Welcome to our newsletter with updates the past month from projects covering education, health, agriculture & environment, and integrated community development. 

“Improving the Quality of Education in Angola,” a project financed by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) in partnership with the Ministry of Education of Angola launched this month. Implemented by ADPP, the project is the third phase of the partnership. With a proven track record in strengthening teachers' capacity, the partnership is now concentrating on improving access to quality education for vulnerable people in 21 municipalities in the provinces of Cuanza Norte, Malanje and Uíge. Click on the link to watch the launch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MrfeIEN-z9s

In the development towards sustainable energy solutions, Teacher Training School ADPP Bié proudly announced the opening of its renovated solar energy system on 28 June 2023. The installation of the solar energy system is a significant step towards a greener future. The school is reducing its reliance on traditional energy sources and embracing a more sustainable approach for the benefit of all.

The STEM project focuses on enhancing the quality of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education in schools. Together with the Ministry of Education, we have developed a series of six STEM manuals, designed for trainers and teachers, more sets of which were distributed in June. The manuals provide guidance in theoretical and practical STEM education methodology in mathematics, physics, chemistry, and cross-cutting topics for primary and lower secondary education. Each STEM Education Teacher’s Manual - Practical Activities contains 20 sessions.

Being non-judgmental and non-discriminatory is the best way to support vulnerable groups. That is precisely our approach at the Community HIV/AIDS and Tuberculosis project in Benguela and Cuanza Sul. In June, as throughout the year, our focus has been on all of the multiple key components aimed at addressing different aspects of HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis.

Rural communities live from and with nature. They suffer in the face of adverse environmental change, yet they can also be guardians of the environment. On World Environment Day on 5 June, we celebrated the initiatives that are bringing about positive change among these communities, initiatives that help them protect natural resources, mitigate and adapt to the effects of climate change and build resilience. A greater understanding of sustainable practices and the importance of environmental conservation comes from knowledge and the development of relevant skills.

Together, we can build a greener, healthier, and more sustainable planet for all. Happy World Environment Day!

For the first time in the community's history, smallholder farmers harvested sweet potatoes, and not just one but three varieties. CODESPA Angola and ADPP Angola helped bring this about, with irrigation systems and technical support as part of the FRESAN Program, an initiative of the Government of Angola financed by the European Union in Angola via Camões, I.P.

"It's the first time we've harvested sweet potatoes in our lives. We think it will be a very important food to help us reduce hunger in our children. We have been learning about storage and about propagation so we can keep cultivating this crop, and we are planning on expanding production," said Tchanpevingue Tchandjifa, Vice President of Farmer Field School Ngatulime Pala Tuvike in Kanunu.

Women Farmers’ Club Cuanza Sul project leader Albino Simoondubo went to the recently created Kanieneguelele Farmer Field School in Benguela this month. Over two days, he met with FFS members, and shared experiences with them about training, model fields, sustainable farming practices, seed banks, crop storage and much more. Before leaving, he passed on recommendations.

The construction of the first dam in Katoho is reaching its final stages, bringing newfound hope for improved water resources. With the success of this project, the community eagerly looks forward to starting the second dam next week, led by our dedicated team of eight young brigade members. The dams help reduce runoff, store water, and replenish aquifers.

The community of Tcholofeu in Cunene will soon be enjoying readily accessible water. The FRESAN technician visited in June to monitor activities and check results.

A wide variety of activities took place at the Communities in Action for Peace and Inclusion (CAPI) project in the rural municipalities of Cubal, Ganda and Balombo in Benguela Province.

International Children’s Day on 1 June was the setting for recreational activities as part of the CAPI project. 420 pupils from 28 de Agosto Primary School and Akarangolo Primary School in Casseque, municipality of Ganda enjoyed the fun and games, and the prizes awarded to the winners and participants. The Head of Section for Science & Technology Education attended the event on behalf of the Municipal Director of Education of Ganda, together with members of Casseque Communal Administration, the Field Coordinator of CAPI, the Director, Deputy Director and teachers from 28 de Agosto Primary School, the Municipal CAPI Coordinator, traditional authorities, program leaders, the CAPI M&E assistant, and members of the community.

On 6 June, more than 30 trainee primary teachers gathered at TTS ADPP Benguela for a refresher session on the use of the School Peace Manual produced by the CAPI (Communities in Action for Peace and Inclusion) project. Already fully engaged in giving lessons and organising actions within the CAPI project, the students shared reports of their activities, showcasing the impact of work in the communities, and leaving no one in doubt about the importance of the school programme.

Meanwhile, on the 28^th June, the CAPI project organized a training session on conflict management and peace building under the motto "Change Starts With Me. The event, attended by 60 government employees, focused on negotiation, communication styles, and mediation as strategies for conflict resolution. The interactive session aimed to enhance relationships in professional, family, and community settings.

Held at the Teacher Training School ADPP Benguela, the sessions was opened by Dr. António Fernando, of the Provincial Deparmennt of Education, representing the governor of Benguela province.

Thank you to all the partners who support our activities.

VISION
ADPP seeks to support people in developing the vision and capacity to contribute to development, for themselves, their communities, and the nation.

MISSION

• To promote solidarity between people
• To promote the economic and social development of Angola
• To promote a better life for the underprivileged and those most in need

ADPP (Ajuda de Desenvolivmento de Povo para Povo) stands for Development Aid from People to People. ADPP Angola works in the fields of education, health, agriculture and environment, and integrated community development.