In a heartwarming effort to bridge the education gap in underserved areas, the non-profit organization The Rural Child, and its German partner, Carsten Kreemer, distributed over 15 school bags and essential learning materials to students in remote villages in Kombo East and Central Districts.
The presentation ceremony, held yesterday at Mandinaba, aimed to equip children with tools to succeed academically despite challenges like limited access to resources and long commutes to schools.
The event was spearheaded by The Rural Child, a grassroots initiative founded in 2018 to support rural education, community development, health, and human rights. Volunteers, including educators and community leaders, handed out backpacks filled with notebooks, pencils, erasers, and textbooks tailored to the regional curriculum.
“These supplies aren’t just items; they’re a lifeline for kids who might otherwise fall behind,” said Alhagie Jassey, the organization’s Secretary. “Many of these students walk miles to school, and without basic materials, learning becomes a struggle.”
Mr Jassey said in their pursuit of providing a brighter future for rural children, the organisation has a standard of “leaving no child behind,” saying they have extended their support to children and women as far as Kunting, Bara, and Duwasu.
Beneficiaries of this package included children from families in Mandinaba, Kuloro, Tubakuta Serrekundanding, and Busura, where economic hardships often prioritise survival over schooling.
Lamin Y Dampha, the organisation’s education officer, said it is their hope that the package will be a catalyst for improving education performance among rural students.
He assured beneficiaries and rural communities that The Rural Child will continue to provide such opportunities to students to make their educational journey fulfilling and inspiring.
Biram Bah, the organisation’s advocacy officer, said their programmes have brought impactful results to students and improved learning performance. “One of our most successful and life-changing activities is the career mentorship for students,” he said.
Maimuna Camara, sister of one of the recipients, 9-year-old Kemo Camara, shared her excitement, saying now Kemo can carry his books safely and focus on studying instead of worrying about losing them.
“We thank all those who made this possible — your kindness has brought joy and motivation to many young hearts. These school bags are more than just a gift; they are symbols of hope, encouragement, and belief in our future.”
The Rural Child plans to expand similar programs to other rural communities in the coming years. Beneficiaries praised the effort, noting it aligns with national goals to reduce dropout rates in rural Gambia.
As the ceremony concluded with a success story by Isatou Tamba, who had passed through the organisation’s mentorship program and is now a certified community health nurse, her story underscored the power of community-driven change in transforming lives.
The Rural Child Boosts Education with School Supplies for Rural Students
In a heartwarming effort to bridge the education gap in underserved areas, the non-profit organization The Rural Child, and its German partner, Carsten Kreemer, distributed over 15 school bags and essential learning materials to students in remote villages in Kombo East and Central Districts.
The presentation ceremony, held yesterday at Mandinaba, aimed to equip children with tools to succeed academically despite challenges like limited access to resources and long commutes to schools.
The event was spearheaded by The Rural Child, a grassroots initiative founded in 2018 to support rural education, community development, health, and human rights. Volunteers, including educators and community leaders, handed out backpacks filled with notebooks, pencils, erasers, and textbooks tailored to the regional curriculum.
“These supplies aren’t just items; they’re a lifeline for kids who might otherwise fall behind,” said Alhagie Jassey, the organization’s Secretary. “Many of these students walk miles to school, and without basic materials, learning becomes a struggle.”
Mr Jassey said in their pursuit of providing a brighter future for rural children, the organisation has a standard of “leaving no child behind,” saying they have extended their support to children and women as far as Kunting, Bara, and Duwasu.
Beneficiaries of this package included children from families in Mandinaba, Kuloro, Tubakuta Serrekundanding, and Busura, where economic hardships often prioritise survival over schooling.
Lamin Y Dampha, the organisation’s education officer, said they hope that the package will be a catalyst for improving education performance among rural students.
He assured beneficiaries and rural communities that The Rural Child will continue to provide such opportunities to students to make their educational journey fulfilling and inspiring.
Biram Bah, the organisation’s advocacy officer, said their programmes have brought impactful results to students and improved learning
performance. “One of our most successful and life-changing activities is the career mentorship for students,” he said.
Maimuna Camara, sister of one of the recipients, 9-year-old Kemo Camara, shared her excitement, saying now Kemo can carry his books safely and focus on studying instead of worrying about losing them.
“We thank all those who made this possible — your kindness has brought joy and motivation to many young hearts. These school bags are more than just a gift; they are symbols of hope, encouragement, and belief in our future.”
The Rural Child plans to expand similar programs to other rural communities in the coming years. Beneficiaries praised the effort, noting it aligns with national goals to reduce dropout rates in rural Gambia.
As the ceremony concluded with a success story by Isatou Tamba, who had passed through the organisation’s mentorship program and is now a certified community health nurse, her story underscored the power of community-driven change in transforming lives.
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