Our programmes respond to some of the challenges faced by disadvantaged children, girls and young people in our communities. We focus on education, essential school resources, girls' empowerment and practical agricultural skills.
For families struggling financially, school fees can become one of the biggest barriers to a child's education. School a Child Initiative helps disadvantaged children access education through school fee assistance and scholarships. Our goal is to help children remain in school and continue developing the knowledge and skills they need for their future.
Being enrolled in school is only part of the journey. Children also need the basic materials required to participate confidently in school. We support children with items including:
Girls can face additional barriers that affect their ability to continue their education. School a Child Initiative places particular emphasis on disadvantaged girls and supports their educational needs. One area of support is providing sanitary towels, helping address a practical need that can affect girls' participation in school.
Girls can face additional barriers that affect their ability to continue their education. School a Child Initiative places particular emphasis on disadvantaged girls and supports their educational needs. One area of support is providing sanitary towels, helping address a practical need that can affect girls' participation in school.
When girls have access to education, they can gain knowledge, confidence and opportunities that can benefit not only themselves but also their families and communities.
Our work extends beyond supporting children in school. School a Child Initiative also equips young people with practical agricultural skills that can help them explore productive livelihood opportunities. Training areas include:
Practical skills and knowledge around passion fruit production.
Practical knowledge around opportunities within coffee farming.
Practical skills that can be applied to vegetable production.
Practical knowledge and skills related to piggery.
Agriculture provides young people with practical knowledge they can apply within their communities.
School a Child Initiative recognises that community development requires collaboration. Our approach brings together people with different skills, experiences and resources around a shared goal. We value teamwork, clear communication, defined responsibilities, trust, respect, flexibility and continuous learning. The organisation's supplied teamwork framework specifically highlights shared vision, collaboration, diverse perspectives, communication, trust, defined roles, adaptability and celebrating successes.
