SCHOOLS OF AFRICA PROJECT

WFWP was founded in 1992 by Dr. Hak-Ja Moon, based on the motto, "Humankind is a Family Living in One Home on Earth." Emphasizing women's special quality of motherly love and nurturing heart, she organized the women's movement to rebuild healthy families and create a "Culture of Peace." WFWP believes that education of children and empowerment of women are the keys to solving poverty and building a better future. Providing ethical education for youth is especially crucial in addressing the HIV/AIDS pandemic in Africa.

In 1994, WFWP Japan sent volunteers to Africa to set up humanitarian projects. They established schools, vocational training programs and other educational support, including scholarships for students in need. Hygiene and nutrition education is provided all over the continent. This became the foundation for women leaders to create their local chapters and develop activities according to their country's unique needs.

Through twelve years of volunteer work, seven schools have been firmly established in Africa in six countries: Mozambique, Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, Equatorial Guinea, and Guinea-Bissau. In 2000