A Better Life Begins With a Proper Education
At the African Literacy Foundation, literacy is essential in managing new activities, running local crop markets, administering community government, and communicating with constituents. Suppose we can succeed in uniting literacy efforts with economic development efforts. In that case, we will have a better chance of countering some of the other problems that are endemic to this world. In many ways, the sociopolitical and economic development of a nation and (or her health) is determined by the population's quality and educational attainment. The youth should be given the appropriate quality academic training and an environment that would enable them to reach their full potential.
A Solid Education is Needed
A child's access to a sound basic education assures the ability to claim and enjoy the rights of an informed and responsible citizen. A quality education that promotes children's active participation and critical thinking and is infused with the values of peace and human dignity - has the power to transform societies in a single generation. Furthermore, the fulfillment of a child's right to education offers protection from a multitude of hazards, such as domestic labor, commercial sexual exploitation or recruitment into armed conflict, and a life consigned to poverty.
It has been noted that without a formidable intellectual base, any society is unlikely to move forward. Africa, where 60% of the population is under 30, has enormous potential. However, this potential is threatened by the lack of infrastructure and adequate funding for the educational sector.
Make Education a Priority
Though all tiers of African educational institutions are in dire need, the primary education sector is the most troubled. This area is the building block of society's educational foundation. The recent statistics on primary education show that there are about 2,015 primary schools in Nigeria with no buildings of any type. Classes are held under trees. In a typical Elementary school in rural Africa, there are no desks and chairs, students lack basic school supplies, and there are never enough books. One could only imagine the quality of lectures conducted under such inhumane conditions. Our primary goal is to improve these conditions and provide adequate school supplies and tools for students and faculty.
Education is the first step in bringing meaningful change to the youth living in rural Africa.
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