Edoovillage #2803 - Tanzania, Arusha: BUILDERS OF FUTURE AFRICA BFA
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Builders of Future Africa (BFA) is committed to establishing a community library in the Lemanyata ward of Arumeru district, Tanzania. Our goal is to create a learning hub and a safe space for the 460 underprivileged children and youths in the community, fostering education, character development, and talent cultivation.
Goals:
1. Enhance Educational Opportunities: Provide access to books, digital resources, and ICT facilities to improve academic performance and literacy rates.
2. Empower Girls and Women: Educate and protect girls from unethical behaviors and early pregnancies, and support teen mothers in returning to school.
3. Promote STEM/ICT Education: Foster interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics among 168 boys and girls.
4. Develop Life Skills: Offer programs in storytelling, cinema, and soft skills training to cultivate essential life skills and character development.
Use of Laptops: The laptops provided by Labdoo will be integral to our ICT programs, which include:
• Computer literacy classes for children and youths.
• Online research and educational resources.
• STEM/ICT workshops and activities.
• Digital storytelling and e-learning sessions.
• Administrative tasks and program management.
Teachers and Pupils:
• We currently have 8 volunteer educators dedicated to this project, with plans to recruit more as the project expands.
• The project aims to serve 460 pupils initially, with the potential to reach more as community involvement grows.
Teacher Training Plan:
• Our educators will undergo ICT training workshops led by experienced volunteers and local IT professionals.
• We will partner with educational organizations to provide continuous professional development.
• Regular training sessions will ensure that our teachers are equipped with the latest educational technologies and teaching methods.
Maintenance of Laptops:
• A dedicated IT team will be responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the laptops.
• We will establish a Community Library Committee to oversee the responsible use of the equipment.
• Regular maintenance checks and a troubleshooting protocol will be in place to address any technical issues promptly.
• We will seek partnerships with local businesses for technical support and spare parts.
Date it was last updated: 01/12/24