Ngulwa School Farming Project
We’ve just celebrated our first successful harvest, marking a major milestone in sustainable agriculture for the school community. Under the dedicated management and partnership of Riziki Charities and IRRI Hub, the project is thriving. The first harvest yielded 270kg (3 bags) of maize and 30 kg of beans. Land for the new planting began in September and crops planted on October 8, they are already germinating vigorously and showing strong early growth.g
Thanks to the reliable water supply from the Project Maji borehole, the school has expanded the efforts by planting nutrient rich crops like cabbages, spinach, and bananas. These additions will perfectly supplement the core maize and beans diet sourced directly from the farm, enhancing food security and nutrition for students and staff alike.
A Broader Impact: The Porridge Program
The commitment to improving lives extends beyond the CP Unit to the entire Parklands Primary School, which serves over 1,000 students. Young Jains Nairobi initiated a porridge program that provides nutritious porridge to all pupils and staff, leading to noticeable improvements in students’ health and academic performance. This initiative underscores the organizations’ dedication to uplifting the entire community.
Celebrating Joy and Togetherness
Every December, the CP Unit children are treated to a memorable Christmas party hosted by Young Jains Nairobi and Veerayatan Kenya. Filled with sumptuous meals, goodies, and gifts, this event is a highlight for the children, offering them a chance to celebrate and feel valued in a society that often overlooks them.
A Legacy of Hope and Inclusion
The Cerebral Palsy Unit at Parklands Primary School is a powerful example of what compassion, dedication, and community collaboration can achieve. By providing education, therapy, nutrition, and emotional support, Young Jains Nairobi and Veerayatan Kenya have not only transformed the lives of 125 children with cerebral palsy but also empowered their families to overcome stigma and poverty. The success of students advancing to high school and university, the resilience shown during the pandemic, and the joy of annual celebrations all highlight the profound impact of this initiative.
Through the CP Unit, children who were once hidden are now visible, thriving, and dreaming big. This is a story of hope, inclusion, and the unwavering belief that every child deserves a chance to shine.
Future of the CP Unit
In partnership with Riziki foundation, plans are underway to further improve the lives of the children by renovating their existing classrooms to hold 200 children from the current 125, toilets which are wheel chair friendly, a ramp, a play area where the CP children can play.
Riziki Foundation is looking to finish an existing class room block for the school, then the school will hand over in exchange its classes to the CP unit, which will ensure that the children have their classrooms and will not be taken away from them as previously witnessed.