MALAWI
Malawi is one of the least developed countries in the world, 90% of the population lives in rural areas. There are an estimated 13 million people living in Malawi, with 14% of the population believed to be infected with HIV/AIDS. Less than 20% of the population achieves a Primary School Leaving Certificate. Therefore improving education access in rural areas is our primary goal.
Some additional facts about education in Malawi:
63% of the population is illiterate,
Average adult has 3 years of schooling,
Average teacher-student ratio is 1 teacher for every 64 students,
Only 3% of the population attain a secondary education,
Only 1% of the population goes on to university education
There are as many as 2,000 children living on the streets of Blantyre alone. As street children they are left to fight for basic needs, such as food and clothing. While there are some charitable organizations in Malawi which work to house street children and provide basic education, their resources only allow the children to attend public schools. A public school education means large classes with limited or no resources such as lunches and school supplies.
Agape Scholars International advocates a private school education for street children. In a private school the class sizes are considerably smaller, the students get a full school day, and they have access to more resources and supplies to aid improved learning. We believe that a private school education is transformational for street children because it provides accelerated learning opportunities and restoration of self esteem. Agape Scholars International also advocates early access to English and Information Technology education in rural areas. This will be accomplished through establishing kindergarten classes and after school programs in partnership with local churches.
Some additional facts about education in Malawi:
63% of the population is illiterate,
Average adult has 3 years of schooling,
Average teacher-student ratio is 1 teacher for every 64 students,
Only 3% of the population attain a secondary education,
Only 1% of the population goes on to university education
There are as many as 2,000 children living on the streets of Blantyre alone. As street children they are left to fight for basic needs, such as food and clothing. While there are some charitable organizations in Malawi which work to house street children and provide basic education, their resources only allow the children to attend public schools. A public school education means large classes with limited or no resources such as lunches and school supplies.
Agape Scholars International advocates a private school education for street children. In a private school the class sizes are considerably smaller, the students get a full school day, and they have access to more resources and supplies to aid improved learning. We believe that a private school education is transformational for street children because it provides accelerated learning opportunities and restoration of self esteem. Agape Scholars International also advocates early access to English and Information Technology education in rural areas. This will be accomplished through establishing kindergarten classes and after school programs in partnership with local churches.
A charity that educates and feeds orphans in Malawi