Economic Growth Uganda Project #56199

Prepare Less Advantaged Youth For Careers!

by Aparis Community Development Program

Project Report | Nov 11, 2025
Meet Gabriel: Vocational Training Changed His Life

By Charles Olupot | Director

Gabriel before as a school dropout youth

Meet Gabriel: a school dropout Youth!

Education Changed His Life and His Community

While Gabriel was growing up in Aparis Village, his family couldn't afford a safe home or enough food for their table. And although Gabriel dreamed of a brighter future, education came at a cost the family just couldn't afford.

When Gabriel who dropped out of school was registered at our local community center, he got opportunity to get a vocational training course. Gabriel's could now continue and focus on his education.

Gabriel worked hard in high school. He even received extra tutoring at the Community center. And eventually, he discovered that he liked working with his hands.

“I wanted to study construction and mechanics. But also, I wanted to learn masonry so I could help my family build their own houses. I wanted to support them.” — Gabriel

Aparis Community Development Program covered Gabriel's one years tuition so he could attend technical school. He has since graduated and has become a successful mason. He has built himself a home near his family as well as homes for other relatives and community members.

Not only is Gabriel earning an income doing what he loves, but he's helping build up his community, providing safe shelter to those in need. And that's the power of education.

Education Empowers Children to Fight Back Against Poverty

A quality education can empower other children just like Gabriel to break free from the chains of poverty. If you'd like to help a child learn the skills they need to thrive, consider donating or sponsoring a school dropout youth now.

Gabriel working to get something to eat

A life of a school dropout youth, hard labor

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