Although most #SierraLeonean American births now occur in hospitals, the delivery of a child traditionally took place far from men, and the mother would be assisted by the women of the Sande society

Because of its long colonial association with Britain, Sierra Leone's official language is #English, and most #SierraLeonean Americans speak it as a first or second language.

Although most #SierraLeonean American births now occur in hospitals, the delivery of a child traditionally took place far from men, and the mother would be assisted by the women of the Sande society

Because of its long colonial association with Britain, Sierra Leone's official language is #English, and most #SierraLeonean Americans speak it as a first or second language.

There are #SierraLeonean communities in the Boston and Los Angeles metropolitan areas, and in New Jersey, Florida, Pennsylvania, New York, Texas, and Ohio.

The largest site is the Sierra Leone Web. Since a 1989 visit by then-President Momoh to the Sea Islands, there has been a marked increase in interest among the Gullah in their #SierraLeonean roots.

There are #SierraLeonean communities in the Boston and Los Angeles metropolitan areas, and in New Jersey, Florida, Pennsylvania, New York, Texas, and Ohio.

Although most #SierraLeonean American births now occur in hospitals, the delivery of a child traditionally took place far from men, and the mother would be assisted by the women of the Sande society

Although most #SierraLeonean American births now occur in hospitals, the delivery of a child traditionally took place far from men, and the mother would be assisted by the women of the Sande society

Before the outbreak of the civil war, #SierraLeonean Americans returned often to their homeland and were welcomed as long-lost relatives.

Although most #SierraLeonean American births now occur in hospitals, the delivery of a child traditionally took place far from men, and the mother would be assisted by the women of the Sande society

4 #SierraLeonean artists are reported to have submitted their works for consideration at the upcoming 68th #GRAMMYs:

#Queennak — “With You” feat. Fynface
#Emmerson — “Holy Water”
#KaoDenero — “Heroes” Album
#KingBossLa — “Back To Sender”.
#grammy #bahdlex #salonemusic #music

of Queen Elizabeth II and British Colonial Secretary Iain Macleod in negotiations for independence held in London. On the conclusion of talks in London on 4 May 1960, the United Kingdom agreed to grant Sierra Leone independence on 27 April 1961. #sierraleonean #africa #westafrica #diaspora