OmWana is a French charity founded in 2022 by Harmonie K, an ethologist who has been working in Africa since 2017.

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The association was established in accordance with the French Law of 1 July 1901, which governs non-profit organizations in France. As such, OmWana is independent of any political or religious organization and pursues a single public-interest mission: promoting access to education for disadvantaged children in Uganda.

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Our mission is to provide these children with access to quality education and the opportunity to build a better future. To achieve this, we cover their annual school fees and support them throughout their educational journey.

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How does the association operate?

OmWana relies on the generosity of donors and sponsors.

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All donations received are dedicated to supporting the students, including:

• Payment of school and boarding fees;

• School uniforms, educational supplies, and essential equipment for children attending boarding schools;

• Logistical costs required to monitor and support the children in the field, including travel expenses for our local liaison officer, who regularly visits families and schools.

 

Every term, funds are transferred to our Ugandan Vice-President, Solomon, who makes payments directly to the schools and provides the corresponding receipts and supporting documents.

Committed to complete transparency, the association closely monitors each child's progress in cooperation with families, teachers, and school administrators.

We receive students' academic reports at the end of every school term and conduct regular visits to assess their progress and needs.

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Why is our work important?

In Uganda, many children have the opportunity to start school, but only a small number are able to complete their education. After primary school, educational costs increase significantly. Students often need to continue their studies in towns or cities and live in boarding schools, creating a substantial financial burden for their families.

In addition, as children grow older, many are forced to leave school to assist their families with farming activities and contribute to household income.

In response to this reality, OmWana is committed to supporting sponsored children through the completion of their secondary education, enabling them to obtain their school-leaving certificate and access greater opportunities for their future.

Beyond school fees

In addition to funding education, OmWana carries out several complementary initiatives (click to learn more): distributing school supplies and children's books, supporting girls' education through access to reusable menstrual hygiene products, developing projects that promote women's empowerment, organizing fundraising events, and establishing partnerships that provide financial support and educational resources for students.

Transparency and commitment

The trust of our donors is essential to our work. For this reason, OmWana is committed to ensuring rigorous and transparent management of all funds received. All expenditures are monitored and documented, and every donation directly contributes to giving children the opportunity to continue their education under the best possible conditions.