Aruna Sundiful is a 48-year-old man, community member, and a NOW relative in Nianahun, a small community located in the Jaluahun Chiefdom of Kailahun District in the Eastern region of Sierra Leone. Nianahun has an estimated population of 1,620, with agriculture and mining as the primary sources of livelihood. Prior to OneVillage Partners' partnership in the community, there was a lack of unity between Aruna and his wife.

After nine years, Jill has made the decision to step down as Executive Director of One Village Partners. Read about her experience working at One Village Partners and her message for friends and supporters!

At its core, Priority Voting is about empowerment. It shifts decision-making into the hands of the people who are most affected, reinforcing community ownership and accountability. This approach is a cornerstone of One Village Partners’ work, ensuring that development isn’t imposed but rather driven by those who know their needs best.

At One Village Partners, we’ve always believed that meaningful change starts with listening. Listening to communities. Listening to context. Listening to what impact really means on the community level. Beyond the numbers and assumptions.