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In Kano, a Group of Friends are Responding to Community Needs

Abdulaziz Bagwai

October 28, 2024 |

The Solutions Paper |

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Response Location: Nigeria, Bagwai, Kano

The Bagwai Youth Friendship Association is a community group that pools money together to support locals in need, whether it be paying school fees or providing start-up capital for a new business venture. Since 2019, the group has enrolled 35 children in school, repaired broken water pipes, renovated buildings and provided food to those in need.

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Community-Led School Brings Education and Hope to Rural Uganda

Bulmun Dakwal

October 21, 2024 |

Prime Progress |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: Uganda, Kasasa

Tat Sat Kasasa Secondary School (TaSKA) is making education more accessible, affordable and inclusive for youth in rural communities, particularly young girls. As of March, TaSKA serves 120 students, 64 of which are girls. Along with education, the school also provides meals, medical care, extracurriculars and access to financial services to create a holistic educational experience.

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For Norwegian children, access to child care that supports a joyful childhood is a right.

Jackie Mader

October 15, 2024 |

The Hechinger Report |

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Over 3000 Words

Response Location: Norway

Norway’s approach to early childcare, rooted in its Kindergarten Act, prioritizes inclusivity and the value of childhood and unstructured play, where children receive social, emotional and cognitive support. Evidence suggests long-term positive impacts, including improved academic and workforce outcomes when they reach adulthood. Investments in the country’s unique approach to childcare and kindergarten contribute to Norway's top global rankings in child well-being compared to other countries like the U.S.

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Le pass Culture, un dispositif qui prend de l'ampleur en Guyane

Catherine Lama

October 01, 2024 |

Guyane 1ère |

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Under 800 Words

Response Location: French Guiana

Le passe Culture permet aux jeunes de participer à des événements culturels et artistiques, tels que des festivals, des concerts et des expositions. L'initiative soutient également des programmes scolaires, notamment des résidences d'artistes et des salons du livre. En 2023, 9 373 jeunes ont utilisé leur passe Culture en Guyane et plus de la moitié des élèves ont bénéficié du programme lors de sorties scolaires.

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A youth summer program builds on the legacy of the Civil Rights Movement

Denisa R. Superville

August 26, 2024 |

The Seattle Times |

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Response Location: United States, Seattle, Washington

The Freedom Schools program in Seattle, which is modeled after the Civil Rights-era movement of the same name, offers summer programming designed to promote literacy skills and delve deeper into topics that may not be covered comprehensively during the school year, including Black history and civic advocacy.

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Collaborating to create more resources for rural students

Neal Morton

August 21, 2024 |

The Hechinger Report |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Durango, Colorado

The Southwest Colorado Education Collaborative pools the resources of nine rural school districts to give students better access to career and technical education, with programs focused on building trades, hospitality and tourism, health sciences, education, and the environment. The Collaborative also connects students to local businesses for job shadowing, internships, and career fairs.

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Thriving together: Community School Pioneers Sustainable Learning Model for Children With Special Needs

Rhonet Atwiine

August 16, 2024 |

Solutions Now Africa |

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Response Location: Uganda, Katende

The Wisdom Hub Nursery and Primary School enrolls students alongside those who are differently-abled, allowing them to learn in the classroom together. The combined classroom approach teaches students to embrace diversity, nurturing an inclusive educational environment where each child can thrive. The Wisdom Hub opened in 2013 and has since seen over 300 children with special needs cross into secondary school.

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For Some Wyoming Inmates, Prison Is Their Best Shot At Education

Jen Kocher

July 28, 2024 |

Cowboy State Daily |

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Response Location: United States, Wyoming

The University of Wyoming’s Pathways from Prison program uses federal Pell Grant money and private donations to fund college education for inmates. The program offers four-year degrees and aims to provide them with the skills, tools and knowledge to reenter society in a positive way. Studies show educational programs decrease recidivism rates by 14.8%, and those participating in the program say their self-worth and sense of hope have significantly increased.

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Screening program for rural Colorado students aims to catch dyslexia early

Ann Schimke

July 16, 2024 |

Chalkbeat Colorado |

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Response Location: United States, Colorado

EarlyBird, a dyslexia screening program run by the South Central Board of Cooperative Educational Services, screened about 200 children for signs of dyslexia last year to connect them with extra help in the classroom. The program is already proving to be effective in the school districts participating in it and it’s set to expand to more schools during the 2024-2025-school year.

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A Community-Driven Organisation Is Helping To Re-Staff A Government Girls' School In Kano

Abdulaziz Bagwai

July 10, 2024 |

The Solutions Paper |

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Response Location: Nigeria, Tsakuwa, Kano

Using donations and contributions from the community, the organization Tsakuwa Mu Farka was able to hire 26 new staff for its local school of roughly 800 students, bringing the number of qualified teachers from eight to 34. Tsakuwa Mu Farka helped sponsor some of these teachers' training, which made candidates more interested in accepting positions there despite its limited funding resources.

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