Sierra Leone, in recognition of our outstanding partnership and continued commitment to supporting girls in STEM. This award reflects a...
