Enfance Harmonieuse
OUR SCHOLARS
Yao Kouamé Prince
Introducing Yao Kouamé Prince, a 12-year-old boy from a small village near Brobo. Prince's early life was marked by the loss of his mother, leaving his father as his sole caregiver and unwavering source of support during these challenging times. Since birth, Prince has experienced the profound challenge of being both deaf and mute, severely impeding his ability to lead a normal life and participate in the community. Regrettably, his condition prevents him from attending school and engaging with his peers. Due to his father's limited income, they are unable to access the full benefits of modern medicine, resulting in ongoing hardships for Prince both now and in the future if the situation remains unchanged. However, there is hope for Prince, as a hearing implant was provided by the foundation. Despite that, his recovery is not yet guaranteed due to high cost of rehabilitation, which may amount to as much as 5000 euros. We hope that with adequate support Prince’s life will change for the better.
Koffi Akissi Céline
Introducing Koffi Akissi Céline, a 17-year-old girl who comes from a low-income farming family. Despite her young age, Céline has been enduring the challenges of recurring epileptic seizures and paresis in her right hand for a significant period. Although she used to have seizures on the daily basis, due to the successful treatment, she has not had any for many months. Her conditions are entirely treatable and could undoubtedly be managed to provide Céline with everyday comfort and enable her to function normally. With just a small amount of assistance, we have the incredible opportunity to perform a genuine miracle and completely transform this young girl's life.
Konan Amenant Éliane
Meet Konan Amenant Éliane, a 10 year-old girl who has faced hearing loss since birth, consequently impacting her ability to speak and leading to significant challenges in her daily life, including interacting with peers. As a child born into a low-income farming family, Éliane faces limited opportunities for both personal growth and receiving the necessary medical support for her disability. The absence of suitable educational resources for children who are deaf-mute prevents her from attending school and making friends in that environment. The combination of these circumstances creates immense hurdles in Konan's development and social interactions, making it crucial to provide her with the necessary assistance. Fortunately, after receiving some financial support, her physical condition improved. Now, she engages in certain activities that would have been impossible without this support, such as washing dishes with her sisters. Éliane and her parents would like to say a huge thank to the donors.
Senaty N’dri
This is Senaty N’dri. He is 9 years old and lives in a small village Kouandanou. Unfortunately, from the first days of his life, the boy struggled with a severe infection, which was treated in the hospital in Bouake. Despite the fact that he managed to recover from the infection, he was left with the aftermath of the disease, which is now taking its toll on him. Because the boy’s brain failed to develop properly, N’dri suffers from microcephaly. This prevents him, above all, from communicating with others, and also causes uncontrolled emotional outbursts, which of course makes everyday life challenging for this little boy. His parents with a difficult economic situation could never afford to provide all the needs related to the proper care and his education. If no steps are taken to improve his life, the boy will not find his place in society in the future and will be dependent on others.
LOCAL VOLUNTEERS
FELICITE ASSE – OUTREACH MANAGER
Madame Asse is an integral part of the charity's outreach team, serving as an outreach manager. Her role involves organizing various events and activities to engage with the community and raise awareness about the charity's mission. One of Madame Asse's main responsibilities is to organize holiday activities which include coordinating with volunteers and donors to provide gifts, meals, and other necessities during the holiday season. In addition, she also organizes receptions for special guests. Madame Asse is also heavily involved in fundraising efforts for the charity. She collaborates with donors and sponsors to secure funding for the organization's programs and initiatives. Overall, Madame Asse's role as an outreach manager is essential to the charity's success.
– TOURE SOUNAN JOSEPH - HEADTEACHER
As the headteacher of a kindergarten, Mr. Toure has a range of responsibilities, including creating and implementing lesson plans, hiring and supervising staff, developing budgets, communicating with parents, and maintaining a safe and welcoming learning environment. There are many reasons why Mr. Toure loves his job as a headteacher of a kindergarten and seeing how more and more beautiful it becomes every day. He always says that working with young children can be incredibly rewarding as one has the opportunity to make a positive impact on their development and growth. For him, the sense of community and connection are the most rewarding part of the position, thus, Mr. Toure welcomes everyone at his kindergarten.
AHOUSSOU ADJOUA REINE – TEACHER
As a teacher at the kindergarten, Mrs. Reine values many aspects of her work. Firstly, she deeply appreciates the opportunity to work with young children and contribute to their growth and development during such a crucial stage in their lives. It is incredibly rewarding for her to witness the progress that each child makes over time and to know that she has played a vital role in their learning journey. Additionally, working with other teachers, parents, and administrators allows her to gain new perspectives and insights that ultimately benefit the children in their care.
KOFFI CORINNE – TEACHER
Mrs. Corrine's childhood dream has always been to become a teacher. Having previously worked in London, England, she brought a wealth of experience to her role at the kindergarten. She draws on her past experience of working in a diverse and multicultural city to better understand the needs of the children and families in the rural area of the Ivory Coast. She has also been able to apply some of the teaching techniques and strategies that she learned while working in London to help support the learning and development of the children. Lastly, she values the emphasis that the kindergarten places on the prioritization of respect, kindness, and empathy, as she believes that these values are essential for fostering a positive learning experience for all.
AMANI MARINA – TEACHER
Mrs. Marina is a dedicated teacher assistant at the charity, who is responsible for organizing games and activities for the children, as well as maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness at the kindergarten. Mrs. Marina works closely with the teachers to develop age-appropriate activities that cater to the individual needs of each child. She is also responsible for ensuring that the kindergarten is kept clean and sanitary. She takes this responsibility very seriously to ensure that the highest standards of hygiene are maintained.
KOUADIO NATHALIE – COOK
As a cook at our kindergarten, Nathalie takes great care in providing well-balanced and nutritious meals for the children. Her top priority is ensuring that the meals she prepares are not only delicious but also healthy and nourishing. To achieve this, she carefully selects fresh, locally-sourced ingredients that are rich in nutrients and vitamins. She also makes sure to include a variety of foods from different food groups, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and proteins, in every meal. When we asked the children about their favorite dish, almost all of them agreed that Nathalie's chicken in peanut sauce is the best!
KOUAME AKISSI ADELINE – GOVERNESS
Adeline is a highly skilled governess for the charity, providing support and assistance to special guests and international volunteers. Her role involves ensuring that the individuals under her care are well-fed and comfortable during their stay with the charity. She is an excellent cook and takes great pride in providing delicious and nutritious meals for those in her care. Her warmth and care help to ease any anxieties or concerns guests may have, and she is always available to offer a listening ear or help. Her professionalism and attention to detail have made her a valuable asset to the charity's team.
INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEERS
KACPER ŚCIBSKI - POLAND
Kacper has recently completed his pre-med degree at the New York University Abu Dhabi, and thus he came to the Ivory Coast to support our kindergarten, but also to observe the work of doctors at the Pediatrics ward at the University Hospital in Bouake. The children liked him very much from the beginning, as they played together on the newly furnished playground, thanks to the fundraising Kacper and Renata organized together. In addition, he organized a toy collection at his former primary school in Poland, bringing two huge bags full of new equipment for the kindergarten. He greatly enjoyed his voyage to the Ivory Coast, produced the website for our organization, and is about to release a short documentary video about his experiences. Stay tuned!
KRZYSZTOF CHRZEŚCIJAŃSKI - POLAND
Krzysztof, a student at a Polish high school, holds the position of Head of IT and Data in the Sharing is Caring project. This position allows him to fulfil himself in his areas of interest. He takes care of the websites and is a support to other project participants. He believes that goodness received should be passed on. Outside of school, he finds himself in debating, mathematics and collecting Lego. He hopes that his help has an impact on the many people that the Sharing is Caring programme intends to help.
OLA PASTERNAK - POLAND
Ola, a Polish high school student, is currently enrolled in an English-speaking school. Holding the esteemed position of project manager for the Sharing is Caring: Ivory Coast project, Ola takes great pride in their role. This position allows them to merge their passion for economics and global development with practical actions that bring tangible benefits to entire communities. In their capacity as project manager, Ola oversees all operational aspects of the initiative. Their responsibilities extend beyond project management as they also assume control over the project's financial matters. This entails ensuring the efficient and responsible allocation of resources. By effectively managing the project's finances, Ola endeavors to optimize positive outcomes and create a significant, meaningful impact in the lives of the individuals the project aims to assist.
RENATA ŁĘCKA - POLAND
Mrs. Renata served as a Salvatti Poland Foundation volunteer at our kindergarten in Brobo, Ivory Coast, in August 2022. From the very beginning, she was highly appreciated by the staff, children, and the local community. Mrs. Renata's strong religious faith was also evident in the way she interacted with others, always treating everyone with kindness and respect as she dedicated herself fully to the children. She was always willing to lend a helping hand and greatly enjoyed her cultural experience in the Ivory Coast too. Thanks to her initiative, we organized two consecutive trips to Yamoussoukro where children had a chance to visit the largest church in the world. Mrs. Renata's unwavering dedication was apparent to all who knew her, and we all remember her love and the significance of her efforts at our kindergarten.
MARYSIA DUBIEL - POLAND/UK
Marysia, a British Alumni Society scholar. Her biggest passions are biology and music. In the future she would like to study medicine and help people in need. She strongly believes that young people can also change the world for the better and that’s why she joined SIC Ivory Coast as Head of Ambassadors.
OUR AMBASSADORS
JULIA KRUSZONA - POLAND/UK
Julia, Scarborough college student and 2023 British Alumni Society scholar. Her passions concern neuroscience, theatre and playing football. As an Ivory Coast project ambassador her mission is to enhance local children’s passions and provide financial help for those in need.
RITA PASIEWICZ - POLAND
Rita, a 15 year-old IB student in 2slo. She likes discussing and engaging with global issues because she firmly believes that the future is in our hands! As an Ivory Coast project ambassador she hopes that she can help the children on the Ivory Coast and women in Afghanistan and Iran. Moreover she is excited to connect with people all around the world.
GRZEGORZ FIGIEL - POLAND/UK
Grzesiek, a scholar of British Alumni Society in Windermere School. He's a dedicated IB student with interest in Maths and Economics. After school he loves to play the drums in a youth symphonic orchestra and to watch football. Most improtantly, he joined SIC Ivory Coast because he wants to contribute to providing the scholarship opportunities to talented youth from Ivory Coast that cannot afford to fulfill their potential. He believes that education is a human right and should be provided to everyone, without exeptions.