Susan Yeama Mansaray
(she/her)Women's Rights Campaigner and Activist
For so many women and girls experiencing abuse, the hope that someone will save them is their strength. As a child of trauma myself, we cannot always prevent violence against women and girls, but we must never relent in protecting them.
Susan Yeama Mansaray is a human rights activist, cultural consultant, a keynote speaker and an anti- female genital mutilation (FGM) campaigner from Sierra Leone. She is an active advocate for refugee rights and a passionate volunteer within local refugee support initiatives.
Dedicated to fostering a welcoming community, Susan works directly with asylum seekers and refugees, providing practical assistance, fostering friendship, and advocating for a fairer, more compassionate asylum process. Driven by a belief that seeking safety is a human right, Susan is committed to standing alongside those fleeing persecution.
Founder of Purple Rose Stockton CIC, Susan works to bridge the gap between newly arrived individuals and essential services, ensuring every person feels welcomed and supported as they start a new life. Prior to arriving in the UK, Susan was a broadcast journalist in her home country Sierra Leone, where she worked for the States own TV station.