Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page. 

This summer - I have been granted an incredible opportunity to make a real difference by working with VSO for 4 months in Nandi, Kenya on 24th May 2019. This is a government-funded volunteer programme that works to fight poverty in various countries around the world. I will also be working closely with the community for Deaf inclusion, helping young people learn Kenyan Sign Language.

Deaf education in Kenya is plagued by a wide range of challenges. It is a sad fact that nearly 90% of deaf individuals who finish their high school education, cannot effectively read and write, attain higher education or find employment. Consequently, a majority of the deaf living in Kenya experience poor socioeconomic outcomes. Based on these outcomes, the quality of deaf education in Kenya is indeed questionable. Very little research has been directed towards examining what is plaguing deaf education and what can be done to improve it.

VSO is a globally recognised organisation with over 60 years of experience in international development. None of the money I raise will be spent on covering my personal expenses (flight, accommodation, visas etc.) thanks to funding from the government's Department for International Development. Every penny will instead go back to the charity, allowing them to continue the amazing work they do in over 100 national volunteering programmes across 23 countries. 

Any contribution from you will make a real difference to the lives of people in developing countries, so please dig deep.

Thanks for your support - Raabia <3 x