Safina Women's Association

Tanzania

Safina Women's Association (SAWA) is dedicated to improving the well-being of women and children by promoting inclusive education and working closely with the government to influence policies, guidelines, and legislation concerning the welfare of women and children. The program monitors its progress using assessment cards, attendance, children learning assessments, and monthly, midterm and annual tests. The program will also employ project officers, whose jobs consist of professional monitoring and evaluation of the program implementation and learning. Lessons learned and best practices will be documented to better the program. A midterm and annual evaluation will be conducted by an external agency.

Project Stage

Proof of Concept

Implementation time

1-3 years

Last update: October 05, 2023

Overview Contributors

Challenge

Young children could not attend school, leading to poor learning outcomes during their primary school education, as well as a denial of their right to education.

Description

SAWA implements satellite schools as a solution. Twelve centers were identified to receive assistance with the help of Firelight Foundation. As of early 2015, three established centers have a total of 511 children.

SDGs

Outcomes

Improved school attendance and better learning outcomes for 511 children in three established centers as well as a positive influence on education policies in Tanzania.