Aldermaston Scouts - Uganda

A project by 1st Aldermaston Scout Group

Berkshire Scouts will partner with Softpower Education a British Charity working in Uganda. The expedition to Uganda will take place at the end of July 2019 for a 3 week period and the Scouts will work on building improvement projects for schools in poor rural areas. Funds raised will also support the wages for teachers as well as sponsor children in their eduction.

Why they need our service

Project Africa is a long term international community development programme run by Berkshire Scouts to support schools, teachers and local communities help secure a good education and start in life for children in poor rural communities in Africa. Aldermaston Scouts would like to send 3 of its Scouts who have volunteered for this project to Uganda. The total cost of sending 3 Scouts is £9,000

Plan and expected results

Improvement to schools and provision of teachers in poor rural areas in Uganda through the involvment of the young people and leaders. The funds raised will continue to support schools where there are Uganda Scouts involved. The young people participating will develop their own scouting skills and develop awareness of African culture.

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£10

Will provide materials required to run 1 sections meeting and badges

£30

Pots, pans, cutlery, catering utensils, water dispensers, washing up stands

£100

Training cost for a leader to attend courses to run adventurous activities

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We need leaders and members on the exec committee to organise fundraising events and bring ideas.