n 2019, Isanja village mobilized local resources to create a learning space since government schools were too distant. What began as a center for the SomaSoma program grew into the Isanja Community Nursery and Primary School, now sustained by parents and local structures through school feeding. Today, most young children in the village access education close to home—a testament to community resilience and sustainability.
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We implemented the Soma!!!Soma!!! School Readiness Program in Isanja, enrolling 600 out-of-school children with 95% transitioning to formal education. Now over 2,000 children now attend school regularly, proving the power of community-led education.
Soma!!Soma!!! Parents’ Committee Chairperson,
Isanja
I thank Soma!!!Soma!!! supporters for their continued support and the best service that was brought to our community. The number of children loitering in the community was reduced and they have been shaped morally. The workshops have prepared many of us to become responsible parents, and the parents’ committee was able to also get a chance to be taught English. The children used to gather under trees to study. But now Soma!!!Soma!!! built a learning centre where our children learn from.
Soma!!!Soma!!! Parent
When Soma!!!Soma!!! enrolled children and taught them for a few hours a day, the children loved the program. When the first batch of Soma!!!Soma!!! children joined formal schools, we were excited and the way the children were supported with uniforms, books, and other school necessities made us as parents see the importance of Soma!!!Soma!!!. The orphans were supported, and workshops were conducted to help the parents and prepare them to understand the importance of formal education. During the lockdown, Soma!!!Soma!!! instructors helped the families of the children by training them how to observe COVID-19 preventive measures and went ahead to engage learners at household levels.
Soma!!!Soma!!! Child
My name is Ampere Shalome. I am 13 and in Primary 6 at Misyera Primary School. I joined Soma!!!Soma!!! Readiness Program in September 2019 in the first group. The program changed my life. It helped me love school and believe in education. They gave me a t-shirt, supplies, and paid my school fees. I learned my rights and how to relate with others. Even after moving schools, they supported me. I ask Now and Tomorrow Uganda to keep helping me reach my dreams.
Soma!!!Soma!!! Community instructor
My journey with Now and Tomorrow Uganda changed my life. I gained skills like public speaking, planning, and decision-making, which helped me get a job and become a Community Coordinator. As a married person, Now and Tomorrow Uganda supported me to return to school, where I finished with 11 points. As Isanja Coordinator, I’ve seen peace grow through Soma!!!Soma!!! workshops. Now and Tomorrow Uganda also taught me leadership and teamwork. Isanja Community School now gives children, including mine, access to education close to home.
Community Leader
In 2017, our children walked long distances to school, affecting their attendance and learning. We came together and built a three-room school to bring education closer. In 2018, Eric visited with Mukamba from Base Camp Sangano to distribute books. After seeing our school, Eric decided instead to start a program for children under six who had missed early education. This program changed our community by giving young children a chance to learn and grow. We are very thankful for Eric’s support and its impact.
Soma!!!Soma!!! Community instructor
My journey with Now and Tomorrow Uganda changed my life. I gained skills like public speaking, planning, and decision-making, which helped me get a job and become a Community Coordinator. As a married person, N&TU supported me to return to school, where I finished with 11 points. As Isanja Coordinator, I’ve seen peace grow through Soma!!! Soma!!! workshops. N&TU also taught me leadership and teamwork. Isanja Community School now gives children, including mine, access to education close to home.
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