Who We Are
The Budget Advocacy Network (BAN) is a coalition of seven local and international civil society organizations committed to advancing fiscal transparency, citizen participation, and accountability in public financial management (PFM) in Sierra Leone.
Our Vision
A Sierra Leone where citizens benefit from transparent, participatory, and accountable pro-poor policies and programmes that improve their living standards.
Our Mission
To build a social movement that advocates for effective service delivery through collaboration with professional bodies, interest groups, and like-minded institutions in a transparent and accountable manner.
Our Values
We are guided by principles of accountability, transparency, integrity, collaboration, diversity, citizen empowerment, sustainability, innovation, and evidence-based advocacy.
Our Core Values
Our Member Organizations
BAN is composed of seven member organizations that share resources, undertake joint advocacy, build capacities, and promote equity and social justice in public resource management.
Network Movement for Justice and Development (NMJD)
Empowering communities for sustainable development and justice.
Christian Aid Sierra Leone
Dedicated to promoting good governance and civic participation.
Campaign for Good Governance
Empowering communities for sustainable development and justice.
Talking Drum Studio Sierra Leone (TDS-SL)
Using media to promote social change and democratic values.
ActionAid Sierra Leone (AASL)
Working against poverty and injustice worldwide.
Western Area Budget Education and Advocacy Network (WABEAN)
Focused on budget education and advocacy in Western Area.
Transparency International Sierra Leone (TISL)
International organization providing humanitarian aid and development.
Executive Committee (EC) Members
BAN's Executive Committee (EC) is responsible for oversight and governance of the Network's strategic direction. The EC is composed of representatives from the member organizations and is guided by democratic principles and consensus-building in all decision-making processes.
Marcella Samba-Sesay
Executive Committee Member
Executive Director - Campaign for Good Governance
Abu A. Brima
Executive Committee Chairman
Executive Director - Network Movement for Justice and Development
Mattia Koi Dimoh
Executive Committee Member
Country Director - Christian Aid Sierra Leone
Mohamed Konneh
Executive Committee Member
Chairman - Western Area Budget Education Advocacy Network
Foday Bassie Swaray
Executive Committee Member
Executive Director - Action Aid Sierra Leone
Alpha Kamara
Executive Committee Member
National Director - Talking Drum Studio
Edward B. Koroma
Executive Committee Member
Acting Executive Director - Transparency International Sierra Leone
Our Strategy
The 2025–2029 Strategic Plan is anchored in six priority areas that reflect national development goals and global commitments such as the SDGs and the African Union Agenda 2063. The strategy promotes inclusiveness, accountability, and sustainability in public financial systems.
Our Strategic Interventions
1. Capacity Development & Research
- Training CSOs, women's groups, media, and state actors on PFM.
- Researching tax, public debt, gender budgeting, and audit accountability.
- Creating platforms for citizen-state engagement.
2. Tax and Revenue Generation
- Advocating for simplified, progressive, and fair tax systems.
- Strengthening revenue monitoring and promoting compliance in the extractive industry.
- Supporting policy dialogues and climate finance taxation initiatives.
3. Citizens' Participation, Transparency & Accountability
- Mobilizing communities, especially women and vulnerable groups, to engage in budget processes.
- Promoting people-centered budgeting through community hearings and media campaigns.
- Monitoring procurement processes for fairness and inclusivity.
4. Gender Mainstreaming in PFM
- Supporting gender-responsive budgeting and procurement.
- Building the capacity of women entrepreneurs to access public contracts.
- Advocating for gender macroeconomic policies and inclusive legislation.
5. Audit and Public Debt Accountability
- Simplifying audit reports for public understanding.
- Tracking implementation of the Auditor General's recommendations.
- Promoting debt transparency through research, campaigns, and stakeholder engagement.
6. Organizational Development and Resource Mobilization
- Strengthening BAN's internal systems, staff capacities, and visibility.
- Expanding fundraising efforts and partnerships to ensure financial sustainability.
Our Partners
BAN thrives through collaboration with key stakeholders across government, civil society, and international development sectors.
Government & Local Partners
- Government Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs)
- Local Councils
- Parliament
- Media institutions
- Women's groups, youth networks, and other marginalized communities
International Partners
- Christian Aid
- Irish Aid
- European Union (EU)
- International Budget Partnership (IBP)
Our partnerships amplify our advocacy, deepen impact, and create a more inclusive governance ecosystem.