Our projects are currently established in the school of Matar Diop located in the city of Medina in Dakar, Senegal.Children remain out of school mostly because of financial barriers and a broken public education system. Indeed, many of them are orphans or have to provide for their necesssitous families at the detriment of their education. In other cases, children drop out of school because of a lack of academic guidance.
Education
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This project revolves around a sponsorship, tutoring and STEM sessions that are part of the after school program. sponsorship program: it is designed to increase the school enrollment of children from poor families by sponsoring their tuition and school supplies. Become a sponsor or Donate Tutoring sessions: Tutors will be readily available to help the students with their homework as well as help them identify their academic strengths and weaknesses.
“STEM for kids”: Less theory more practice. Introduce kids to the world of sciences Technology Engineering and Mathematics through fun activities that will nurture an interest for sciences, develop their critical thinking and a culture of cooperativity. This program will include computer classes, mini-labs, field trips & project design etc.
Culture
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In order for Africa to overcome its challenges, us Africans need to promote self-identity, Cultural pride and unity. It can only be achieved by breaking stereotypes and learning about our own culture as well as our neighbor's. Through the afterschool program, Sunu Askan has designed projects such as the "Sunu Africa" class which will teach the underrated story of Africa via historical documentaries, movie screenings or field trip to educational sites.
Child Development
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We strongly believe that what makes a successful student is one who is happy and has his basic needs fulfilled. Sunu Askan would like to give these children a safe environment for growth, fun and emotional support by conducting the following activities through the after school program: Wellness & Fitness: These activities are intended to provide students with the skills and knowledge to lead physically active and healthy lives. While developing physical skills in individual or group activities, students will acquire and demonstrate strong social skills, concentration skills, work habits and respect for others. We will coordinate practices and games for sports such as Soccer, Volley-ball, Basket-ball and Dance as well as mental and spiritual practices like Yoga
“Art & Craft”: This is designed for kids to showcase their creativity through painting, drawing, sewing etc.