The crucial role the field epidemiology training program played in preparedness and response to the COVID-19 pandemic in Sierra Leone, January 2020 to August 2022

The graduates and trainees reportedly played critical roles in key response pillars across the country in the preparedness and response phase of the COVID-19 pandemic. These gains should be maintained and scaled up to build a strong and resilient public health workforce in Sierra Leone, which is crucial for preparedness and response to future outbreaks.