About the Cause
Dubai Cares’ programs are designed to reduce, if not remove, the greatest obstacles that prevent children and young people in developing countries from attaining quality education. With each intervention, Dubai Cares evaluates the need for assistance across two key areas:
Access to Education which allows Dubai Cares to improve children’s health and learning environment, increase education enrollment and attainment, increase access to education, reduce absenteeism, increase gender parity and increase promotion rates.
Quality of Education which enables early learning, enhances educational attainment and school progression, improves literacy and numeracy skills among children, enables teachers to access teacher training resulting in better learning outcomes, reduce dropout rates and increase primary school attainment.
Dubai Cares is a long-term advocate of safeguarding children and young people’s right to education and is currently playing a global advocacy role in spreading the knowledge about the importance of providing education to the unprivileged children.
We also champion education through research - There is an overwhelming lack of evidence as to what works to promote children’s learning in crisis-affected contexts. Research plays a pivotal role in tackling this issue.
My Story
This project aims to restore and enhance inclusive education for children affected by recent floods in Northeast Nigeria. With over 100,000 children facing educational disruption due to school damage and displacement, it is essential to provide immediate and long-term support. The initiative will focus on rehabilitating damaged school infrastructure, ensuring safe and accessible learning environments for all children, including those with disabilities. To foster an inclusive education system, the project will supply essential learning materials tailored to diverse needs, such as braille books and assistive devices. Furthermore, the initiative will train 200 teachers in inclusive teaching methodologies, equipping them with the skills to address the specific requirements of children from marginalized backgrounds. In addition to educational support, the project will provide psycho-social services to help children cope with trauma from the floods, promoting mental well-being and resilience. Community engagement and awareness campaigns will be conducted to emphasize the importance of inclusive education, fostering a supportive environment for all learners. Through these comprehensive strategies, the project aims to create a sustainable educational framework that not only addresses immediate needs but also empowers children and their communities for a brighter future, reducing the risks of child labor and early marriage.