Burkina Faso:
AESEB
Alliance of Evangelical Schools and Universities in Burkina Faso (AESEB)
Region: Western Africa (Burkina Faso)
Partner Since: 2018
Mission:
Promoting access to quality education and contribution to the intellectual, physical, emotional and spiritual development of children through the empowerment of evangelical institutions, the development and consolidation of a partnership with the State, and the consideration of the biblical vision in the areas of training and school and university life.
About AESEB:
Founded in Burkina Faso in 2008, AESEB is a network of over 380 evangelical Christian schools from kindergarten to higher education. To build up and grow Christian education across Burkina Faso, AESEB focusses its efforts on leadership capacity building, advocacy, and school support. In all things, they are passionate about investing in their members for the sake of sharing the Gospel.
Our Shared Ministry
TEACHER TRAINING
Teachers are at the heart of education, so we always invest in them. Together, we provide workshops for AESEB teachers & leaders on topics such as strengthening a vision for Christ-centred education, continuing education, and incorporating the Gospel into specific subjects.
INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS
We partner to create vibrant, thriving spaces at AESEB schools. Projects like on-campus farming ensure schools continue to have the holistic programs they need to be beacons of hope in their communities.
STUDENT SUPPORT
Christ-centred education at AESEB schools should be accessible for all children and families, no matter their situation. Supports like tuition bursaries and trades training programs provide students with a holistic yet always accessible education.
“This training equipped me with elements of Christ-centred education such as: teach with love, recognize the child’s talents, and help him or her develop them. This training opened my eyes: it allowed me to know that by going through the disciplines that we teach at school, we can teach the word of God. We can transform children and make these children men and women of tomorrow who can impact the future of our country. This encouraged me a lot. I pray that God will give me the strength to be able to put into practice what I have learned here.”
– Mariam, leader, Burkina Faso
"I was converted in 2014 through the actions of this mission school. At first it wasn't easy with my parents but they eventually understood when they saw the change in me. They saw that I liked the work more and I sought to support them in my education. Indeed, when our teacher taught us about breeding chickens, I was quickly very attracted. Since I started, I haven't given up. Some of my friends have given up, but I continue because I want to become a great farmer. Today, with what I earn I can pay my school fees."
– Kone, student, Burkina Faso
"I believe that there are some children who will one day remember that it is the teachings they received in the Christian schools that made them men and women of integrity for our country. Children must know that they too have their place in society. They are important for this country tomorrow. I would like to thank the trainers who spent two weeks coaching us and guiding us on how to run our schools. May God continue to empower AESEB and their partners so that such training can continue, multiply and reach all regions of the country and all schools.”
– Eugene, leader, Burkina Faso
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