Emmanuel Nabieu, M.S. Business / Org. Psych.
Director for Mission Advancement & Partnership: Social Impact Advocate | Life Coach | Organizational Development | Strategic Leadership |Business Administration & Management | Organizational Psychologist | Author |
Nabs' Memoir
From war-torn Sierra Leone to global child advocate, Emmanuel Nabieu’s gripping memoir is a story of resilience, restoration, and purpose. Torn from his family as a child and forced to survive on the streets before entering an orphanage, Nabieu now leads efforts to reunite children with their families. This is more than a personal story—it’s a testament to the power of hope and healing. A true story of loss, love, and redemption
From child survivor to change-maker. An inspiring call to restore family and dignity for every child Nabs' New BooK:
In The Empowerment Shift, Nabs draws on personal experience and professional expertise to show how organizations, leaders, and communities can successfully transition from residential orphan care to family-based solutions. Filled with practical tools, inspiring stories, and a clear roadmap, this book is a must-read for advocates, practitioners, and anyone who believes every child deserves a family.
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My name is Emmanuel Nabieu, but most people call me Nabs. I’m from Sierra Leone—a small, beautiful, and green country in West Africa, home to friendly people from over 16 tribes living together in peace. Despite its beauty, Sierra Leone faces many challenges, including poverty, high illiteracy, and a difficult past marked by an 11-year civil war. During that war, my father was killed, and I was separated from my mother, ending up on the streets. Eventually, I was taken into an orphanage—Child Rescue Centre—where I lived for 10 years without knowing whether my mother was alive. Though I was grateful for shelter and food, I longed to be reunited with my family and community. Years later, after graduating from college, I returned to that same orphanage, this time as its director. I was determined to prevent children from growing up separated from their families, as I had. Together with my team, we traced and reunited every child in our care with their families. This success transformed our mission and led us to rename the organization as the Child Reintegration Centre, focusing not just on rescuing children, but on strengthening families and ensuring safe reunification. I believe strong families are the key to building a stronger Sierra Leone—and a brighter future for every child. 
Click HERE to watch Nabs' Full TEDx talk on "Why children shoud grow up in families and not orphanages."
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