Without the resources of this project, the community school maintained by PAAJAF since 2007 will close its doors, leaving children exposed to a harsh reality where around 60% of children are victims of sexually exploitation or are subject to child labor at the age of 7 years old. PAAJAF Community School has a enormous impact on this children's life, giving them a unique chance in a region where 30% of low income kids has no access to primary school.
Compared to people with no education, those with primary education attract 16 per cent higher wages, completing junior secondary raises real wages by 56 per cent. In Greater Accra, the ratio of population to government schools is 2,626:1 (source: Learning World Development Report). PAAJAF School gives a real chance to those kids to access the minimum education level and consequently better job opportunities an a better life.
PAAJAFs CEO and Co-founder Philip K. Appiah passed away. Phillip was the main driver of the project and was actively dedicated to fundraising initiatives. USD 4000 will help to maintain PAAJAF School open and running for the next 4 months, while the foundation members and volunteers to execute all administrative procedures without impacting childrens support
PAAJAF's long term objective is to have a permanent school and community center, the rented buildings are our only option at the moment. Our programs strive to provide quality education for the children in Ghana, to improve their health and social conditions, increased self-esteem, and increase their sense of belonging within the communities. A safe and welcoming place for our children is the best way to start this journey.
