Our Vision
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We give children the chance to lead a self-determined life

We want to create a world where every child has the opportunity to dream, grow, and succeed. Education, gender equality, and community development are key to achieving this goal.

Zambia is one of the 10 poorest countries in the world, and approximately 45% of the population are children between the ages of 0 and 14. This high proportion of children, combined with extreme poverty and a serious HIV problem, significantly complicates access to education. The HIV/AIDS problem leads to many children becoming orphans. Without parents to support and encourage them, these children often face insurmountable challenges. Many of them have no opportunity to attend school or receive training, which severely limits their chances of leading independent lives. This is where we come in and pave the way for children to have a future worth living.

Challenges in the education sector

An Overview:

  • Teacher Shortage: Many schools do not have enough teachers to meet demand. This problem can often be solved simply by providing teachers' houses, as many schools are located in remote hinterland areas and can only be reached via poor roads or paths.
  • Poor Facilities: Schools in Zambia are often poorly equipped. Basic teaching materials such as books, notebooks, and writing utensils are missing.
  • Broken School Buildings: Many school buildings are in a dilapidated condition. Roofs are leaking, windows and doors are missing, and there is often no furniture.
  • Lack of School Buildings: In rural areas, there are often no school buildings at all. Classes take place outdoors or in makeshift huts.
  • Hunger: Hungry children learn poorly. School kitchens can help here. Some children travel the many kilometers to school only because they can get a meal there.

These challenges highlight the urgent need to improve the educational situation in Zambia. And this is where we can help. We take a holistic approach to schools and decide on-site, together with the teachers and the parent committee, which measures are appropriate and which have priority.

Das können folgende Maßnahmen sein:

  • Schulgebäude sanieren (Dächer, Türen, Fenster)
  • Lehrerhäuser errichten lassen
  • Schulbänke, Tafeln und Schulmaterialien bereitstellen
  • Sanitäranlagen errichten oder sanieren
  • Schulgärten & Schulküche etablieren

Langfristig sollen Schulprojekte abgeschlossen werden und sich selbst weiter verwalten.

Adult education is also of great importance

Adult education is just as important as children's education, as it directly contributes to improving living conditions and stabilizing communities. Many adults in Zambia have never completed school, are illiterate, and remain trapped in a cycle of poverty. This is what adult education brings:

  • Vocational qualifications: Adult education enables the acquisition of vocational qualifications and increases employability.
  • Life skills: Courses in financial education, health awareness, and social skills help adults improve their quality of life.
  • Role model function: Educated adults can serve as role models for the younger generation and promote the value of education in the community.
  • Economic development: Well-educated adults contribute to the economic development of their communities, which in turn improves living conditions for everyone.

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