Help us construct rugged, blind-friendly pathways across the school compound to ensure safe, independent, and confident mobility for 156 sponsored and unsponsored visually impaired children in Kwambwa.
St. Mary’s Special School serves children who are blind, partially sighted, and those living with albinism. Currently, the school terrain is uneven and lacks consistent landmarks, making it hard for the children to move around the school safely, especially during the rainy season when mud and potholes pose serious risks of injury. By constructing this pathway, the school aims to transform its environment into a safe and accessible space for all students.
The construction will be carried out by a qualified contractor selected by the site, with oversight from the school administration. The pathways will be designed to meet accessibility standards for visually impaired individuals, including tactile features and consistent surface quality.
Support for this project will ensure visually impaired children can move independently across the school compound, allow children to participate more fully in academic and extracurricular activities, reduce injuries caused by slippery terrain, potholes, and uneven surface and improve the confidence and independence among students.
This project will also help students with long-term skill development, as children learn orientation and mobility techniques that will benefit them beyond school. This inclusive infrastructure aligns with the school’s mission to support children with special needs.
Program Location: Kwambwa, Zambia
Program Code: CP-ZKS0325
Budget in Canadian Funds: $ 71,491.77 CAD
DONATEPlease note that any donations that exceed the request will be used to fund other community projects that may arise.