In May 2012, Sylvester received the HUMANITARIAN LEADERSHIP AWARD from National Organization of Sierra Leoneans in North America (NOSLINA) for his longstanding commitment and untiring efforts to helping and mentoring Sierra Leoneans
The NOSLINA Board of Directors has approved and authorized that honors, awards, and recognitions be bestowed on individuals/organizations for exemplary contributions to Sierra Leoneans in North America and in Sierra Leone.
The awards were conferred May 5, 2012, at 8:00 PM at the Loft Ballroom 9375 Washington Boulevard, Laurel, MD 20723, as part of the celebration of the 14th Anniversary of NOSLINA and the 51st Anniversary of Sierra Leone’s Independence.