In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School

by Nehemiah Gateway USA
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School
In Gjirokaster, Help Roma Children Stay in School

Project Report | Jul 13, 2025
Structure Beyond School

By James Leithart | Communication Director

When we speak about our work in Gjirokastër, much of the focus naturally centers on the after-school program for children. While that is undoubtedly a key component of our efforts, it’s important to make a meaningful distinction: this is far more than an after-school program in the traditional sense. It’s a safe, nurturing environment where children are encouraged to learn, grow, and feel genuinely valued.

Although the school year officially ends in early June, our team in Gjirokastër remains steadfast in their mission. Their commitment doesn’t pause when classes do - they continue their work with the same dedication, regardless of whether the children have been in school that morning. During the summer months, when formal schooling is on break, our center maintains its rhythm.

For anyone visiting the Gjirokastër center during the summer, it would be hard to tell the difference. Children still gather to share lunch, then transition into focused learning sessions. Some work diligently to reinforce concepts they struggled with during the academic year. Others pursue personal academic interests, while many engage in activities designed to retain knowledge and prevent regression over the break. After studying, they enjoy time for games and play, maintaining a healthy balance of discipline and joy.

The consistency in structure between the school year and summer months is intentional and vital. It provides children with a sense of routine, stability, and predictability - elements that are especially critical in their development.

Equally important is the alternative many of these children face when not in school: time spent on the streets, often exposed to risky situations - whether working, begging, or simply wandering unsupervised. To offer a safer, more supportive path forward, our team chooses to be present year-round, pouring their time and energy into building brighter, more sustainable futures for these young lives.

Their unwavering dedication makes a lasting impact - during the school year and well beyond.

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Nehemiah Gateway USA

Location: Boulder, CO - USA
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Project Leader:
Michelle Mann
Boulder , CO United States

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