In the Teso sub-region of Uganda, many children are growing
up without the chance to go to school. Most of these children come from
families struggling with poverty, while others have lost one or both parents.
For them, education is a dream they can only watch from afar. This project, led
by Children’s Light of Teso Foundation (CLTF), seeks to build a free
primary school combined with a small technical training center that will offer
both academic and practical education. The aim is to create a place where
orphans and poor children can study, learn skills, and develop confidence in
themselves.
The school will provide quality education for children who
have been left behind due to financial challenges. Many of these children stay
home or end up doing small labor jobs to help their families survive. Some are
raised by grandparents who cannot even afford school uniforms, let alone school
fees. The project’s vision is to bring hope and light back into these
children’s lives through education that is free, inclusive, and skill-based.
This school will not only focus on classroom learning but
also introduce practical training in areas like tailoring, carpentry, and
small-scale farming. Such skills will help learners become self-reliant and
break the cycle of poverty. We believe that every child, no matter their
background, has a right to learn, grow, and live a meaningful life. The Children’s
Light of Teso Foundation School will be a place of transformation — giving
orphans and poor children the opportunity to build a brighter future for
themselves and their community.
Kwania District in Uganda faces high school dropout rates due to poverty and lack of resources. Treasure Children's Charity, in collaboration with Vine Tutoring Hub, Mango Tree, and Anothen Foundation, is equipping 300 children with school supplies, meals, and hygiene essentials to ensure access to education.