We are very grateful to our funders, LandAid and SEGRO plc who have supported this employability training. The REACH Supported Internship Programme The REACH Supported Internship Programme (SIP) is a one-year preparation programme in Great Britain for students with learning disabilities. Learners must have an EHCP (Education Health and Care Plan), be aged between 16–24, and in their final… Read more »
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The role of housing in educational opportunities Music credit ‘Once Again’ by BenSound: https://www.bensound.com Education is the route out of poverty for many children. It gives them a chance to gain the knowledge and skills needed to improve their lives. the sad reality for many living in poverty is that education has to be pushed… Read more »
Read moreImproving Hygiene in Schools
Characterized by rapid urbanization and its rapidly growing economy, Ethiopia is increasingly being seen as a country of great hope. However, despite this promising future, there is still much work that needs to be done. An estimated 73% of the population do not have access to safe drinking water and 90% lack proper sanitation facilities.… Read more »
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Relative vs Absolute Poverty
What is Poverty? In simple terms, poverty is not having enough money or access to resources to enjoy a decent standard of living; be that the lack of access to healthcare, education or water and sanitation facilities etc. Historically, poverty in the UK was defined as either primary and secondary in studies by Seebhom Rowntree… Read more »
Read moreUrban Poverty in Bangladesh: New Homes, Dignity & Education
The Debborma family and 20 others will now find new hope in a healthier, happier community thanks to new homes built by local workers and volunteers to help tackle extreme urban poverty in Bangladesh. Living hand to mouth with no income security, Panjoboti Debborma worked as a fruit vendor and the little money he made for his family, went on… Read more »
Read morePoverty and Education in East Africa: Breaking the Cycle
The impact of poverty on education in East Africa remains one of the biggest challenges, combined with huge structural issues such as the lack (if not absence) of employment opportunities for school and university graduates. That is one of the reasons why we focus on building affordable quality homes. This not only improves the health of entire… Read more »
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