Public Notice
To the General Public and Our Implementing Partners:
Caritas Freetown wishes to express our deepest sympathy to all affected by the recent accident involving a driver from Caritas National.
We understand the distress caused by the resulting property damage and disruption of electricity in your community.
It is important to clarify that Caritas Freetown and Caritas Sierra Leone National are separate entities, each with its own leadership and operations, though both are part of the wider Caritas network serving the people of Sierra Leone.
The driver involved in this incident was employed by Caritas National, not Caritas Freetown.As the Executive Director of Caritas Freetown, I have received numerous calls from concerned citizens and partners. I want to assure you that the actions of the Caritas National driver do not reflect the values or policies of the Caritas Family, nor do they represent the standards upheld by Caritas National.
Both organizations are committed to the highest principles of responsibility and care as Catholic humanitarian institutions.We are aware of the concerns and discussions circulating on social media regarding our reputation.
While we share in your frustration and disappointment, we respectfully ask that neither Caritas Freetown nor our sister organization, Caritas National, be judged solely on the basis of this isolated incident.
The Caritas Family has a longstanding reputation for timely and compassionate humanitarian intervention, and we remain committed to serving the people of Sierra Leone with integrity.
Disclaimer:
Caritas Freetown is not responsible for the actions of the Caritas National driver involved in this incident. However, we have promptly informed Caritas National and its Board to address any damages or losses resulting from this event.
Caritas National is actively investigating the matter and is committed to cooperating fully with local authorities and affected parties to make amends.
We assure the public and our development partners that Caritas National is a responsible and responsive organization.
They are taking immediate steps to support those affected and to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Your continued trust is of utmost importance to us as we work together to restore services and uphold the mission of Caritas in Sierra Leone.
Thank you for your patience and support.
Fr. Peter Konteh
Executive Director Caritas Freetown
