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Mission
There are huge divides in terms of access and quality of education across Africa. Mathematics in particular proves problematic for students and teachers alike, falling far short of global standards. There is however no shortage of passionate, enthusiastic and talented individuals in these countries with powerful ideas to improve the current state of education. SAMI was founded in 2013 as a means to support these local initiatives, and provide the expertise and funding necessary to implement, sustain and scale these ideas. By working directly with local people and organisations that have support and contacts within mathematics education, SAMI is well positioned to help deliver high impact solutions where they are needed most.
Our Projects
SAMI supports much ongoing work across Africa, including coordinating volunteers and resources to help run yearly maths camps in Kenya, Ghana, Ethiopia and Tanzania, as well as weekly maths clubs in over 70 schools. SAMI has also helped to raise money and lend expertise to developing computer programs for statistics and education, as well as providing tablets and training to help improve livelihoods for people living in rural African villages. With some extra funding SAMI could extend their programmes to more schools and communities in more countries, and travel to the most isolated areas where their support is needed most.
Making a Difference
SAMI is a small charity but aims to make a big impact. The cornerstones of this is are the fantastic people we work with throughout Africa and a dedication to ensure every penny raised goes directly to projects. We have no UK admin costs and are fortunate to have strong local teams donating their time (and airfares!) for free. For as little as £5 (or 100 wine corks!) per day we can give good employment to talented local individuals who coordinate additional university volunteers and run projects.