Wellness Wednesday 2023 - Record Breaking Attendance
In 2023, the popularity of Wellness Wednesday among children living in street situations has grown significantly from an average of 15 attendees to a record 47 attendees.
Nikki Horne, MEd, specialized in Social Justice Education and Comparative, International and Development Education. Nikki has 14+ years of varied practical experience providing leadership, administrative support, teaching, and counseling to students and families in local and global education contexts.
Nikki founded and directed the Onzole River Project in Ecuador for 10 years, working with local governments, NGOs, and project stakeholders to design and advocate for culturally relevant and equitable education practices and social services. Nikki has served on FOA's Board since 2016 because she believes lasting change is possible through consistent service, sacrifice, and compassion, all values inherent in FOAs mission.
Every moment a child is off the streets and in the classroom is another moment for the Future of Africa.
In 2023, the popularity of Wellness Wednesday among children living in street situations has grown significantly from an average of 15 attendees to a record 47 attendees.
Millicent spent two months living on the streets of Accra after being abandoned by her friend. After meeting representatives of Future of Africa, she was rescued from the street, reunited with her family, and provided opportunities to improve her well being.
Sarina reflects on the memorable interactions she had with street children living in Accra.