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How is Teach For Malaysia bridging the education gap for underprivileged communities in Malaysia? From recruiting passionate teachers to being a catalyst for social mobility, Teach For Malaysia is making a difference for these underserved students in high needs area to turn their communities around for the better. Explore the incredible efforts of Teach For Malaysia in an insightful conversation with their CEO, Chan Soon Seng on how this homegrown non-profit is empowering students in underresourced schools and the challenges they face along the way. https://lnkd.in/gNy5D-fN

Taking into account that the problems of children’s education are one of the problems that are sensitive in every society, it is necessary to support both the state and NGOs to help families with social problems. The issues are defined as difficulties in the sense of schooling, even if it is not formal, to complete few are missing that some children due to the economic, financial and social situation cannot be educated in formal education, civil society, NGOs are helping all over the world in supporting children who have remained without formal education, one such positive example is the NGO Hamari Pahcha that they try to help the children for an elementary education through courses or non-formal education, normally the funds are not sufficient, so they must be requested to enable the access of children to non-formal education, this is the minimum that is required for these children, so we call for support helping them  through small donations to continue their non-formal education for a better future for these children.  

Introducing PlungeSmile’s School Staffing Solution Closing the educational disparities in disadvantaged communities has been the core focus of our mission at PlungeSmile Foundation. PlungeSmile School Staffing Solution initiative has been pivotal in addressing the critical shortage of educators in rural public #schools. In the last 5 years, we have placed 50 dedicated #educators across 8 schools, ensuring every student has access to quality #education with #sustainable salaries. Impact Highlights: - Improved Academic Performance: We've witnessed a remarkable increase in terminal class pass rates, ensuring more #students graduate with the skills they need for success. - Increased Enrollment: By bridging the educator gap, we've opened doors for more #children to access quality education, paving the way for brighter futures. - Enhanced Curriculum: Our educators are not just teaching subjects; they're enriching the learning experience with well-rounded educational opportunities. Yet, the challenge remains substantial. The shortage of educators continues to hinder educational progress in these communities. We cannot achieve sustainable change alone. We need partners—organizations, businesses, and individuals—who share our vision of educational equity and are willing to invest in the future of these children. How You Can Get Involved: - Partner with Us: Your organization can collaborate with PlungeSmile to expand our reach and support more schools and communities in need. - Volunteer Your Skills: If you're an educator or have expertise in education, consider volunteering your time and knowledge to help empower students and teachers. - Donate: Your financial contributions can directly support our initiatives, providing salaries, resources, and educational materials where they're needed most. - Spread the Word: Share our mission and impact with your network. Awareness is key to garnering support and making a lasting difference. Together, we can ensure that every child, regardless of their circumstances, receives a quality education that #empowers them to reach their full potential. Join us in making a meaningful impact today. Visit  www.plungesmile.org  or send a direct message to start a conversation. We deeply appreciate the invaluable support from Reliance Infosystems, Cloudware Africa, and Digitank Africa in ensuring our educators receive their salaries promptly. Your organization can also join us in expanding our impact to more communities. https://lnkd.in/emVU-2z4 #EducationForAll #Charity #EducationalEquity #CommunityImpact #PlungeSmile

Turning to my LinkedIn Family again, if you or your company are looking at making a long term commitment to a charity in the region. Children & Development Organisation CDO is now at a crossroads – current funding is not enough to sustain the organization. We urgently need money to continue in our present form. Unfortunately, the environment post-Covid has left us without sufficient donors. CDO will keep the school open for as long as possible, but the reality is that we have little room to move. Our recurring monthly expenses include teacher salary $180.00, director’s salary $350, tax $170, gasoline and water $60, gardener $60, electricity $100. A brief history: THE new school at Chreav, funded by generous donors, was finished shortly before COVID, but the pandemic and a change in government policy forced it to close for almost a year before Director and founder, Savoun Morn (Mom), made the decision to offer English tuition to children in the Chreav Commune. With two classes now operating five evenings a week, children are given the opportunity to learn basic English – not generally offered free in the government system – but almost a prerequisite to progress to higher education or job training. FROM July, 2010 - for almost 10 years - the NGO housed, fed and clothed, up to 25 children from Leab Chass, a desperately poor village, about 40 kilometres north of the city, giving them opportunities to break out of the cycle of poverty that besets many regions in rural Cambodia. They were provided with uniforms and materials to attend government schools, with many successfully progressing to senior high school and the workforce. CDO has ambitions to employ a full-time professional teacher who can set curriculums and bring administrative skills to the organization. Mom would also like to establish a library and employ more teacher assistants to increase the number of classes at different levels. LEAB CHASS VILLAGE: Mom continues to support the children of the village where the government school, teaching 120 students a basic Khmer curriculum, is in dire need of repair. In the rainy season, often classes have to be abandoned because the rain inundates the classrooms. Earlier this year, Mom paid for a new entry gate, with support from Frank Auffenberg, our most generous and longstanding supporter. DONATIONS: CDO exists only on generous donations and urgently needs funds to continue. OUR goals will take time and a lot effort to achieve. To this end, CDO is compiling a database to support its new website, made possible through the efforts of Rebecca Downie and her friends Rachel Teo and Matthew from No.23 Collective who designed and host the website. CDO would also like to acknowledge the generous support of Stephanie Hancock for providing a financial commitment towards teacher salaries for the past 12 months Website – https://cdofamily.com (for more information and updates about activities at the school)

Majid Al Futtaim Donates Over KES 5.9 Million to Institutions Supporting Education and Community Development #carrefour 'The funds will support education and digital learning initiatives across three community organisations, impacting over 31,400 and over 688 teachers across more than 151 schools. Carrefour Kenya champions social equity through sponsoring the 21st Standard Chartered Marathon in support of Future Makers.' Nairobi, Kenya, November 2024: Majid Al Futtaim, which owns the exclusive rights to operate Carrefour in Kenya, has donated over KES 5.9 million towards three community development institutions championing education, digital learning, and social welfare. The Roots Institute Centre in Mathare, Kangemi Resource Centre and Kenya Connect will receive KES 4 million, KES 1.2 million and KES 672 000 respectively. These donations will have a significant impact on the lives of many Kenyans with the Roots Institute Centre expected to use the funds to construct a modern kitchen to provide meals for 700 pre-primary to junior secondary students who rely on the institution for free education. Meanwhile, Kangemi Resource Centre will expand its computer centre, enhancing e-learning and digital skills services for 12,700 children, 88 teachers, and 88 schools, while Kenya Connect will utilise the funds towards equipping their library with books and other learning resources, benefiting 18,000 students and 600 teachers across 63 partner public schools.#timedigitalkenya

Why We Are Raising Funds for Stationery in South Africa Education is the foundation of a brighter future, yet many children in South Africa face challenges in accessing even the most basic tools for learning. In most schools, parents are required to purchase stationery for their children. Unfortunately, some families cannot afford these essentials, which deeply impacts the confidence and enthusiasm of learners at the start of the school year. Without the necessary tools like pens, pencils, notebooks, and rulers, children often feel excluded, unprepared, and discouraged to engage in the classroom. This lack of resources hinders their ability to start the academic year with courage and focus, leaving them at a disadvantage compared to their peers. Our Mission We aim to raise 100,000 packages of basic stationery, to donate to children across the country. By working together with schools, we will identify the learners in need and ensure they receive these essential items. This initiative is not limited to the beginning of the year; we are committed to supporting these children throughout the school year, providing additional resources each term to sustain their education journey. Through this campaign, we hope to: - Restore confidence and enthusiasm in children by equipping them with the tools they need. - Alleviate the burden on parents who are unable to afford school supplies. - Foster a sense of community by rallying individuals, organizations, and businesses to support this cause. By stepping in to assist, we are investing in the next generation of South African leaders. Let us work together to ensure that every child has the chance to learn and succeed, starting with something as simple—but vital—as stationery. This initiative is more than a donation drive; it’s a commitment to ensuring that every child has an equal opportunity to thrive in their education journey.

IT TAKES CAPACITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE Excuse me, Dear Educator. Do you know it is only someone that is well that can donate blood? Yes! No matter how passionate you are about donating your blood to help a person, if you are not healthy yourself, you can't help the matter. In the same way, it takes capacity to make a difference in the lives of your students and in the education sector and the first step to making a difference as a teacher is to first built capacity by developing yourself. In other words, you need to be empowered. It is only teachers who are EMPOWERED that can TRANSFORM education and make a DIFFERENCE in the lives of their students. And this is why a powerful and transformative Bootcamp has been put together to empower educators to be well equipped to transform education in Africa. We firmly believe that the transformation of education that we so much desire in Africa starts with the empowerment of educators and that's why we have put together and specially inviting you to be part of the Progressive Educators Bootcamp. The bootcamp is a five days of intensive training that will be held from Monday 15th to Friday 19th, April, 2024, where speakers with track record of success in the education space will empower you with valuable skills. Attendance to the bootcamp is completely FREE and you only need to register using the link below. Register now for the bootcamp now: https://bit.ly/pebreg1 Attending this bootcamp is going to be one of the best things you can do for yourself as a teacher. We can't wait to see you in the bootcamp. This is indeed an opportunity you can't afford to miss.

Over the years, PlungeSmile has remained committed to the cause of illuminating the pathway of rural #learners. We have contributed immensely in tackling major challenges facing #education in several rural places. PlungeSmile has, thus, emerged a powerful #transformative force with an indelible track record of giving glimpses of #hope to the socially-disadvantaged and empowering the less-privileged for a better future. As #schools resume tomorrow, you can join us in this mission of nurturing futures. Do this by simply keying into any of our many specially-designed #intervention programmes tailored towards providing rural learners with easy access to qualitative education. You can specifically: 📍donate financial/material resources to support us; 📍nominate a needy public school for possible intervention; 📍become one of our volunteers; and/or, 📍 simply tell others about our activities Nothing is too small or big, if it is aimed at making differences in someone's life. To get started, visit https://lnkd.in/d9EYbWNd Together, we can make our world a better place for all. #csr #motivation #inclusiveeducation #ruraldevelopment #socialnetworking #futurism #education #uno #ngo #socialmedia

250 million children are being robbed of an education simply because of where they live. In addition, 400 million children of primary school age cannot read or write. As a result, the United Nations warned that if a better way isn’t found to finance education, over 800 million young people will leave school without the skills to get a job in 2030. So we had to ask: What are the best charities for education in developing countries? 👇 https://lnkd.in/ge-Z-KAi Room to Read, Varkey Foundation, Pratham Education Foundation, Save the Children International, Pencils of Promise, Smile Foundation, Seeds of Learning, UWS, Fields of Life, KEEP CHILDREN IN SCHOOL FOUNDATION #charitysupport #education #developingcountries #educationsupport

🌍 Investing in the Future of Madagascar’s Children 🌍 Madagascar faces some daunting educational challenges: 😥 High Dropout Rates: About 50% of children in Madagascar drop out of primary school before completing the final grade (All in School, 2021). 😥 Limited Access to Secondary Education: Only 33% of children transition to lower secondary school after completing primary education (All in School, 2021). 😥 Teacher Shortages: With a student-to-teacher ratio of 40:1, quality education is hard to deliver (All in School, 2021). 😥 Low Literacy Rates: A shocking 96.73% of primary school children leave without being proficient in literacy (USAID, 2023). 😥 High Rates of Out-of-School Children: In the south, 40% of children don’t attend school at all (All in School, 2021). 😥 Underfunded Education Sector: Madagascar spends less than 3% of its GDP on education, one of the lowest rates globally (USAID, 2023). At Sekoly Kintana, we're committed to changing this narrative by providing high-quality Montessori education in Fort Dauphin. Our goal isn’t just to offer 100% scholarships—we’re building a school that can sustain itself in the long term. We believe in creating a diverse learning environment where disadvantaged students can thrive alongside peers with different educational backgrounds. Why your support matters today: Your donations will help us fund the oh, so expensive(!) but essential process of building out our educational materials, providing high-quality teacher training, and offering scholarships to those most in need. Over time, our strategic plan is to expand our impact by sharing our early literacy program with local public schools, ensuring a brighter future for even more children. Join us in this mission to transform education in Madagascar. Your contribution today is an investment in the future of an entire generation. 👉 Donate Now (The Kintana Foundation is our 501(c)3 fundraising arm and your donation will be tax-deductible! https://lnkd.in/etGgBm75 #EducationForAll #Madagascar #Montessori #SekolyKintana #InvestInTheFuture #EarlyLiteracy #SupportEducation