Kartung, Huishoudschool Sandela

Project Description 

In many regions in the Gambia, girls face significant barriers to education, particularly in lower-income households where financial constraints often dictate educational opportunities. In our community (Kartong) and its surroundings, a substantial number of girls drop out of school after completing grade 9 or grade 12 due to financial difficulties.

This proposal outlines a comprehensive vocational training program aimed at equipping underprivileged girls with practical skills in catering, pastry, housekeeping, and other relevant areas. By focusing on hands-on, marketable skills, we aim to foster self-sufficiency and empower these young women to build a better future for themselves and their communities

The dropout rate among young girls due to financial constraints has reached alarming levels, leaving many without the necessary skills to secure stable employment. These girls often find themselves trapped in cycles of poverty, with limited opportunities for personal and professional growth

Investing in vocational training for underprivileged girls is not only a moral imperative but also a strategic approach to fostering economic development and social equity. By providing these young women with practical skills, we can enhance their employability and empower them to become self-sufficient. Furthermore, equipping girls with vocational skills can lead to positive ripple effects within their families and communities, promoting gender equality and economic stability.

Korte samenvatting van de achtergrond van het project, probleemstelling en rechtvaardiging

In veel regio's in Gambia ondervinden meisjes aanzienlijke belemmeringen voor onderwijs, met name in huishoudens met een laag inkomen waar financiële beperkingen vaak bepalend zijn voor onderwijsmogelijkheden. In onze gemeenschap (Kartong) en omgeving stopt een aanzienlijk aantal meisjes met school na het afronden van klas 9 of klas 12 vanwege financiële problemen.

Dit voorstel schetst een uitgebreid beroepsopleidingsprogramma dat erop gericht is om kansarme meisjes praktische vaardigheden te bieden in catering, banketbakkerij, huishouding en andere relevante gebieden. Door ons te richten op praktische, verhandelbare vaardigheden, streven we ernaar om zelfredzaamheid te bevorderen en deze jonge vrouwen in staat te stellen een betere toekomst op te bouwen voor zichzelf en hun gemeenschappen

Het uitvalpercentage onder jonge meisjes vanwege financiële beperkingen heeft alarmerende niveaus bereikt, waardoor velen niet over de nodige vaardigheden beschikken om een ??stabiele baan te vinden. Deze meisjes raken vaak gevangen in cycli van armoede, met beperkte mogelijkheden voor persoonlijke en professionele groei

Investeren in beroepsopleidingen voor kansarme meisjes is niet alleen een morele verplichting, maar ook een strategische benadering om economische ontwikkeling en sociale gelijkheid te bevorderen. Door deze jonge vrouwen praktische vaardigheden te bieden, kunnen we hun inzetbaarheid vergroten en hen in staat stellen om zelfvoorzienend te worden. Bovendien kan het uitrusten van meisjes met beroepsvaardigheden leiden tot positieve rimpeleffecten binnen hun families en gemeenschappen, wat gendergelijkheid en economische stabiliteit bevordert

Project Title:

Vocational Skills Training Programme for Underprevileged Girls

Location

Region: West Coast Region

District/ward: Kombo South

Village: Kartong

Applicant Organization

Name of organization:  Sandele Foundation

Type of organization: NGO

Address:Kartong Village

Phone:+220 5347947

Email: foundationsandele@gmail.com

Registration status

Registered 2025/C2440

Contact person/project leader

Name: David Manneh

Position: Director

Phone: +220 3582284

Email: dmanneh9@gmail.com

Project mamagement team

Name: Alfusainey Sey

Position: Trainer

Phone: +220 3647687

Email: seyalfusainey5@gmail.com

Name: Lamin Jamba Jammeh

Position: Coordinator

Phone: +220 3340804

Email: laminjambajammeh@gmail.com

Project Partners/ stakeholders (if any)

Name of organization: Tambakuruba Lodge

Type of organization: sold proprietorship 

Address: Kartong Village

Telephone:+220 3902990

Required Budget (GMD)

Funds required from the HHF/DCD

D2,000,000.00

Counterpart contribution(GMD)

D200,000.00

Bank details (Bank in Gambia )

Ecobank Limited

ACCOUNT NAME: SANDELE FOUNDATION       

ACCOUNT NUMBER: 0040014901333801

Sector

Duration of project(in months)

How long will the project last, including starting date?

January 2026 to December 2028

Number of people expected to benefit from this project

Male:      Female: 100    Total: 100

Project Description (200 words)Brief summary of project backgrond, problem statement and justification

In many regions in the Gambia, girls face significant barriers to education, particularly in lower-income households where financial constraints often dictate educational opportunities. In our community (Kartong) and its surroundings, a substantial number of girls drop out of school after completing grade 9 or grade 12 due to financial difficulties.

This proposal outlines a comprehensive vocational training program aimed at equipping underprivileged girls with practical skills in catering, pastry, housekeeping, and other relevant areas. By focusing on hands-on, marketable skills, we aim to foster self-sufficiency and empower these young women to build a better future for themselves and their communities

The dropout rate among young girls due to financial constraints has reached alarming levels, leaving many without the necessary skills to secure stable employment. These girls often find themselves trapped in cycles of poverty, with limited opportunities for personal and professional growth

Investing in vocational training for underprivileged girls is not only a moral imperative but also a strategic approach to fostering economic development and social equity. By providing these young women with practical skills, we can enhance their employability and empower them to become self-sufficient. Furthermore, equipping girls with vocational skills can lead to positive ripple effects within their families and communities, promoting gender equality and economic stability.

Major goal

To Empower over 100 Underprivileged Girls 

Specific objectives

Empower Underprivileged Girls: Provide training to girls who have dropped out of school, enabling them to acquire practical skills for economic independence.

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Foster Personal Development: Support the personal growth of participants through workshops on life skills, financial literacy, and self-confidence
 

Enhance Employability: Equip participants with marketable skills in catering, pastry, housekeeping, and other vocational areas that are in demand in our local economy.
  
 

Promote Entrepreneurship: Encourage entrepreneurial skills among participants, enabling them to start their own small businesses in relevant fields

Expected outputs

Catering and Hospitality

Personal Development

Economic Independence

Pastry and Baking

Housekeeping and Home Management

 
Skill Acquisition

Entrepreneurship Development.

Life Skills and Personal Development

Community Impact

Project Sustainability

To ensure the long-term success and sustainability of the program, we will implement the following strategies:

Community Engagement: Involve local stakeholders, including businesses and community organizations, to foster support and collaboration.
  
Alumni Network: Create an alumni network for participants to share experiences, provide support, and mentor future cohorts.

Partnerships: Establish partnerships with local businesses for job placements and internships, ensuring participants have access to employment opportunities.

Continuous Improvement: Regularly assess and adapt the program based on participant feedback and market demands to remain relevant and effective

Implementation schedules

Activities:           Timeline:                          Responsibilities

1. Planning        1month                    Identify participants, community partners, and develop curriculum and training  

materials

2. Recruitment    1month                 Conduct outreach and    

                                                           recruit participants

3. Training                  6months         Begin vocational skills 

                                                             training

                                    6months         Conduct entrepreneurship and life skills workshops

4. Mentorship            4-6months      Pair participants with 

                                                             mentors

                                2months           Conduct regular 

                                                             mentorship meetings

5. Evaluation             6months        Assess program

                                                            outcomes and gather 

                                                             feedback

Report results and plan for future cohorts