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Until they are old enough to care for themselves!
Computer & IT Skills Training for Uganda Orphans Project
Initial Set-up of Smaller Computer Training Program Update: Realizing that we have to wait for God's own timing in providing the full funding needed to have the Computer Project fully set up, we have decided that we should use what sources we already have. We have decided that we should set up a small Computer Skills Training Program for now, without Internet Connection, and trust in God for more funding to come in so that we can set up the project to its full potential. We are using the house in which the computers were being stored and have turned the living room into a classroom, as renting another premise would require a substantial amount of money. With funding received from OFA (Orphanages for Africa) and Mrs. Kilpatrick (Australian Volunteer James's mother), we were able to purchase 10 computer tables, that can each hold two desktop computers, and 20 chairs for the students. We also purchased a large white board and initial supplies that has enabled us to start computer training in November. We have been able to accommodate 16 students in one class, and we have classes in four sessions: Morning 9:00AM - 11:00AM, Mid Morning 11:00AM - 1:00PM, Afternoon 2:00PM - 4:00PM, and Late Afternoon 4:00PM - 6:00PM. We are very thankful for the funding from both OFA and Mrs. Kilpatrick, which enabled us to initially set up this program. We trust the Lord will provide the remaining funding so that OCA can fully set up this program. Please view the photos believe of some of the very first orphaned girls who have enrolled in the computer program. However, the project still needs the following items to complete its implementation:
Phase II of this project entails setting up a larger Computer & ICT Skills Training Program in Kampala, then will be replicated at "New Hope Children's Center" in Tororo in the second year and and then eventually at "New Life Children's Center", in Gulu, Northern Uganda, in the third year. However, it is also possible to implement these projects simultaneously when funding is available. Training Materials Needed for the Project
Project Mission Statement To nurture and raise a highly skilled and well-educated young generation of children and youth who are computer literate, morally upright, spiritually balanced, self-sustaining, and fulfilled individuals. Objectives
Goal The goal of this program is to provide computer & ICT skills and Job skill training to a minimum of 210 disadvantaged children and youth annually, at an initial quarterly intake of 70 students, per training cycle per center, whereby there would be three intakes per year, with an allowance of one month in between each training program to allow time for preparation and for the staff/volunteers to be refreshed. Future Plans After setting up this initial Basic Skill Training Program in Kampala, a similar Training program will be replicated at New Hope Children's Center, in Tororo District, Eastern Uganda, in the following year, and in the third year, at New Life Children's Center in Gulu, northern Uganda, with long term plans to cover other regions of Uganda. After running these basic level training for about two years, more advanced courses will be introduced for those who have successfully completed this basic level. These will include:
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Some of the very first Orphan Girls who have enrolled in the Computer Program In
Australia, please contact James for more information regarding the
Computer & IT Skills Training Program: James
Kilpatrick Email: jamesfkilpatrick@gmail.com
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Orphans for Christ in Africa
