Globally, the quality of education that children receive is affected
to a very large degree by the supporting environment. Unfortunately,
gaining a proper education is challenging for impoverished or
underprivileged families in Africa. In many areas, specific training opportunities are limited or non-existent. Even in large cities, access to computer training is often out of reach for the average family.
A key educational metric in every society is the school dropout rate.
Our approach targets the root causes of school dropout - to help kids
stay in and finish their education.
Based on our research, observations, and user surveys, below are the
principal areas that we are strategically
and enthusiastically targeting/involved in:
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Access to essential learning materials - books, school supplies, and teaching supplies.
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Scholarships - to cover costs of school uniforms, shoes, and other school-related expenses.
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Solar lights - help kids safely study at night.
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Adolescent Sexual Health Education, teenage pregnancy prevention, and encouraging families to keep their girls in school (delay marriage).
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Providing supplemental education in areas that are in high demand - such as computer training.
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Leadership Training: This helps ensure that children and youths grow up to be model citizens. This helps instill a sense of purpose and develops forward-thinking leaders. The training helps prepare citizens who are patriotic, knowledgeable about the importance of making quality decisions, and passionate about leading their families, communities, and nations
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Mentoring support helps encourage kids to stay in school and succeed. This includes after-school educational coaching programs where students who are weak can receive the additional support that they need.