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- EIN 27-1581674
- info@komera.org
- (646) 465-2315
- 16 Rock View Road 2 Milton MA 02186 USA
- www.komera.org
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Causes: Community Clinics, Counseling, Education, Health, Mental Health, Scholarships, Scholarships & Student Financial Aid, Vocational & Technical Schools
Mission: Komera develops self-confident young women through education, community and sport.
Programs: Post-secondary program - 23 komera graduates participated in a 9 month program to transition to advanced education, including intensive english classes, leadership development classes, computer classes, and business development. In addition, komera supports 22 students with scholarships to universities in rwanda, providing continuing education opportunities and opening doors to future career paths.
scholarship - komera provides 72 young women with full board and tuition to 5 local boarding schools. Komera scholars also receive school supplies, uniforms and clothing, personal hygiene items, healthcare and transport to and from school. Students were visited at least once a month by the komera social worker.
leadership and mentorship - komera hosted three leadership academies during the school year. Students spent between 3-6 days and nights with komera staff. It is an important time to build community, trust and plans for the future. Students were trained on health, leadership skills, and how they can be community based leaders.