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Zambia - Transforming communities through education
Our programmes in Zambia transport not only academic knowledge to the poorest children, but especially focus on social skills like empathy, critical thinking or creativity. Essential skills to become self-reliant young adults which are able to lead themselves, their communities and countries into a brighter future. In addition, we have a strong emphasis on vocational training, teaching the youth well-thought after skills and thus opening up their horizons.
Why we are here
Extreme poverty, early marriage, and cultural expectations keep young people, particularly girls, out of school. Even when education is accessible, it often lacks the critical vocational training that could empower students to secure sustainable livelihoods. With digital skills in demand and agricultural science critical to Zambia's growing economy, the gap between what is taught and what is needed continues to widen.
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Comprehensive support for future leaders
Our flagship programme Future Leaders offers residential scholarships to the brightest children from the most disadvantaged communities. Students in this programme receive holistic education, leadership training, and vocational skills, ensuring they are academically prepared to help themselves and become leaders who can uplift their communities.
SkillsHub
This initiative equips teenagers and young mothers with essential vocational skills in digital literacy and agricultural sciences, paving the way for sustainable employment. In addition to providing childcare and basic supplies like menstrual products, we particularly focus on giving young women the tools to thrive in modern Zambia.
Edulution
A key SkillsHub partner, Edulution employs many Future Leaders alumni to deliver innovative tablet-based numeracy programmes to children nationwide.
My life has been shaped by Pestalozzi. I learned how to use my head, heart, and hands. With this knowledge, I initiated a ‘Girl Up’ team in Maheba refugee camp, focusing on helping girls uplift their standards, especially those who became pregnant but still want to continue with their education.
Denise Kisimba, Zambia
A worldwide network of leaders and changemakers
Our support does not stop with the completion of our programmes. We not only cultivate a network of our worldwide alumni but also keep supporting them. Various training options and mentorships shall help them succeed as young self-reliant adults, as entrepreneurs and agents of positive change.
Pestalozzi International writes success stories
"I got the love and care I needed at Pestalozzi Zambia, and that transformed my life. The skills and values I learned—using my head, heart, and hands—helped me become a clinical instructor and midwife. Now, I help thousands of women and teenagers understand their sexual health and ensure safe births."
Prisca Mulongo graduated from our Future Leaders Programme and now works at a hospital in Luapula Province.
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