Educate 130 Children of Rape Victims in DR Congo

The students, teachers, school officials, and parents are all thrilled that the fourth year of this program is now under way - we hope you are too. We have a lot to be thankful for. Because of you and your donations:

• The children have been integrated into classrooms with the pre-existing school communities. They are feeling like worthy human beings rather than outcast, stigmatized offspring of rape.
• Due to unexpected funding, we have been able to supply a new set of uniforms, notebooks, math kits (where necessary), and pens to all our students. The old uniforms were worn out and, in some cases, could no longer be worn.
• After-school tutoring provides an extra level of instruction for the children in the program.

As the photos show, as the school year kicked off, the Congolese Radio (RTNC) was on hand to conduct interviews with parents, teachers, principals, and students, each of whom expressed gratitude for the program. Students held up signs expressing gratitude to you, the GlobalGiving donors. The impact of GlobalGiving is felt in the hearts and minds of everyone in the community!

Thank you all! Remember that school fees and tutoring fees must be paid every month for the kids' education to continue.

October 15 is GlobalGiving's next bonus day starting at 9 AM EST. All donations up to $1000 will be matched at 30% while funds last, so if you are inspired to donate and can remember, please give as close to that time as possible. Otherwise, if you're in danger of forgetting, give whenever the spirit moves you!