Cinderellas of Bukavu

The kids at the Ek’Abana center are excited about getting ready for this year’s Christmas Recital. Thanks to our donors’ support, we have been able to provide singing, theater, dance and music classes for the girls of the center and for the children from the neighborhood. Now, they are working hard to prepare a show in time for Christmas celebrations.

These activities have not only been an opportunity for the children to express their creativity, but they have also helped them cope with abandonment issues, regain self-confidence and develop the ability to confront and interact with others.

Children have been taking part in weekly classes of traditional African drums and dances, as well as experimenting with modern dance styles. Sports activities such as football and a local game called “zango”, have also been organized at the center thanks to our staff who is trained to create an environment which  helps the children develop skills such as collaboration, team spirit, with the rules and determination to achieve their goals.

Schooling and psychosocial support also continue to be provided regularly. Furthermore, there have been 15 successful cases of family reintegration over the past few months, where our staff was able reach out to children’s families and give support and mediate throughout the reconciliation process.

Thanks again to our donors! Please, continue to support our work and help us change these children’s future.