PROJECT COMPASSION – WEEK 3

TANZANIA – Oliva, 22, didn’t have the opportunity to go to school, and was embarrassed that she was unable to read, write or count. Her business was losing money because she couldn’t add up. Then Oliva enrolled in Caritas Australia’s literacy and numeracy classes. She also set up a home classroom to teach her neighbours for free, because they were too shy to attend larger classes.

Oliva has now graduated, attendance at her classes is growing, her kiosk is thriving and she is helping her children with their homework. She aims to become a pastor and run for leadership in the next local election.

Please donate to Project Compassion 2021 and help people like Oliva gain access to education to build a brighter future and live in communities that upholds everyone’s dignity.

Donations to Project Compassion 2021 supports Caritas Australia’s community development and emergency relief programs in partnership with marginalised communities around the world.

You can donate through our Parish offertory boxes, Project Compassion envelopes (found at the back of the church), by visiting www.caritas.org.au/projectcompassion or phoning 1800 024 413.