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How We Partner

Partnering for Greater Impact

The world is filled with passionate, skilled men and women who know their students, schools, and communities best. That's why we partner with locally-led organizations to invest in their strengths and grow their priorities.

Our Model: Partners First, Always

Every part of EduDeo's work is led by serving, respecting, and amplifying our partners' strengths and desires. We partner with locally-led school associations and organizations working towards our common vision: communities transformed by the Gospel through Christ-centred education. Many of our partners have been with us almost a decade – through times of blessing and crisis. We work with them as they lay multi-year plans – and stand by them as they see those plans to completion. Our commitment helps our partners thrive, ensuring their impact for decades to come.

The Process

1. RECEIVING REQUESTS

EduDeo receives requests for partnership from three main sources: an organization that works with one of our existing partners in the same region; local branches of international development organizations; or an individual familiar with both EduDeo and another organization.

2. SEEKING OUT

EduDeo also seeks out new partnerships in three main ways: encouraging existing partners to expand their reach in their countries; connecting with other global organizations; or researching potential partners in high areas of interest.

3. MEETING TOGETHER

We never rush into partnerships. We're patient to make sure partners are a good fit, can be mutually beneficial, and will work in the long-term. Before partnerships begin, we will typically spend 1-2 years meeting together with an organization's leadership.

4. MOVING FORWARD

When meeting with potential partners, we consider: faith commitment; alignment of vision, mission, and partnership approach; composition of partner board and leadership; local educational and community context; and recommendations by other credible organizations. All partnerships are formally approved by the EduDeo Board.

5. LOOKING AHEAD

As we move forward into formal partnership, we spend virtual and in-person time with an organization's leadership, but also their teachers and educators. We present EduDeo's vision for Christ-centred education, but work together so partners can adapt it to their context & culture, making it their own.

6. GROWING IMPACT

All our partnerships begin with workshops for teachers and leaders, transforming education from its heart. These can cover topics like curriculum design, leadership, conflict resolution, and more. When we see teachers and leaders growing, we move into construction projects and student support programs.

Meet Our Current Partners

Our Theory of Poverty & Change

Most definitions of poverty define it in material terms: lack of income, housing, healthcare, or food. It's easy to express poverty in monetary terms because that means it's also easily measurable. But that limits our understanding of what poverty really is.

When sin entered the world, it caused four types of broken relationships for humans: our relationships with God, ourselves, others, and creation. These broken relationships are the root of all poverty, meaning we are all poor in some way.

When we all acknowledge our own poverty, we can approach poverty alleviation in a long-term, sustainable way - in a way that doesn't just focus on material solutions. What we all need to alleviate poverty is transformation of the heart and restoration of broken relationships. This framework shapes EduDeo's work in three key ways:

First, when a child's heart is transformed by the Gospel through Christ-centred education, they see themselves as God sees them: in Christ's image. Every human being has equal worth and has been equipped with gifts. Every human deserves the opportunity to develop and use them.

Second, rather than focus on deficits, we use an asset-based approach to focus on what gifts our partners already have and how they can be developed. Christ-centred education plays a unique role in poverty alleviation, so this drives us to seek partners who align with our approach.

Third, our work is highly relational and based on trust. We work together with same vision over many years. Our work takes both time and a mutual desire to be shaped by what we each have to offer.

Our Programs

All programs and projects we run with partners fit within our three pillars.

TEACHER TRAINING

Teachers are at the heart of education, so we always invest in them. Together, we provide workshops and mentoring for teachers & leaders in areas such as strategic planning, curriculum development, conflict resolution, masters programs, leadership, and much more.

SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION

We partner to create vibrant, thriving spaces at schools. Projects like building and rehabilitating classrooms, bathrooms, dorms, labs, offices, training centres, and more ensure schools continue to have the safe, sufficient space they need to be beacons of hope in their communities.

STUDENT SUPPORT

Christ-centred education at schools should be accessible for all children and families, no matter their situation. Supports like tuition bursaries, technology in the classroom, mobility aides, and more provide kids with a holistic yet always accessible education.

"Most of my work wouldn't be possible without EduDeo's help. EduDeo is the instrument God uses to sustain my work of accompanying, encouraging, and training school leaders so that they can respond to their call as a servant leader. God has used EduDeo during these years to bless my mind, heart, and hands. I have been transformed into my ability to love God, love, and serve what surrounds me in a way that honors God."

– Guillermo, leader, Dominican Republic

"We appreciate very much that EduDeo shares our mission and is constantly present by our side, despite the difficult moments. The partnership with EduDeo allows us to achieve our goals, helping us to train qualified teachers capable of providing quality education to students. Through this partnership I also realized that, in opposition to many other organizations, we do have a vision to impact this world for the glory of God. This partnership is a constant reminder to me to always seek the glory of God in all of our projects, no matter how positive they may be for the community. Always put God's glory first."

– Louisenette, leader, Haiti

"Partnering with EduDeo has meant a lot for CCAP schools. It has helped us redefine what being a Christian school is. More schools are aware what it means to be a Christian school today than how it has been before the partnership with EduDeo. Partnering with EduDeo for me also means having a friend whom I can share our story and challenges with."

– Rev. Nehemia, leader, Zambia

"For me, partnering has meant the cooperation of Christian educators in other parts of the world who have been able to lead change. This means for me that is possible to fill the gap and create a change of mindset. I am not alone in leading this change in Guatemala and in the organization I belong, but I am in the company of professionals with the same heart for Christian education."

– Ruth, leader, Guatemala

"Personally, for me the partnership with EduDeo has been a continuous learning journey. I have seen modelled what it means to walk along those under your care. It has been modelled to me what it means to encourage other, yet graciously challenge other to own to their calling. Growth comes over time by providing the needed resources and support; this is what has been EduDeo’s partnership for my leadership. I have seen modelled what it means to build a partnership and community of/with trust, yet very accountable. I have been given the time to personally uncover and continue to develop by gifts within a partnership that values relationships, trust, empowerment and the potential of each individual."

– Alvaro, leader, Belize

"It is a great opportunity for EEUC to have a partner like EduDeo which invests in leaders and teachers so that EEUC educators learn how to teach Christianly and promote Christ-centered education through-lines. Personally, I feel privileged to be able to walk alongside EduDeo in this great journey of community-transforming mission. So, this partnership helped me to deliver my passion through platforms and programs that EduDeo created."

– Mitiku, leader, Ethiopia

Interested in Partnership?

Are you a school association or organization in the majority/developing world who wants to grow? Do you know of an organization that might be a good partner for EduDeo? Let's have a conversation. We’ll see if you meet our partnership criteria and if we’re the right fit to work together.