Education is the bedrock of human social, economic, cultural and political development. Hence its importance to human development cannot be overemphasized. Realizing the importance of education, many parents have tried to send their children to school. However it has been as challenge for most Zambian parents to consistently pay tuition and other accompanying fees. This has led to many children being denied their right to education.
Nevertheless, PAF has trained a number of adults (parents and guardians) in various income generating activities through its various Adult Education programmes. One such group is that of women in Namayani, in the rural Chibombo district in Zambia with support from the United Church of Canada (UCC).
Women sewingThese women were trained in Tailoring and Design. These skills have enabled them to generate income for a living. They are now able to sponsor their children and dependents to school. Ten percent (10%) of the profits they make are channeled to helping orphans and vulnerable children (OVCs) in their communities.
chickensAnother group of men and women have been trained in village chicken rearing. The group rears the chickens for sale. They have used the money generated to pay for their children’s school. So far they have provided school uniforms and other school materials such as books.
Youth CapentryYouths trained by PAF in Carpentry and Joinery prepare for another day of work in their workshop in Mumbwa District. They manufacture doors, chairs, tables and beds for sale to the local community. The acquired skills have empowered them to support their families