Expanding economic growth for young entrepreneurs in Sierra Leone
Irregular migration that takes place outside the laws, regulations or international agreements is common in Sierra Leone. Young people are often driven to seek economic opportunities across the country or in other countries, thus exposing themselves to risks. In this context, Koji Arasawa (Japan) shares his reflections on his service as a UN Volunteer with the International Organization for Migration (IOM).
In supporting decent work and economic growth with IOM, I took the lead in youth entrepreneurship and expanded opportunities for young people's skill development. This was an important part of reducing the flow of irregular migration and improving Sierra Leone's economic development.