Tag Archives: effective learning

2015 – The Numbers Are in!

Posted on June 9, 2016 by asanteafrica

After almost a decade of operations, this year we still managed to bring in new firsts. Adapting to tech innovations, becoming a more meaningful part of communities where we work, and getting organized to achieve our future goals has made it … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged 2015 Annual Report, Africa, Asante Africa Foundation, Education, effective learning, girls advancement, Global Partnership for Education, impact report, non-profit, nonprofit annual report, quality education | 8 Comments

Engaging Mothers in the Futures of Their Daughters

Posted on October 11, 2013 by asanteafrica

October 11 is International Day of the Girl Today is International Day of the Girl and at Asante Africa Foundation, we know that educating a girl takes a community. In an effort to provide sustainable and viable solutions, we believe … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged East Africa, Education, effective learning, girls education, International Day of the Girl, Kenya, scholar, Sub-saharan Africa | 1 Comment

“A Call for Teachers!”

Posted on October 6, 2013 by asanteafrica

October 5th is World Teachers Day “Teachers’ professional knowledge and skills are the most important factor for quality education. This World Teachers’ Day, we call for teachers to receive stronger training upfront and continual professional development and support…” – Irina … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged East Africa, Education, Education for All, effective learning, girls education, Kenya, scholar, Sub-saharan Africa, Teachers, World Teachers' Day | 2 Comments

Literacy: So Much More Than Letters and Numbers

Posted on September 9, 2013 by asanteafrica

Guest Post By Erna Grasz, CEO/Founder, Asante Africa Foundation In my own childhood, I was an extreme “bookworm”, particularly when my family struggled through difficult times I turned to, and found comfort in the pages of books. The magic of books … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged East Africa, Education, effective learning, Erna Grasz, International Literacy Day, Kenya, Leadership, literacy, scholar, scholarship, Sub-saharan Africa, Tanzania | Leave a comment

The Journey to Education Continues for a New Student Scholar

Posted on September 8, 2013 by asanteafrica

Tapato is one a recent new student in Asante Africa Foundation’s Scholarship program. Charming, ambitious, and beautiful she dreams of staying in school and getting an education. Tragically, a few years ago, Tapato’s father was killed by an elephant. The … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged East Africa, effective learning, girls education, International Day of the Girl, journey, journey to education, Kenya, Leadership, scholar, scholarship, school, St. Mary's, Sub-saharan Africa, Tanzania | Leave a comment

Clean Hands and Empowered Communities

Posted on August 23, 2013 by asanteafrica

Guest Post by Jenna McAnulty It’s a warm Friday afternoon, school is out, and 200 children are gathered around a plastic bucket on a rust-colored stand. This is Asante Africa Foundation Program Lead, Mary Kwena’s homemade hand washing station – … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged East Africa, Education, effective learning, empower, Global Partnership for Education, hand-washing, health, hygiene, Kenya, Leadership, Leadership Incubator, Maasai, scholar, Sub-saharan Africa | Leave a comment

Global Team Sets Course for 2020 Vision

Posted on August 16, 2013 by asanteafrica

During the first week in August, members of Asante Africa Foundation’s board of directors and staff from the United States, Kenya, and Tanzania gathered in Nairobi, Kenya for the annual strategic planning meeting. Attendees shared feedback on current challenges and … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged East Africa, Education, Education for All, effective learning, Kenya, Leadership, long-term, Michael Carter, Sub-saharan Africa, Tanzania | 2 Comments

August 12 is International Youth Day

Posted on August 12, 2013 by asanteafrica

Guest post by Karissa Tom This year’s International Youth Day highlights youth migration as a leading issue concerning the world’s largest population in history. According to a recent UN report, young people account for between 36% and 57% of international … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged East Africa, Education, effective learning, girls education, graduation, International Youth Day, Kenya, Leadership, Leadership Incubator, scholar, scholarship, Sub-saharan Africa, Tanzania | Leave a comment

From Northern California to East Africa

Posted on August 9, 2013 by asanteafrica

Currently in East Africa to see Asante Africa Foundation’s partnering schools and meet the children in the programs for the very first time, Miranda Newman shares how she went from answering a volunteer ad five years ago to East Africa. … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged East Africa, Education, Education for All, effective learning, Kenya, Leadership, long-term, Sub-saharan Africa, Tanzania, Teachers, Volunteer | 4 Comments

Mike Carter Shares Poignant Experiences from in-country

Posted on July 27, 2013 by asanteafrica

Mike Carter is on an amazing journey of personal and global impact to educate children in East Africa . His heartwarming and enthusiastic reflections are candidly captured in his blog. Below is a recent excerpt. Learn more about his campaign … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Asante Africa Foundation, East Africa, Education, effective learning, graduation, Kenya, Leadership, Leadership Incubator, Maasai, Michael Carter, Philanthropy, scholarship, Sub-saharan Africa, Tanzania | 2 Comments

June 16 is International Day of the African Child

Posted on June 14, 2013 by asanteafrica

International Day of the African Child honors the lives of young protestors who marched for equal education rights in South Africa in 1976. It is also an opportunity to highlight the continuing needs of African communities that struggle to provide safe, … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged East Africa, Education, Education for All, effective learning, girls education, International Day of the African Child, Kenya, Leadership, Leadership Incubator, scholar, Sub-saharan Africa, Tanzania | 2 Comments

How Innovative Partnerships Can Improve Access to Education

Posted on May 17, 2013 by asanteafrica

A fascinating article about how innovative partnerships and programs can significantly improve chances for all children to gain access to quality education. Read more at UNICEF and learn more about Asante Africa Foundation’s latest partnerships with Khan Academy and Population Council. … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged East Africa, Education, effective learning, girls education, Kenya, khan academy, Philanthropy, population council, scholar, Sub-saharan Africa, Tanzania | Leave a comment

Orion Strikes Again Raising Nearly $3,000 for Matonyok Primary School

Posted on March 30, 2013 by asanteafrica

Last Friday morning at Orion Alternative Elementary School, the atmosphere was buzzing with children’s excitement for Spring Break, while teachers and parents were making last minute preparations for the school’s walk – a – thon. The hallways were alive with … Continue reading →

Posted in Youth in Action | Tagged East Africa, Education, effective learning, Kenya, Philanthropy, Sub-saharan Africa | 1 Comment

Celebrating World Water Day

Posted on March 23, 2013 by asanteafrica

Did you know 85% of the world population lives in the driest half of the planet? In fact, 783 million people do not have access to clean water and nearly 2.5 billion do not have access to proper sanitation (unwater.org). … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged East Africa, Education, effective learning, Kenya, Maasai, Sub-saharan Africa, World Water Day | Leave a comment

In honor of International Women’s Day

Posted on March 8, 2013 by asanteafrica

International Women’s Day recognizes and honors women and those who have made a global impact on women’s issues. At Asante Africa Foundation, we want to honor someone close to home and our community. Asante Africa Foundation Program Associate, Mary Olusi … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged East Africa, Education, effective learning, International Women's Day, Kenya, Leadership, Sub-saharan Africa | 2 Comments