About
Education For All
Welcome to the website of the NGO “Education For All” in Sierra Leone.
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We are proud to share the work we have been doing since 2004 in rural villages in Sierra Leone. Education plays a pivotal role in the development of these rural villages, offering a foundation for sustainable growth and empowerment. Education is the seed of transformation. It is the cornerstone upon which the aspirations of the village rest, a beacon of hope that promises a brighter future.
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Education is more than just literacy; it’s a drive for change, providing the tools for individuals to shape their destiny and, in turn, the destiny of their village. It’s a legacy that will echo through generations, fostering a world where every child, regardless of their birthplace, has the opportunity to reach for the stars.
Thank you for your interest and support .
I will be happy to answer your questions or to provide you with further information .
Martine Coppens
Founding President of “Education For All/ Pour Tous”.
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Our aim
is to provide access to quality education for all children, regardless of their gender or socio-economic background.
We understand
that educating children also involves providing them with basic necessities such as food, water, and healthcare. Therefore, we work towards providing holistic development opportunities to them.Â
We believe
that education is the key to unlocking the potential of every child, and we are committed to making that a reality for the children of Sierra Leone.
Meet the Team
Founding President
Martine Coppens
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Former teacher and coordinator of Languages of the International School of Geneva.
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Vice-President
Duff Gyr
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Former Principal of the Primary School of the International School
of Geneva.
Pedagogical trainer
Dunja Chamberlain
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Former Deputy Principal of the Middle School of the International School of Geneva.
Secretary
Marcia Banks
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Former Deputy Principal of the Primary School of the International School of Geneva.
Member
Mark Grace
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IT Director of the Foundation of
the International School of Geneva.
Treasurer
Mark Shaw
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Local Partner
Victoria Nicol
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Project coordinator of
Education For All in Sierra Leone.
Committee Member
Dr. Jutta Reinhard-Rupp
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Global Health Consultant
"We believe that education is the key to unlocking the potential of every child, and we are committed to making that a reality for the children of Sierra Leone."
OUR PARTNERS
In 2023, we will install hand washing stations and drinking stations in Malimba thanks to Serve4good.
Fotis sponsors 15 secondary students of our villages until the end of their Secondary School.
Capital Group supported the infrastructure and educational programs of our NGO
Geneva Management Group financed a part of the 4th school building in Masantigie
Parker financed the new school building in Malimba and provided school supplies
Thanks to our partnership with Reboot2kids, we have been able to improve the sanitary situation.We have created hand washing and drinking stations for the children of the school in Masantigie.
The City of Lancy Financed the laterines in Malimbaand provided 25 tablets
The City of Geneva supports the projects of “Education For All”. The City of Geneva financed the construction of a new building of the Primary School and a Community Hall in Masantgie as well as the consrtuction of a new Primary School in Malimba.
Africa Learning International (ALI) is an NGO dedicated to developing and providing innovative and impactful teacher professional development on the African continent. It provides professional development to teachers in disadvantaged urban or rural areas of Sierra Leone and works closely together with “Education For All” in Sierra Leone.
The City of Meyrin financed the furniture of the first building in Malimba
The Commune de Bellevue financed a part of the new school building in Malimba
The Commune de Carouge also financed a part of the new school building in Malimba
We generate revenues through sales organised by the CAS students of the International school of Geneva and by the sponsored walks organised by the Primary School “Les Marronniers”.
UNWG financed the solar panels in Masantigie and supported the project of empowering women through education.
This Swiss foundation financed the technology project and provided 25 tablets
Rotary Oostende Ter Streep
Financed the furniture for the new school building in Malimba and paid for part of the renovation of the Masantigie building. They also sponsor 4 university students
Soroptomist Belgium financed the activities and workshops for women
SIG financed the school garden project in Malimba
The City of Plan les Ouates
financed the vocational center in Masantigie