By Gertrude Opira | Project Leader
Entering the New Year with gratitude - Thank you for your support
As we stand at the threshold of a new year, we want to pause and express our sincere gratitude to you.
Your generosity and trust throughout the past year have made a meaningful difference. In a time shaped by uncertainty and global challenges, your support has shown the power of solidarity and shared responsibility. Because of you, we have been able to continue working alongside communities, schools, and young people, turning commitment into lasting impact.
Together in 2025, we achieved the following:
1. Strengthened access to quality education
We enhanced educational opportunities by strengthening the Resource Centre at Archbishop Loum Primary School in Pajong. This included the installation of solar power, as well as the provision of a laptop and a three-in-one printer. These improvements are already contributing to:
Overall, this initiative is helping to expand access to quality education for both boys and girls in Pajong, while laying the foundation for inclusive and sustainable learning.
2. Amplified youth voices and leadership
Through the annual Jeremiah Lucas Opira Memorial Essay Contest, we provided a safe and inclusive platform for young people to articulate their ideas, share their perspectives, and engage meaningfully with issues affecting their lives and communities. The contest encouraged participants to think critically, research thoughtfully, and express themselves with confidence, strengthening essential skills such as analysis, communication, and problem-solving.
By focusing on themes such as gender equality, social inclusion, and social responsibility, the initiative empowered young people to reflect on societal norms, challenge harmful stereotypes, and propose positive solutions for more equitable communities. Beyond academic development, the contest fostered civic awareness and leadership, helping young participants recognize their voices as powerful tools for change and active citizenship.
2. Advanced gender equality and advocacy efforts
We continued to promote gender equality through community engagement and advocacy, including recognition through a Gender Champion nomination and active participation in the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. These efforts reflect the strength of our shared commitment to dignity, safety, and equal opportunity for all.
Partnerships that make impact possible
These achievements would not have been possible without the dedication of our partners, donors like you, alongside volunteers, local leaders, schools, and community members, working together toward a shared vision of long-term change.
As we enter the new year, we remain deeply grateful for your continued support. Your contributions go beyond funding projects; they help build opportunity, dignity, and hope for the future.
We look forward to continuing this journey together in the year ahead.
With sincere appreciation and best wishes for a healthy, peaceful, and impactful New Year!
With deep gratitude,
The JLOF Team
Project reports on GlobalGiving are posted directly to globalgiving.org by Project Leaders as they are completed, generally every 3-4 months. To protect the integrity of these documents, GlobalGiving does not alter them; therefore you may find some language or formatting issues.
If you donate to this project or have donated to this project, you can receive an email when this project posts a report. You can also subscribe for reports without donating.
Support this important cause by creating a personalized fundraising page.
Start a Fundraiser
