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Quality Education for all children!!

Whose job is it to educate the citizens?
 Why, then, should Shalom Namutere build a school?
These are frequent questions we get from people who are especially from other continents. Addressing disparities in education access and outcomes based on gender, socioeconomic status, and geographic location is essential to ensure all children have equal opportunities to succeed.
The government of Uganda needs to formulate policies that prioritize education and allocate sufficient funding to meet the increasing demands. There are not enough resources to give full attention. Addressing these issues requires a comprehensive, multi-faceted approach that involves substantial investment, innovative solutions, and a commitment to equity and quality.



Children in Uganda, particularly in rural areas, still lack access to quality education. Due to the growing population, the government struggles to provide quality education in remote or underserved areas. While there are schools in the community, not all provide high-quality education.
Here is why!!! Uganda has one of the youngest populations in the world. As of the latest data, approximately 77% of Uganda's population is under 30, with around 48% under 15. This youthful demographic is among the highest globally. Uganda's young population presents both opportunities and challenges. Ensuring that all children, especially those in rural and underserved areas, have access to education is a significant challenge. Efforts must be made to build schools in remote areas and to provide transportation and other support services.There is a need for schools that offer effective teaching and provide a learning environment that sets up students for success. With the evolving educational landscape in the world, the community we serve needs a school that incorporates modern teaching methods, technology, and innovation to prepare citizens who can compete globally.
Poverty remains a significant barrier in the community we serve because students cannot afford school uniforms and supplies, making it difficult to attend school. Students in this community also have to travel long distances to reach the nearest reasonable school, which can be a significant educational barrier, especially for small children.
 The need to see the children in our community get quality education motivates us to dream. It motivates us to dream of a community school providing quality holistic education for the children.We don't have to, but we must be part of bringing hope to the children we serve. Collaboration with international organizations, NGOs, and the private sector provides additional support.
Shalom Care School. 
We see ourselves as essential in bridging the gaps that exist. These gaps greatly affect the children in the community. While waiting until the government can provide quality education to the growing population is okay, we will not wait. We won't wait because we will waste a whole generation.



This week, we celebrate the International Day of the African Child, also known as the Day of the African Child (DAC). 
It has been celebrated on June 16 every year since 1991, when it was first initiated by the OAU Organisation of African Unity. It honors those who participated in the Soweto Uprising in 1976 on that day. It also raises awareness of the continuing need to improve the education provided to African children. We like to be part of improving education in our community. 

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