Smart Nursery – Kinderkrippe

Hintergrund

Bei den Massai gelten Kinder als Arbeitskräfte, die zum Vieh hüten und zum Wasser holen eingesetzt werden können. Nachdem bereits Kindergärten und Schulen in anderen Massai-Gemeinden gebaut wurden, galt es 2016 weitere 6 Massai-Gemeinden mit einem Kindergarten zu versorgen, um 800 Kindern einen sicheren Aufenthaltsort und unbeschwertes Spielen als Vorbereitung für den Schulbesuch zu geben.

: Zuerst kommt das Holzgerüst

: Bauarbeiten für Smart Nursery

: Die Wände sind fertig!

: Die farbige Aussenhülle aus Metall: Rot

: Grün

: Rot, Blau und Grün in Karero

: Hurra – wir haben einen Kindergarten!

: Kinder „bei der Arbeit“

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Maasai beadwork is a culturally important art form practiced by the Maasai people of East Africa. It is not just decorative but carries deep cultural significance, symbolising age, social status, and key life events.

Beadwork is primarily done by women, who learn the craft from a young age. It is an important source of income for many Maasai families.

Historically, beads were made from natural materials like clay, shells, ivory, and bone. Today, imported glass beads are the most commonly used ones.

Maasai people wear beadwork on various occasions, especially during dances, weddings, and other ceremonies. The colours are symbolic. Red represents strength and unity, blue - energy and the sky, green - the land and production, white - purity and health.

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Apr 30

In rural Kenya, motherhood intertwines deeply with the demands of daily life. Women balance the care of their children with labor-intensive tasks essential for their families’ survival, such as farming, fetching water, and gathering firewood. These responsibilities, while challenging, shape a resilient community spirit. Mothers pass on crucial skills and local knowledge that prepare the next generation for the realities of rural living. In these communities, the role of a mother is not just to nurture, but also to fortify the family against the hardships of life.

#RuralKenya #StrengthInMotherhood #CommunitySpirit #DailyChallenges #ResilientWomen

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Apr 27

Many communities in rural Kenya struggle with high poverty rates, which severely limit access to educational materials. Most children in these areas go through school without ever having a proper textbook.

Current literacy rates in rural Kenya remain low, with many children unable to achieve basic literacy skills. This educational gap hinders their potential for future success and perpetuates the cycle of poverty.

We are dedicated to enhancing education in the schools we support. Help us raise funds to provide them with libraries by donating on our website: wecare-association.ch.

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Apr 23

In many our posts you can see ladies wrapped in colourful blankets. These are Shukas - crafted from cotton, they are not just a fashion statement but a vital part of Maasai life and culture. Predominantly red, the shukas also come in blues and purples, each color and pattern symbolising different aspects of identity and clan affiliations. Beyond their use as garments, shukas serve as protection against the elements, blankets, and even ceremonial attire. #MaasaiTradition #CulturalThreads

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Apr 19

WeCare-Association, founded by Susanne Riz and Robert Buchbauer, is a non-profit organization dedicated to sustainable projects in Kenya and Cambodia. Through collaboration with individuals and NGOs we identify and implement initiatives addressing actual needs of the local population. Organization focuses on projects fostering financial independence and commits to sustainable solutions that empower communities in the long term.

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Apr 17

Average Swiss person consumes 162 litres of water per day. This includes water used for drinking, cooking, cleaning, and other household activities.

In remote village of Mperrishi in Kenya for the same activities people consume only around 1 litre of water per person per day. The same is true for many neighbouring regions. The process of getting water home is laborious, and water delivery to the tanks happens only once every month.

WeCare Association helps families in Mperrishi by supplying local school with water and food. For many parents that is the main reason to send their kids to school. You can help us in our endeavours by donating on our website today.

#waterisahumanright

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Mrz 31

Happy Easter 2024!

Thank you for the continuous support. It is through your contributions that we are able to support communities in Kenya and offer children better lives and educational opportunities.

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Mrz 29

In Kenya, women and children often bear the brunt of water scarcity, spending significant time fetching water and bringing it home. This is how Maasai ladies carry water in Mperrishi.

#safewater #waterisahumanright #waterinkenya

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Mrz 27

Many villages in rural locations don’t have constant access to freshwater, with nearest wells located miles away. In Mperrishi water gets delivered only once a month and is kept in these POA Tanks, 5.000 litres of water each, a total of 20.000 litres every month.

These tanks also require maintenance. WeCare-Association helped to repair the Tanks in Mperrishi in 2023, so that the people continued having access to uncontaminated water.

#cleanwater #safewater #waterisahumanright

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Mrz 21

Here are people fetching water from the Water Tanks, which WeCare-Association helped to repair in Mperrishi in 2023.

Did you know, that The United Nations identifies Kenya's population as among the most struggling globally? The water scarcity problems are exacerbated by factors such as rapid population growth, environmental degradation, and poor infrastructure. Natural disasters, such as soil degradation and draughts, further worsen the situation.

The distribution of water resources is unequal, with women and children often bearing the brunt of water scarcity, spending significant time fetching water, which exposes them to dangers and health risks.

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Mrz 12

This Giving Tuesday, join hands with WeCare-Association to give help and offer hope to those in need. 💙 Whether it's donating through our website or PayPal (hello@wecare-association.com), spreading the word, volunteering, or simply showing your support by liking and tagging us, every action counts. Together, let's make a difference! #GiveHelpOfferHope #GivingTuesday #SupportWeCare #Volunteer #DonateNow #SpreadTheWord

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Mrz 7

Happy International Women’s Day! Let’s celebrate the strength and resilience of women around the world, standing together in solidarity. Today, I’m grateful for the remarkable women in my life who inspire and support me. Let’s also remember and honor the countless women facing immense challenges of poverty, illiteracy, malnutrition, and lack of basic resources. Together, let’s strive for a more equitable and empowering world for all women. #InternationalWomensDay #WomenEmpowerment #Solidarity #Gratitude #Equality #Inspiration

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