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Preparations for the SMW 2026–2027 program began in February with both facility improvements and participant enrollment processes aimed at ensuring a successful start to the new training cycle.

Following the completion of the previous SMW program, several renovation and maintenance works were undertaken to enhance the training and residential facilities for incoming trainees and their families. These improvements included refurbishing the training center, repairing damaged flooring, and replacing worn-out windows and mosquito nets in the family houses. Together, these upgrades have created a safer, more comfortable, and more conducive environment for learning and family living.

At the same time, the participant selection process commenced with an initial group of eight candidates from the Dwabeng and Bosomtwe Districts in the Ashanti Region. After enrollment and interviews, five candidates were shortlisted based on merit and suitability, with three successfully completing the mandatory medical screening required for participation in the program.

Due to current budget constraints, this year’s training will focus on hair braiding and hairdressing, which were also the preferred vocational choices of all three participants. Training sessions are scheduled to officially begin on May 15 following the relocation of participating families to the project site. All three families, including three mothers and eleven children, have successfully relocated and are gradually integrating into the Children’s Village community.

We appreciate the continued support and commitment of staff, partners, and supporters whose contributions have made these preparations possible, and we look forward to a successful SMW 2026–2027 program.

Let the egg hunt begin! 🐣

As we celebrate this joyful season, we wish you an Easter filled with happiness, hope, and renewal. Thank you for being such an important part of our journey and for helping us make a meaningful difference.

A huge thank you to everyone who has supported our new classroom project so far. We are making great progress, but we still need your help to reach our goal!

Every donation on betterplace.org brings us one step closer to opening the doors for our students. Whether it’s a small gift or sharing our link, your support means the world to us. Support Our Classroom on Betterplace

As we celebrate this festive season, we want to thank you for your continued support. Your involvement means the world to us and encourages us to keep going.
Our fundraising campaign for our school project on betterplace.org is still ongoing, and every contribution helps us make a real difference for our students.
We wish you a joyful Christmas and a wonderful start to the New Year. Afehyia pa! 🎄

For over a decade, our community school in Old Adwampong has been a place where children learn, connect, and discover new opportunities. As our student community grows, we hope to create additional open, well-ventilated classrooms that offer the space and calm every child needs. If you’d like to support this next step, we warmly invite you to visit our betterplace.org campaign to learn more.

Every contribution — sharing, reading, or donating — helps us move a little closer to making it real.

At Old Adwampong Community School(OAC School), we continue to focus strongly on English and Mathematics in line with Ghana’s national curriculum. Mid-term assessments and teacher workshops have been introduced to improve classroom delivery and strengthen student outcomes.

But learning isn’t just about textbooks; it’s about discovery, creativity, and experience.! Our volunteer Amina has launched a creative pilot project where children explore everyday places — the market, kitchen, hospital, and home — through fun role-play sessions. These activities build vocabulary, improve reading and writing, and boost confidence in using English in real-life situations.The idea alone has already brought smiles and excitement! Costumes are being prepared, materials organized — and the journey has just begun. Stay tuned for our first creative learning updates soon!

Exciting progress! Our water storage tank renovation is moving ahead. After removing the old metal stand and concrete base, we’ve completed all six concrete pillars, now drying for four weeks before the tank platform is built. Once finished, the new system will provide reliable and clean water, boost irrigation for our vegetable farm and support a more sustainable, self-sufficient community.

Every phase — from plumbing works to installing a new ladder — is being carefully carried out to ensure long-term benefits for the children and the farm.

New Adventures in Senior High

We are proud to share that 3 of kids have successfully passed the Basic Education Exam and are now enrolled and have settled in their boarding schools!
We equipped them with everything they need — mattresses, clothes, books, and school supplies — as they begin this exciting chapter. It’s their first time living away from the Children’s Village, and we look forward to hearing about their adventures after 2.5 months.

This marks a huge milestone in their education and a big step toward their bright futures!

Despite limited rainfall and no irrigation system, this year’s vegetable harvest has exceeded expectations! We’ve been growing garden eggs and okra — staples in our kitchen — and the harvest is still ongoing. Hard work and dedication truly pay off! Your support makes all of this possible..

We are thrilled to share that, after just three months in the program, all of the new children and their mothers have smoothly integrated into their new environment and are flourishing in their new homes! The majority of the children have enrolled in our school, where they have already formed meaningful friendships and are excelling academically.

For the young mothers, our hands-on training programs (SMW) are providing invaluable opportunities for personal growth and development. Our trainers are deeply attuned to their individual needs, offering customized support that helps them efficiently and effectively acquire essential skills.

Additionally, we are proud to announce that our solar system has undergone a significant upgrade. It now generates enough energy to power both the village and the training center, ensuring long-term sustainability and efficiency.

As the holiday season unfolds, we’re filled with gratitude and joy reflecting on the year’s progress.

Preparations for Christmas are well underway, our team has worked hard to bring cheer to the children. We’ve been busy purchasing clothes and shoes as gifts for the kids, as well as organizing a special family trip to the lake Bosomtwe to create lasting memories together.
At school, the children completed their end-of-term exams, which wrapped up on December 20, 2024. It’s been a year of growth and achievement, and we’re proud of all they’ve accomplished.
Looking ahead, we’re excited to start another session of the SMW (Sunday Morning Woman) training in January 2025.
This program will focus on empowering women through skills training, and similar to this year in hair braiding, nail art, and sewing, helping them gain practical and sustainable skills to support their families.

In addition, we’ve been diligently working on renovations and general maintenance at the Children’s Village to ensure that every home remains safe, comfortable, and welcoming.
As we reflect on this year, we want to extend our deepest thanks for your unwavering support.
Your generous donations and encouragement make all our programs and efforts possible, and we are truly grateful. Wishing you a joyful holiday season filled with peace, love, and warmth.
Sending heartfelt greetings from Ghana Afehyia pa! (Merry Christmas)