What you should know
Sierra Leone's Constitution recognises fundamental rights and protections against discrimination, and particular laws provide additional protections in areas such as employment.
If you believe you have been treated unfairly because of a protected characteristic or status, record what happened, keep relevant documents and identify any witnesses. The legal test and available remedy depend on the setting and the ground of discrimination involved.
A4A can assess the circumstances and advise on the appropriate complaint, court or referral route.
Legal rights and available remedies depend on the facts of each situation. Contact A4A if you need advice about how the law applies to you.
When to seek help
If you are unsure how the law applies to your circumstances, if your rights may have been infringed, or if you have been arrested, detained, threatened or placed at immediate risk, seek legal assistance.
Legal reference points
- Constitution of Sierra Leone, 1991
- Employment Act, 2023
- Other applicable equality protections
For Sierra Leone legislation, judgments and other primary legal materials, use an authoritative source such as SierraLII. The legislation that applies to an individual matter may change or depend on the facts.
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