Zambia is one of the countries hardest hit by the HIV&AIDS epidemic, with a current estimated national prevalence of 16% for the adult population of 15-49 years. Such a high infection rate impacts greatly on every aspect of life in Zambia particularly education. A large number of primary school dropouts and leavers are obliged to assume family responsibilities to compensate for the loss of an adult family member, resulting in prolonged poverty.

The project provides children affected by HIV/AIDS with psychosocial support during the time family is ill and with the death of their carer. The children are also given care and shelter including meals, blankets, toiletries, school buildings and the presence of teachers to care for the children. The third component of the project supplies local teachers with a small incentive to continue teaching the children.

December 2011 Update

The Jordan School building’s construction is nearing completion.

Since UnitingWorld began supporting this initiative in 2008, much support has been given to students, with a focus on orphans and vulnerable children. Over the period of the project, teaching results have been good and students have acheived positive  results in exams.

The project will continue to provide education to empower more than 350 children in the community with the skills they need to continue learning, paving the way for a more prosperous future.

Downloadable Resources:

Project Sheet