By Tracey Neale-Ferreira | Project Leader
Warm greetings from all of us!
We are delighted to share the latest updates on the progress, achievements, and daily lives of the children in our dormitory care. Thanks to your continued generosity and support, we are creating a safer, more supportive environment where vulnerable girls and boys can thrive and focus on their education.
The final term of the school year has been fantastic for our girls in the dormitory. The boarding program continues to foster a safe and supportive environment where the girls are thriving and building up their confidence.
From managing their daily chores (when you can often see the older girls helping their “little sisters”), to doing their homework, preparing for their end-term assessments, and enjoying different activities after dinner, the evenings are always full of life at the dormitory.
Solar energy
Recently, the girls’ evening routine has seen a significant improvement thanks to the installation of clean energy solar panels, which now provide reliable hot water for their evening showers. The girls are truly thrilled about this latest upgrade in the dormitory. This wonderful upgrade was made possible through the generosity of a dedicated volunteer who helped fund the purchase and installation of the solar panels. We are deeply grateful for this kindness, which has made a real difference in the girls’ daily lives. The girls are truly thrilled with this improvement and no longer need to heat water in buckets, making their evening routines easier, safer, and more comfortable.
Two boarders highlight the difference in their daily routine, where they no longer have to line up in the kitchen to get their buckets with hot water: “now the little sisters don’t have to struggle carrying their buckets, and instead, they can just enjoy showering with hot water. For the older sisters, they now have the option to shower when they arrive in the evening, or before leaving for school in the morning”.
A New Home for Our Chickens
We are also grateful to a dedicated volunteer who has helped us rebuild our chicken shed and enclose it within a secure compound to keep the chickens safe. This project has been a wonderful opportunity to involve the young children, who enthusiastically joined in by helping to paint the gate, adding their own special touch to the new space. Our boarding girls are also taking responsibility for caring for the chicks and hens, ensuring they are fed and looked after every day. Through working together, the children are learning valuable lessons in teamwork, responsibility, and caring for animals while contributing to the well-being of their community.
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Donors
We extend our gratitude to all our generous donors whose kindness and continued support make this work possible. Thanks to you, we can continue providing a safe and caring environment for vulnerable girls and boys at risk, ensuring they have a safe place to stay, nutritious meals, and the opportunity to focus on their education. Your generosity is helping these children build confidence, pursue their dreams, and look forward to a brighter future. Thank you for being an essential part of their journey.
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By TRACEY NEALE-FERREIRA | Project Leader
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