Anthony's Run for RISE

Impact

114 village schools are complete and are now providing a place for children to learn. 7 more schools are currently under construction, incorporating a new and improved design to accommodate more classrooms and students. In each village, there are 350-500 "learners" as they are called, eager to begin their education. The Schools for Angola program can only be overseen and moved forward by local leadership. A leadership team of solid, committed people is in place in Angola. They cast the vision for the schools, oversee construction, interface with partnering churches, and manage operations in Angola.

RISE became an established NGO in Angola with physical offices in two provinces: Benguela and Huila. RISE has earned a reputation both in the U.S. and abroad as a reliable service organization that genuinely cares and makes a difference, and is known among those we serve as a trusted friend and partner bringing hope for the future through education to communities and their families.

RISE partnered with Global Connections of WIllow Creek Community Church, Kerus Global Education and the Angolan Ministry of Education to bring a training to Angola called "It Takes Courage!" which focuses on building character, making wise choices, developing healthy relationships and the prevention of AIDS. Through the implementation of three phases, 924 teachers and leaders can now teach this life skills curriculum. A team of 16 Angolan nationals has been established and certified to train others the teach the curriculum. The certified trainers conducted 4 national trainings with 381 teachers, leaders and pastors being trained. The impact is exponential.

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