The Lipari School and Maria Africa Foundation Make It Possible
For children in Nigeria, the only way out of poverty is through education. Now, Maria Africa Foundation (MAF) and the Lipari family are making that possible.
Through their joint efforts, the Lipari Learning Academy hopes to make education accessible to children in Ihitte-Uboma, a remote Nigerian community. The Lipari family and friends initiated funding for the academy, which will bring primary and secondary education (K-12), to children who otherwise have little to no access to a good education.
The academy will serve children in eight different communities surrounding Ihitte-Uboma. These are children who would normally walk between five to 10 miles each day to attend an available public school on roads that are often wrought with danger. Only then, would the children arrive at schools that are dilapidated, lack furniture, school supplies – even chairs.
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The Lipari Learning Academy hopes to change all that. They will provide a high-quality education in a well-furnished learning environment where students can break the cycle of poverty, achieve their potential and become contributing members of their community. In addition this much-needed education and academic excellence, the academy will also create much-needed job opportunities for people living in the community.
“We are honored to pay it forward,” said the Lipari’s. “The bible encourages each of us to share our time, talent and treasure with those in need. We feel blessed to have this opportunity to be servants to others.”
School Progress Update
Our founder, Fr. Simon Osuchukwu, visited his hometown in Nigeria this past January to witness progress being made at our school. He is extremely proud to provide the following updates:
- Nearly all four buildings on the campus are complete, including an administrative/office building, the primary/elementary school building, the secondary school and the hall/chapel.
- The nearly completed buildings include all plastering, electrical wiring, plumbing, bathrooms, ceilings, roofing and floors.
- Also complete is a wall circling the entire campus for safety.
- Buildings include 12 separate classrooms, each with a capacity to serve 40-45 students.
- One of two busses has been purchased to bring children to school from surrounding villages; one additional bus is still needed.
- A well to bring fresh water to children and their families is nearly complete. Without this well, children often walked 10 miles to get fresh water.
“As I watched this miracle unfold, I thought about each and every one you who contributed to make this school a reality,” said Fr. Simon. “I was truly witnessing the work of God through your kindness and generosity. This school is the most important chance these families have to end the cycle of poverty. I will be ever grateful for the people who helped to make the Lipari Learning Academy a reality.”
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