CIYOTA/COBURWAS @COBURWAS

Happy International Labour Day to everyone and CIYOTA staff at large! Thank you for your dedication and hard work in shaping the future of refugees. Special thanks to our sponsors, donors, and supportive parents. Together, we make a difference.

Through our community engagement program, we've shared skills and initiated a successful project: 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐭 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐬, benefiting families in IDP camps in North Kivu, DR Congo. This project will combat malnutrition and foster economic growth.

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Our secondary school rapidly grew from 135 to 541 students, thanks to all. We want to provide quality education to more refugees & disadvantaged youth by expanding our school capacity. Donate today to transform lives: donorbox.org/donate-to-ciyo…

Mr. @ntakamaze, our Executive Director, urges Senior One students to start early university preparation. Support CIYOTA today to provide 600 refugees and disadvantaged children with quality secondary education this year. Donate Now 👉 donorbox.org/donate-to-ciyo… 👈

🎓 A big salute is sent to all our students as they tackle their end-of-term 1 exams. Remember, each question is an opportunity to shine and demonstrate what you've learned. Stay focused, believe in yourselves, and conquer those exams! You are all champions in the making. 🏆📚

Amani Musabyimana, a war conflict victim in DR Congo's North Kivu, now thrives in Rusayo IDP camp thanks to CIYOTA's social entrepreneurship and leadership training. She supports her family of nine, ensures her children's education, and serves as a respected block leader.

Forced to flee war, Rachel (Bunagana, DRC) continued her training in Uganda & volunteered at our secondary school. Now, thanks to @MastercardFdn scholars program at @ExperienceUSIU, she'll pursue her dream of opening a school for the deaf! Help empower more women like Rachel.

We are thrilled to announce a primary 6 student's success at CIYOTA schools! Our primary school ranked 2nd in the Kikuube District. Your donations empower refugee children in Uganda. You can support their education journey now: donorbox.org/donate-to-ciyo…

🎉 Exciting news! Bahati, a student from our program, got accepted to the @ALAcademy's two-year residential program! 🏫 ALA aims to transform Africa by nurturing young leaders who'll tackle its challenges and drive growth. 🌍 Thanks, ALA! 🙌 #Leadership #Africa

Our school admin block's transformation is remarkable, now featuring a computer lab, library, sickbay, and offices, filling us with pride. With your support, we're enabling 600 refugees and disadvantaged youth, particularly marginalized girls, to access quality education.

Today was visitation day at our schools. Families, especially parents with children on campus, reunited and shared meals after a long time apart. It was a heartwarming day, and we thank all stakeholders, especially parents, for their visit.

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In Rusayo Camp, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), we are training leaders and fight SGBV, with over 400 reported rape cases. We also advocate for children's education rights. Help us empower, donate at donorbox.org/donate-to-ciyo… Together, we make a difference.

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During Ramadan, CIYOTA sends warm wishes for peace, joy, and prosperity to our Muslim community. Let's embrace fasting, reflection, and unity. Together, let's embody compassion and generosity, especially towards Muslim refugee students, donors and friends. Ramadan Mubarak! ✨

Our Education Manager Dusabe Claude is at the IC3 forum in Kampala, discussing the integration of counseling services in schools. This move aims to give our students a comprehensive education for success. Exciting times ahead! #EducationForum #StudentSuccess

Another milestone achieved! 🎉 Celebrating the success of our eight senior six students in Uganda. Refugees, disadvantaged youth, and orphans who aced their UACE exams! They're now joining our University Preparation program for more opportunities ahead. Congratulations champions!

🎉 Our Director, @ntakamaze , won the Gene Dewey Refugee Award by @UNRefugeeAgency ! 🏆 Support our mission to provide education for displaced youth, especially girls. Fund a classroom, teachers' housing, or sponsor a girl's education. Support us: donorbox.org/donate-to-ciyo…

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Exciting news! Our S4 first candidate class shone brightly in the UCE results, paving the way for their A-level journey. Congratulations, champions! Your hard work inspires us. Here's to your future success! 🌟🎉 #SuccessStory #UCE2023

Our new students had such an amazing experience joining our school today! It was truly inspiring to see their enthusiasm and excitement on their first day. With such a positive start, it's going to be a fantastic year!

Thanks to CIYOTA friends and donors, quality education is now a reality for refugees and disadvantaged youth. Your support has brought back smiles, energy, and confidence to our schools as they reopen today. Grateful for the positive change you've sparked. #EducationForAll

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Today, we have another reason to celebrate our impact. The 2023 PLE results in Uganda are out, and our largest class of 43 candidates excelled. As they move on to our secondary school, we can't wait to see the amazing things they'll accomplish. Congratulations, Class of 2023!