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Literacy for Women in Africa

BSK has an adult literacy program dubbed literacy for women in Africa. This program mainly targets a group of women of child-bearing age (15 years and above) who have not had the opportunity to learn to read and write.

BSK has an adult literacy program dubbed literacy for women in Africa. This program mainly targets a group of women of child-bearing age (15 years and above) who have not had the opportunity to learn to read and write.
Other persons targeted by the programme include men, young girls, and elderly women. This could also include women who have already had the opportunity to learn to read ‘second chance.’

Turkana County has low literacy levels of 20% considering that it has a population of 926,976 speakers of the language. Non-literates account for 741,580.

The Literacy for Women in Africa programme is currently being implemented in the County with 20 active adult literacy classes spread across Loima, Turkana Central, Turkana North, and Turkana South sub-counties. The program has grown tremendously since 2018 when it began with 10 pilot classes. So far, 1920 learners have been trained with 65% of them being women.

The reason why the program majorly focuses on women is that in the marginalized communities women or girls are denied a chance to go to school, as priority is given to men. Women are seen as people who carry out house chores, bear children, go through practices e.g. female genital mutilation (FGM) and early marriages thus denying them a chance to access education or any form of schooling.

The uniqueness of this program is that it is a non-formal mother tongue-based education meant to impact adult learners with basic reading and writing skills. The main goal of the program is to enable the marginalized communities to read the Word of God in their heart language and be transformed by it.

BSK partners with the Church to implement this programme. The Churches provide venues that are used as classes, they identify passionate people who are trained as teachers, and they assist in monitoring. The Directorate of Adult and Continuing Education office has also come in handy in helping learners to transition to formal schooling to learn other subjects.

other Programs & projects

Open the Book & Programme For Pastoral Instruction PPI

Braille Bible Distribution to the VIP’s Programme

Faith Comes By Hearing (FCBH)

Mwimbi Bible Translation

Young Samaritans Programme

Literacy for Women in Africa

Bibles Eagles Club

African Biblical Leadership Initiative (abli)

Marginalized Children

 

Gikuyu Study Bible Project

Banyala Bible Translation Project

Teso Bible translation project

 

God’s Promises on Strength

Written by BSK

June 21, 2023

In times of weakness, doubt, and adversity, it is crucial for us to remember that we serve a mighty God who is always ready to provide us with the strength we need to endure, overcome, and thrive in life.

The Bible contains various verses that remind us to depend on God and not our own strength. Here are some thoughts to ponder as we seek to find strength in God.

1.Recognizing Our Human Weakness

We live in a world filled with trials, tribulations, and challenges that often leave us feeling weak and vulnerable. Even the strongest among us will face moments of exhaustion, despair, and uncertainty. It is vital to acknowledge and embrace our human limitations, for it is in our weakness that God’s strength is revealed (2 Corinthians 12:9).

The first step is recognizing God as the Source of our strength as highlighted in Psalm 46:1 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” He is the unchanging source of strength and our firm foundation. When we rely on our own abilities, we may stumble and falter, but when we place our trust in God, His strength becomes our own.

2.Drawing Strength from God’s Word.

The Bible is a source of encouragement and strength for His people. Isaiah 40:29 “He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.” By immersing ourselves in God’s Word, we gain access to the promises, stories, and teachings that strengthen our faith and sustain us through difficult times.

3.Strength through Prayer

Prayer is the lifeline that connects us to our Heavenly Father. Through prayer, we can pour out our hearts, express our fears and doubts, and find solace in God’s presence. Philippians 4:6-7 assures us that when we present our requests to God with thanksgiving, His peace, which surpasses all understanding, will guard our hearts and minds. In prayer, we tap into the divine strength that comes from communion with God.

4.Strength in Unity and Community

God designed us to live as a community and to support one another. Ecclesiastes 4:12 “A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.” When we come together in fellowship, we can draw strength from one another, encouraging and uplifting each other. Through our shared experiences, prayers, and support, we can remind one another of God’s faithfulness and provision.

God’s strength is not merely for our personal benefit but also for the service of others. We should love and serve our neighbors selflessly. Isaiah 41:10 “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

Prayer

Father, we thank you for giving us strength to go through life. We choose to rely on your word because your promises are yes and amen. May your goodness abound in our lives daily as we trust in you. Amen

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