Community Change Initiatives (CCI) has launched its Back-to-School Project, providing school bags and books to 50 orphaned children as part of its ongoing efforts to support vulnerable children, promote access to education and improve community wellbeing.
The initiative was designed to help ease the financial pressure on families and ensure that children from disadvantaged backgrounds have essential learning materials as they prepare for the new academic session.
CCI Back-to-School Project Supports Vulnerable Children
The programme opened with a prayer led by Professor Mamman Saleh Jamal, followed by a recitation of the Holy Qur’an by Maryam Musa.
In her welcome address, Dr. Jummai Abdullahi expressed appreciation to the dignitaries, parents, participants, partners and supporters who attended the event. She also commended their continued commitment to initiatives aimed at improving the lives and educational prospects of vulnerable children.
The event brought together government representatives, education stakeholders, community leaders, parents and other supporters of the initiative.
Dignitaries Pledge Continued Support for Beneficiaries
Goodwill messages were delivered by several dignitaries, including the Executive Secretary of Askira and a representative of the Executive Secretary of Jere.
The representative of the Executive Secretary of Jere pledged continued support for the beneficiaries beyond their primary education. According to the pledge, students who successfully complete their primary education could be considered for scholarship opportunities, providing an important pathway for them to continue their studies.
Among the other dignitaries and education stakeholders present were the Director of Self Empowerment, Director of SUBEB, Headmaster of Umar Bin Khattab Academy, Headmaster of Dapchida Primary School, as well as other community and education stakeholders.
CCI Highlights Commitment to Education and Community Development
Speaking on behalf of Community Change Initiatives, Fatima provided an overview of the organisation and its various interventions supporting orphans and other vulnerable members of society.
She highlighted CCI’s commitment to improving the welfare of disadvantaged children by creating opportunities that can strengthen their access to education and improve their overall wellbeing.
According to her, providing school bags and books is part of a broader effort to ensure that vulnerable children are not left behind because of their circumstances.
Fatima also announced that CCI’s next community intervention will focus on providing free medications to members of the community.
The planned healthcare intervention further demonstrates the organisation’s commitment to addressing the needs of vulnerable people through initiatives covering both education and healthcare.
Parents Appreciate CCI for Supporting Orphaned Children
Parents of the beneficiaries expressed their appreciation to CCI and its partners for remembering their children and providing them with essential educational materials.
They described the intervention as timely and meaningful, noting that the school bags and books would help reduce some of the financial pressure associated with preparing children for the new school year.
The parents also said the gesture would encourage the beneficiaries to take their education more seriously and remain committed to their studies.
They prayed for continued success for Community Change Initiatives and appealed for more programmes that would support orphans, vulnerable children and disadvantaged families within the community.
CCI Appreciates Partners and Supporters
The Coordinator of CCI, Mustapha, thanked the dignitaries, guests, participants, parents and supporters for accepting the invitation and contributing to the success of the Back-to-School Project.
He also expressed appreciation to everyone whose support made it possible for the organisation to provide educational materials to the 50 beneficiaries.
50 Orphans Receive School Bags and Books
The highlight of the programme was the distribution of school bags and books to 50 orphan beneficiaries.
The educational materials are expected to help the children begin the new academic session with some of the basic resources needed for learning.
Beyond the immediate distribution of school supplies, the project underscores the importance of community-based support in helping vulnerable children remain engaged in education.
CCI’s Commitment to Vulnerable Children
The CCI Back-to-School Project reflects Community Change Initiatives’ broader commitment to empowering vulnerable children, supporting access to education and contributing to the wellbeing of communities.
By combining educational support with planned healthcare interventions, CCI continues to demonstrate the importance of community-focused initiatives in addressing some of the challenges faced by disadvantaged families.
The organisation’s support for the 50 orphan beneficiaries also highlights how targeted interventions such as school bags, books, scholarships and healthcare support can make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children.
As the new academic session approaches, the beneficiaries can look forward to returning to school with new learning materials and renewed encouragement to pursue their education.
