Basori Village (Gambia,) Children Empowerment

On behalf of Street Children Empowerment Organization for developing Country, I want to thank you for standing by us even in this moment of trying times all over the world.

All schools re-open on October 14th and 28th in the Gambia and we are happy to let you know that all our children return back to school health and sound mind with the exception of Aminata  Williams who was in the 10 th Grade at the Glory Baptist School.

On the second week of November when our team visited the school to do spot check to confirm all supporting students are in school, they were informed she had not reported. The school register was checked to confirm this. The team visited her house to find out she was pregnant.

It was an unfortunate situation as the family hid this from us during our last visit to their home before school resume. As a child of age 15, we thought we should inform the police but the family stopped us from doing that as they are in touch with the family of the man who impregnated Aminata. Also, they said the girl threatened to take her own life if the matter is reported to the police.

At present she is going through a counselling class with our team whiles we also having a family life centered discussion with the parent.

Meanwhile on march 16^th 2021 we have all the girls tested for pregnancy and other related diseases as well as the boys. They  are all doing pretty good and in good shape.

We planned resuming all field work on the 1^st September 2021.

Our food distribution during the lock down went very well  and was deeply appreciated by families and they all express their gratitude to each and everyone of you contributing to their wellbeing.

Thank you once more to every one of you who continues to stand by us especially in this time when the whole world is in need. Your support is pushing our mission forward.

Best regards

Jonathan kaitell

On behalf of Street Children Empowerment Organization for developing Country, I apologized for the delay of our report as this was due to delayed report from our team in Gambia.

 The Chief of Basori Village died 09/03/2020, so our team slow down on visitation as causes of death was unknown.

Meanwhile schools have resumed and all our children are back in school doing well.  our volunteers and staffs continue their visitations and counseling.

Also, a second wave of food distribution was done to support families during the pandemic. Photos are attached. Field activities are still on hold as we hope to resume in February 2021.

 Thank you to everyone who continues to stand by us especially in this time when the whole world is in need. Your support is pushing our mission forward.

Best regards

Jonathan kaitell

The past year was a success started well which positions us for 2020 which stated to be a year of transition as we begin to make tremendous impact in Basori Village in The Gambia.

 One of our sponsors from London visited the Gambia and regardless of her tight schedule was able to visit our office. She was very impressed with what we doing and this   was a boost to the trust and confidence we try to build among our donors,

 Unfortunately the beginning of 2020 took us unnoticed due to the Covid-19 breakout. This was unprepared for and as a new and small organization we do not have the resources to manage this while being on the field.

Meanwhile as all schools are closed and children being home, our volunteers and staffs calling on parents and guardians of all to offer advice about Covid-19, counselling and update .This is proving to be very effective as children are always available to answer our impromptu calls to check on them.

On the other hand, we have slowed down on all field activities and hope to resume immediately the pandemic is over. Our heart is with the children in the street and hope that all this will over soon when we will recommence all field work. In the meantime because of limited resources we have only been able to send rice to some of the children whose family are in desperate need.

 Thank you to everyone who continues to stand by us especially in this time when the whole world is in need. Your support is pushing our mission forward.

Best regards

Jonathan kaitell

The report is intended to give an update of progress so far in relation to the Basori project Gambia.

In December to end the year 2019 we put up a social and interactive field program for the children under our care together with those in the community. We also use that moment to share gift and clothing for their Christmas and new year celebration.

Various sporting even ranging from water bucket race, sac race soccer and so on .

The chief and the entire village were very supportive of the program and embrace our presence. Families were very active in the field to support their children which brought so much joy amongst all especially the children. All this is because of your support and concern for these children.

I have included photo of the programs for your viewing.

We are very far from reaching our target in terms of funding which is our great concern especially at this time when the community we are serving is gaining confidence and trust in the services we rendering to them. Please As a special appeal please continues to support us in reaching out to other children and enrich our empowerment project.

 As we continue our mission on the field we want to thank you all (donors’ potential donor and supporters and Global-Giving) for helping us and trust that you will be rewarded accordingly. We are grateful and happy your donations is giving hope to these children and building a healthy community.

Thank you for partnering with us as we look forward to your continued support.   

Best Regards

Jonathan Kaitell

The report is intended to give an update of progress so far in relation to the Basori project Gambia.

We apologies for the delay in our report as our team is currently engage in the provinces working with families. Report and photos will follow in our next report.

 Two pf our sponsored children were transferred from the Government school to one of our partner private schools due to their willingness to change and readiness to learn. They are doing well and the families are grateful.

We have a great concern now with one of our Past sponsored student that just completed Grade 12 with a very good result but cannot enter the university due to financial support. His name is Leo Senghore and currently at home hoping. Our fear is for him not to end up in the street doing nothing as he is very promising. We ask for your intervention in his case and look forward to him gaining admission at the Gambia University.

I have included a photos of the two girls transferred as well as the picture of Leo.

We are very far from reaching our target in terms of funding which is our great concern especially at this time when the community we are serving is gaining confidence and trust in the services we rendering to them. Please As a special appeal please continue to support us and help us reach other people and organization that will help us give these children new beginning and hope for the future.

 As we continue our mission on the field we want to thank you all (donors’ potential donors and supporters and GlobalGiving) for helping us reaching out to these children. We are grateful and happy your donations is touching lives and building a healthy community.

We continue to ask for your support to be able to meet our target as we continue to engage in making difference in communities.

Thank you for supporting SCEO and we look forward to your continued support.   

Best Regards

Jonathan Kaitell