Access To Education
Sometimes, NOVOC receives funds directly from a donor to support programs among our member organisations. This was the case with access to education. We assessed the capabilities of member organisations in this area and worked with some of them to improve access to education for OVCs.
There were two major parts to this program:
- Support to children
- Support to schools
Secondary pupils supported with uniform, fees and scholastic materials in Ntcheu by SOM
Support to children
Targeted children were OVCs of school-going age (primary or secondary). Support was provided in the form of school uniforms, tuition fees for those in secondary school and materials such as books, pens and mathematical instruments.
Primary school children provided with school uniform and scholarship materials by Save Orphans Ministry
Secondary pupils provided with uniform, fees and scholastic materials in Chitipa by Children with Hope and Destiny
The oldest former street child supported by Somebody Cares, currently enrolled and doing well in class
Support to Schools
Under this program, we renovated an existing school block to promote a better learning environment.
Kindle Orphan Ministries repaired 2 teachers’ offices and 4 classrooms with cracked walls and a torn roof at Namanda primary school. A total of 891 children attend this school.
“This school block was like the Zimbabwe ruins. Very unsafe to children and teachers. The renovation has attracted more children who had no interest in attending school. We would appreciate more of this kind of support. I wish teachers’ houses could also be renovated” said Mr. Alexander Guzako, Head Teacher of Namanda Primary School.
Renovated classroom block
The 2 trees that continue to provide classroom shelter to std 3 & 4 pupils