Namuwongo, Uganda
Ongoing
Local Partner: Hope for Children &
Chance for Childhood
Why is the project needed?
In Namuwongo, many children face significant barriers to education, including limited access to electricity and reading materials. Without the ability to study after dark, children struggle to keep up with their learning, and many families are unaware of the importance of supporting literacy at home. Literacy and Lights fills these gaps by providing both the resources and educational opportunities that children need to thrive. The project not only equips children with essential literacy skills but also educates parents on how to support their children’s learning.
About the Project
The project focuses on organising literacy classes for out-of-school children and running homework clubs for those attending school. It also provides solar-powered reading lamps to enable children to study after dark and sets up a mobile library to give children access to a variety of books and reading materials.
Goals and Objectives
Provide Informal Education:
Organise and conduct literacy classes for out-of-school children aged 3-12 years.
Run homework clubs to help school-going children with their studies while accommodating their daily routines.
Enable Learning After Dark:
Distribute solar-powered reading lamps to households without reliable electricity, allowing children to study and read at home after dark.
Increase Access to Books:
Develop a mobile and creative library to give children access to a variety of books and reading materials, fostering a love for reading.
Engage Parents in Literacy Support:
Organise workshops to educate parents on the importance of literacy and how they can support their children’s learning at home.
Our impact so far
226 children have already been reached with informal educational opportunities, including literacy classes and homework clubs.
121 children have been provided with solar-powered reading lamps, allowing them to continue learning after dark.
The project is building a foundation for increased literacy and improved educational outcomes for children in the Namuwongo settlement.
The project will continue to reach more children, working toward the goal of supporting 700 children over three years. By distributing more solar lights, expanding access to the mobile library, and engaging parents, the project will help ensure that children in Namuwongo have the resources and opportunities they need to succeed in their education.