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Education at Te-Kworo Foundation

Te-Kworo Foundation is committed to providing vulnerable girls in northern Uganda with access to quality education, creating opportunities for brighter futures. Many of these girls face barriers such as extreme poverty, early marriage, social stigmas, or caring for their own babies.

Our three boarding schools in Pader, Kitgum, and Nwoya offer safe, supportive environments where girls can focus on their education and personal growth.

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Since our founding, we’ve supported approximately:

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3,000+ secondary school graduates to date.

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700+ students enrolled at Kworo High School per year.

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1 specialised program for young mothers at our Nwoya campus.

Children living in poverty face countless barriers to education, but the stakes are especially high for girls.

By addressing these challenges, our schools are creating pathways for thousands of girls to stay in school, equipping them with the skills and confidence to build better lives.

A Unique Approach to Education

Boarding Schools for Every Girl
Our boarding schools provide a safe space for girls to learn, grow, and thrive. Each campus offers unique programs tailored to the needs of our students.

Pader Campus
Focuses on academic excellence and vocational training.

Kitgum Campus
Provides secondary education and prepares girls for higher learning or employment.

Nwoya Campus
Offers a specialized program for young mothers, including a flexible curriculum to accommodate mothers’ routines and on-site childcare facilities, so mothers can focus on their studies.

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Vocational Training Program

For students who cannot pursue higher education, our Vocational Training Program equips them with practical skills in tailoring, hairdressing, catering, and more. These livelihood opportunities empower girls to start small businesses or find employment, protecting them from early marriage and exploitation.

Our Challenges

  • Scholarships

    While our schools can accommodate up to 800 students, many families cannot afford the fees. Scholarships bridge this gap and allow more girls to attend school.

  • Technology Access

    Through our partnership with Allianz Technology, we received 50 brand-new computers for our Pader campus, significantly improving access for students there. However, the need for computers and internet access remains high at our Nwoya and Kitgum campuses, where students still share limited resources to meet the national curriculum requirements.

  • Essential Resources

    We need continued support to fund food, accommodation, and teaching staff.

  • Power Supply

    In northern Uganda, national power supply is frequently unreliable, leaving schools dependent on generators or solar power to meet their energy needs. While solar power has been introduced at all three schools, ensuring consistent and sufficient energy to support education continues to be a pressing need.

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Your Support Can Change Lives

By supporting Te-Kworo Foundation, you help send more girls to school and provide the tools they need to succeed. Your contributions go towards:

Scholarships to remove financial barriers for vulnerable students.

  • Technology and Internet Access to enhance learning opportunities.

  • Infrastructure and Resources to ensure a safe and nurturing environment.

  • Power Solutions to keep our schools running efficiently.

“I was stranded at home with no other option left… but I still wanted to study. I want to go further ahead and to be somebody. I want to be a teacher or a nurse, to be responsible for other women.”

– Soya, Student

Join Us in Empowering Girls

It costs $750 to send a girl to school for a year. Your generosity helps remove barriers, opens doors to opportunity, and transforms lives.

Together, we can ensure that every girl has the chance to dream, learn, and build a brighter future.