Liam & Michelle DeKeyser
by Liam DeKeyser
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Michelle DeKeyser and her son, Liam DeKeyser, age 13, are gearing up for a life-changing volunteer trip to Moshi, Tanzania. As part of the "Health | Hope | Higher Aspirations" initiative, they will be directly involved in educational and empowerment activities in local schools. Their mission is to aid in providing training on health and environmental sustainability, and to support the distribution of hygiene kits. This experience is not only a chance for them to contribute positively to the community but also a valuable educational opportunity for Liam, allowing him to learn, interact, and grow in an international setting. Their participation underscores a shared commitment to making a tangible difference in the lives of Tanzanian youth.
Event: Joining The Speak Feed Lead Project and the Nguzo Women and Youth Foundation for the "Health | Hope | Higher Aspirations" mission in Moshi, Tanzania.
Dates: July 29 - August 9, 2024.
Objective: To empower Tanzanian youth by addressing:
Educational Dropout Rates: Tackling stigma around menstruation that leads to high dropout rates among girls.
Limited Opportunities: Addressing the lack of educational and engagement opportunities that foster violence and reduced community interaction.
Activities:
Participating in training sessions on health and environmental sustainability.
Distributing hygiene kits and supporting vocational training initiatives.
Impact: This trip is a unique opportunity for us to make a direct contribution to a vital cause, offering educational and cultural experiences that extend beyond our everyday lives.
Fundraising Description
Purpose: Raising funds for travel and lodging to participate in the "Health | Hope | Higher Aspirations" initiative in Moshi, Tanzania.
Need for Support:
Travel Expenses: Covering airline travel and local transportation.
Accommodation: Lodging expenses during our stay.
Impact of Donations: Contributions will:
Enable our active particip
Support our humanitarian efforts in Tanzania July - August 2024
Listen to members of our team talking about it!
In collaboration with the Nguzo Women and Youth Foundation, led by Aikande Robert Nkya and her team,
The Speak Feed Lead Project is committed to empowering youth through diverse educational, health, and sports programs
in our 2024 mission called Health | Hope | Higher Aspirations. Twenty five volunteers will be traveling to Tanzania July 29 – August 9, 2024.
Listen to one young man in Tanzania "If I was brave enough to speak..."
Our
endeavor seeks to address and put into place solutions for the following
challenges:
· High dropout rates in schools exacerbated by the stigmatization surrounding adolescent girls' menstruation cycles
and widespread isolation in Tanzania
· Increased violence among students, limited opportunities for higher education, and decreased community engagement
which creates lack of training, programs, and support.
Our
initiative aims to achieve the following objectives:
· Strengthen and enhance current training of health, environment, and sports/games clubs in 20 primary/secondary schools
in the Kilimanjaro region, facilitating effective
engagement with students on health and environmental sustainability.
· Education of 5000 primary and secondary school adolescent girls and boys on sexual reproductive health, life skills, and anti-bullying tools
through in-school
programs, alongside vocational and entrepreneurship training through youth
clubs and young women groups.
· Support for the creation and distribution of hygiene kits for adolescent girls in and out of schools in the Kilimanjaro Region,
including enhancement of existing
sweater weaving businesses to provide school uniforms.
· Construction/renovation of the Nguzo Hub Building with Office Outlet and other premises,
supporting the
foundation's operational needs and community impact.
· Assistance to Tanzanian youth in developing their signature talks based on personal experiences, with recordings featured
in a documentary showcasing our philanthropic mission and sponsors' support.
The transcript of youth speeches will be added into the current #1 international best-selling book
The Parenting Owner’s Manual to gain additional attention and support for ongoing missions.
Our volunteer team comprises philanthropic professionals spanning various fields, including healthcare, education,
entrepreneurship, and youth development, eager to serve as peer educator champions for Tanzanian youth and communities.
There is a significant investment required for this endeavor and we are seeking sponsorship/support
for various aspects, including but not limited to:
1. Airline
travel for volunteers to Kilimanjaro International Airport.
2. Lodging
arrangements for volunteers during their stay.
3.
Coordination with local authorities, including visa requirements and
communication with migration offices.
4. Production
of printed and promotional materials.
5. Provision
of sports equipment, hygiene kits, and essential supplies for distribution.
6.
Contribution of sewing machines, fabric, and notions to support local
initiatives.
7. Supply of branded clothing and equipment for our team members.
We are committed to expanding our network of donors and sponsors who share our dedication
to youth empowerment and community development, offering multiple
sponsorship opportunities for interested parties.
Here’s to our
future - helping the youth of Tanzania
Jackie Bailey
Founder & Executive Director
The Speak Feed Lead Project
Tanzania 2024 | Health | Hope | Higher Aspirations