Simoonga Thandizani Trust School
About Simoonga Thandizani Trust School
Founded in 2015, Simoonga Thandizani Trust School aims to “Spread the power of brilliant teaching and learning”. It is situated in Simoonga Village in Livingstone right along Nakatindi Road where there is overwhelming poverty in the village and most parents are incapable of paying for the school fees of their children. As a result, the school was established and they offer free tuition and food to...
Founded in 2015, Simoonga Thandizani Trust School aims to “Spread the power of brilliant teaching and learning”. It is situated in Simoonga Village in Livingstone right along Nakatindi Road where there is overwhelming poverty in the village and most parents are incapable of paying for the school fees of their children. As a result, the school was established and they offer free tuition and food to the deprived and orphaned youth.
The school started with just 3 kids learning from the traditional make-shift structure and now through donations and volunteers, it has modernized its learning environment and has now up to 370 children enrolled in the school. The unique aspect of this school is its vast exchange program that it offers through cultural and tradition interaction. The school als...
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Francesca Norton-Hall
Participated in 2024
AlumniFrancesca is from Canada, where she works as a Registered Vet Tech (Veterinary Nurse) and Wildlife Rehabilitator. She has a BS in Zoology & Diploma in...
I spent an extended time abroad previously in Sri Lanka and loved getting to know the people of the village I lived in, as well as experiencing some of the cultural differences. This time, I needed a break from my job as it was very intense, so I chose to take a sabbatical with my husband. I enjoy meeting new people and challenging myself.
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Chris Kirkham
Interviewed in 2024
StaffChris is in his late thirties and took a sabbatical from a career in Marketing to see the world. He was born in England and emigrated to Canada in his...
I wanted to see the world and experience different cultures. I knew at some point my travels would lead me to a volunteer opportunity as I felt it was a great way to see real life in a new country and community.
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Lobke Meijer
Participated in 2024
AlumniLobke is 24 and is from the Netherlands. At home, she works as a social worker in a treatment facility for disabled children. However, for the last ei...
I wanted to see and learn more about the world. It’s very easy to get stuck in your own bubble at home, travelling makes you have to get out of your comfort zone.
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