Projects and events completed 2

Projects and events completed 2023

Programmes in
Nepal, Brazil, Uganda, Gambia, Philippines
Myanmar, India, Nigeria, Senegal, Ethiopia, Ukraine

2023

Nigeria Nigeria – Lagos – True Hub- Skill Acquisition Scheme ; Mobile Graphic Design and Social Media Management
Nigeria – Ondo State – True Hub- Skill Acquisition Scheme ; Health and Hygiene - home manufacture of dettol, izal , liquid soap, air freshener also household cleanliness tips and advice
Nepal December, 2023 - Many thanks from A Ray of Hope, UNESCO Youth Ambassador for the Culture of Peace to the proprietors, staff, and customers of Aghalee Centra, Aghalee Pharmacy, Aghalee Building and Agricultural Supplies, and Hannons Fruit and Vegetables, Aghagallon. The generosity is overwhelming and covers the costs in entirety of this project.
The support on this occasion was used to organise awareness presentations on cyber criminality, scams and spams - that prevent the safe and enjoyable use of modern technology in secondary schools, Kathmandu, Nepal. These had been postponed from the last period due to school holidays
1. Philippines Women and children’s health and well being clinic, mental health, positive single mindedness, necessity distribution , urban gardening and household tips –
wonderful effort from all involved – our thanks to Glorecita friends and volunteers.
Nigeria : Promoting reading including medical aspects- eye tests, ointments, reading glasses and vitamins and the Optometry service and a selection of reading books
Continuing with previous successful reading and eyesight campaign 200 children in two villages both in Uhunrode local government area of Edo state. Iguogbe village and Uvbe village. Eye examinations and related for different age groups – adults and children. Our thanks to all involved
Nigeria - A class was held on how to make Fish roll and fish-pie for the students of Success Dream Academy so they can gain knowledge of how to assist their parents at home with breakfasts and we shared it for all the senior and junior students of the secondary school. We shall also make donations of face-masks and hygiene supplies
Uganda extra photographs competitions and activities day Hermitage School
Collection boxes Aghalee and Aghagallon October, 2023 - Nepal Many thanks from A Ray of Hope, UNESCO Youth Ambassador for the Culture of Peace to the proprietors, staff, and customers of Aghalee Centra, Aghalee Pharmacy, Aghalee Building and Agricultural Supplies, and Hannons Fruit and Vegetables, Aghagallon. The generosity is overwhelming and covers the costs in entirety of this project.
Your support on this occasion was used to organise two dance music cultural heritage concerts and workshops 1. Dhungkharka, a village near Kathmandu which is rich in cultural diversity and natural beauty. 2. Performed in Baneshwor College in Kathmandu. We originally intended to create awareness with the youth on cyber criminality but this had to be postponed due to examinations -
Nigeria - Preparation for Gladys’ optometry clinic ; it was found it necessary due to the demand, to repeat the exercise from last year, focusing on eye tests for children and adults , and the distribution of books and reading glasses.
Collection boxes Aghalee and Aghagallon July, 2023 - Philippines Many thanks from A Ray of Hope, UNESCO Youth Ambassador for the Culture of Peace to the proprietors, staff, and customers of Aghalee Centra, Aghalee Pharmacy, Aghalee Building and Agricultural Supplies, and Hannons Fruit and Vegetables, Aghagallon.
The generosity is overwhelming and covers the costs in entirety of this project. Your support on this occasion was used to lay on a much needed kitchen/pantry for needy families in Philippines
Assistance to Ethiopia. Due to the worsening effects of climate change in east Africa, a shortage of a water supply is becoming chronic. As a result of a water shortage our efforts to grow crops, fruit and vegetables have been hampered. We completely lost what we had planted.
We are planning to work on different options for making our hostel water supply as reliable as possible. The supply of a more sustainable and reliable water supply has been very successful to date.
Nepal-- Today at Mangal Secondary School, Kirtipur in a program on applicable drug abuse conducted in the participation of Kalpabatika Samaj Nepal,Kirtipur Community Police and Encouragement Nepal Reform Center.
About 90 students from Year 10 participated in the program. According to our community police officer they do programs on drug abuse, cyber crime, road traffic, gender violence, women safety. They think drug abuse, cyber crime and women safety are very effective and much needed
Collection boxes Aghalee and Aghagallon Project in Nepal 18th May, 2023 Many thanks from A Ray of Hope, UNESCO Youth Ambassador for the Culture of Peace to the proprietors, staff, and customers of Aghalee Centra, Aghalee Pharmacy, Aghalee Building and Agricultural Supplies, and Hannons Fruit and Vegetables, Aghagallon. On this occasion our attention changed country to Nepal.
As drug abuse is one of the serious issues among young people in Nepal, it's important to reach young people in school and make them critically aware. We are hoping that after this programme students will have enhanced knowledge about drug abuse, related laws and avoid the pitfalls associated with illegal drug use whilst disseminating their knowledge to others. This initiative also promotes police community relations and mutual respect. In total 50 students participated in the programme.
India ; Interactive session ---Deep Foundation The children loved interacting with Matt, Jesse, Stella, Bella & Pablo.
There were group discussions on the use of technology in schools, "clicker" trials, cultural exchanges and some henna tattoos too! A fun and interactive evening spent by the younger children with our wonderful guests from The Harvard Business School. Well done Sujata and Team
Astounding progress and achievements from Andrew and his teams. Myanmar and Ukraine
– grant towards a new 3 storey school in Myanmar to allow for greater independence away from the civil unrest and the control of the local authorities and assistance towards essential educational supplies in Ukraine.

Two projects in Nepal led by Rasmita and Renu 1. Bal Niketan School Banepa - continuing with last year’s successful initiative– planning to design increased daily sports/exercise regime to include carom, football basketball badminton etc. This year a greater focus on mental health and the need to aim for health happiness and a positive contribution in one’s leisure time.

2. Creating awareness of green issues and its importance to our earth also emphasis on the environment, conservation, preservation and sustainability- Using the themes for art/craft display and presentation. School is Shemrock School

Collection boxes Aghalee and Aghagallon Project in The Philippines 18^th March, 2023 Many thanks from A Ray of Hope, UNESCO Youth Ambassador for the Culture of Peace to the proprietors, staff, and customers of Aghalee Centra, Aghalee Pharmacy, Aghalee Building and Agricultural Supplies, and Hannons Fruit and Vegetables, Aghagallon.
On this occasion we again focused our assistance on the Negritos They are natives living a nomadic lifestyle who the government try to educate and feed but they remain poor. This poverty when linked to extreme weather conditions and diseases makes life extremely challenging.
We discovered that the children found it difficult if not near impossible to get to school without proper nourishment, suitable clothing and essential educational supplies with the help of our friends and special partners ASPi CDO
The Philippines this situation was rectified this morning thanks to the wonderful administration of Glorecita and the incredible generosity of spirit, empathy and integrity of Glorecita’s network and family.
India – a wonderful collection of activities organised by the dedicated and caring Sujata and team offering a new dimension to young lives and increasing awareness of opportunities.
– E vents included outing to World Book Day 2023, countryside ramble – conservation and environmental issues and building confidence “ valuing our values ”.


Extra photographs of 3 computer bundles provided to David Tyler Nursery and Primary School, Uganda
Nepal --Connecting Community Police to the community and school students. Health and safety creating awareness to community dangers. Shree Ram Secondary School Paunti

Nepal --Traditional cultural programme to create awareness promoting an interest among the students of their music, dance and cultural heritage Three performances: Place: Kalika Secondary School, Pyuthan Siddhartha Secondary School, Kathmandu

Nepal -- Arts and learning (classroom decoration) – The importance of art and learning in our lives – how does art contribute to our life styles and how does it influence us. marketing etc cultural/ heritage, art Shree Bal Adarsha Secondary School, Khopashi

Uganda David Tyler Nursery and Primary School 3 computer packages and miscellaneous photographs.
Nepal Awareness program on climate change effects on environment and related topics including actions, consequences and possible solutions Mangal School, Kirtipur

Nepal Environmental preservation and planting and learning continuing with previous year’s programme . Trees, shrubs, plants and flowers series of lessons. Panga Secondary School.

Nepal Debating competition and Stationary distribution to Developing confidence - - the importance of speaking one’s thoughts - sharing opinions etc Ajad Secondary School, Banepa

Nepal 4 rural school Educational materials e.g. wall charts and alphabet blocks etc and items to be used in the display of information, also stationery and educational expendables Details of schools
1. Shree Bhanu Primary School, Bhadrapur, 2. Shree Saraswati Bidhyamandir Primary School, Bhadrapur, 3. Shree Prithvi Primary School , 4. Shree Pashupatinath Primary School, All four schools will be provided with, Educational material/ equipment to be used by students with teachers supervision.
Our first project for A Ray of Hope for 2023 is the provision of 3 complete computer bundles for Hermitage Secondary School and Vocational Unit, Uganda, more to follow for the sister primary school and nursery.

2022 Revisited (A small selection of photographs.)