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At Community Bank Buninyong, we’re proud to support the incredible work of the Aboriginal Literacy Foundation helping local students gain the skills and confidence they need to succeed. 💖 Our funding has helped provide tutors for their After-School Literacy Tutoring Program, which runs four nights a week during school terms. With the disruptions caused by Covid lockdowns, this program has been a lifeline for students to catch up and thrive. 🌟 Aboriginal Literacy Foundation representative Christine Beswick said "This program fills students with hope for a bright future, and we couldn’t do it without support from organisations like Community Bank Buninyong". "We are encouraged to see the students improving in their literacy skills and confidence in themselves", she said. 💡 The Impact: ✅ Students are improving their literacy and numeracy skills in an Indigenous-friendly environment. ✅ Their confidence is soaring, empowering them to embrace education and aim high. ✅ The program fosters stronger connections between students, their schools and families. This is what community banking is all about — using profits to make a real difference. Over $2.25 million reinvested locally and counting. 🌏💖 @aboriginalliteracyfoundation #communitybankbuninyong #communitybanking #bendigobank #communityinvestment #lovebuninyong #buninyonglife #buninyong3357 #communityimpactstory #communitygold #weare3357 #visitballarat #goldfieldsregion #sparktank #sparktank2024 @communitybankbuninyong Community Bank Buninyong

On this Reconciliation Day, we reflect on the power of unity, understanding and the importance of coming together to build a better future for all. In South Africa, this day symbolizes the healing of our past and the collective effort to create a harmonious society. We believe that education is key to this transformation. By fostering inclusivity, encouraging diverse ideas and empowering young learners, we are creating a space where every child, regardless of background, can grow, learn and succeed together. #Siyafunda #SiyafundaEducation #FutureLeaders #FutureInnovators #IgnitingMinds #ShapingFutures #EmpoweringEducation #STEMEducation #ReconciliationDay

“Youth empowerment through education, skill development, and economic opportunity is the cornerstone of a thriving economy. Investing in our young minds today paves the way for a prosperous tomorrow." ~ Avuyile Xabadiya Founder and the Chairman of Avuyile Xabadiya-Mahamba Foundation #DecoratingLives #InspiringFutures #HumanDevelopment #CharityDrives #ChangingLives

Empower the Youth, Empower the Future. The DAYE Hub Africa is committed to creating significant social impact in the lives of the youth. We create hope and transformative sustainable development through youth empowerment programs that focuses on capacity building, personal development and economic growth opportunities. Our Vision: To Prepare the Young Mind for Excellence. 1. We Inform 2. We Educate 3. We Prepare #YouthDevelopment #YouthEmpowerment #SocialImpact #Education #EconomicGrowth #SDG4 #SDG8

"Why should Youth be #LeadingSDG4?" This is my why: As the Founder of Catering to Africans In Need (CAIN), I have mobilized over $200,000 and collaborated with more than 10 organizations and 200 youths across three continents to implement over ten transformative educational programs. These initiatives have empowered underprivileged African students with quality education and essential skills to break free from poverty and achieve global competitiveness. Among our most notable accomplishments is the establishment of a state-of-the-art community educational center in Lagos, Nigeria's largest underserved community, which provides FREE education and access to learning resources. Youth believe in a better future and youth are already taking action to achieve this future. We urge stronger partnerships with young people to incorporate diverse perspectives, foster innovation, and ensure inclusive, effective education systems that meet global learners' evolving needs. Together, let us ensure that youth and students are meaningfully engaged as partners in education decision-making at all levels. Happy International #YouthDay from the SDG4 Youth & Student Network! Follow Education 2030 UN and join the #LeadingSDG4 movement. #YouthDay #YouthEmpowerment #YouthLeadership #YoungVoices #FutureLeaders #YouthForChange #YouthRising #GlobalYouth #EmpowerYouth #YouthInAction #SDG4

Skill acquisition amongst youth is the key to unlocking a nation's potential. By equipping young minds with valuable skills, we can boost economic growth, reduce unemployment and poverty, and create a brighter future. Our recent skill acquisition program at the IDP camp is a step towards this vision. Let's continue to invest in the youth and watch them thrive. #YouthEmpowerment #SkillAcquisition #NationBuilding #RestoreMission #BenueMakurdi

“Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.” – Malcolm X The Challenge: In today’s world, a significant disparity exists, especially in underprivileged communities where children are routinely denied access to the comprehensive education and opportunities necessary for breaking the cycle of generational poverty. This systemic isolation not only prevents personal and economic growth but also perpetuates the socio-economic divide. Our Mission: “Bridges to Growth” aims to break this cycle by providing targeted educational interventions in financial literacy and career awareness. We empower students with life skills and broader perspectives to innovate and lead. 🌟 Initiative Recap: 📅 Date: Jun 15, 2024 🏫 School: Samaritan Help Mission 🌍 Impact: 400+ students 🤝 Collaborators: Pratham Education Foundation, Vittshala SRCC 👩💼 Team: Avanti Shroff (Project Lead), Sukanya Biswas, Niladri Sinha 📚 Details: Our session covered vocational opportunities, courses, and earning potentials. The financial literacy session introduced concepts like investing in stocks, financial goal-setting, UPI, and insurance, using engaging examples. The day concluded with a sponsored lunch, fostering community support and encouragement. Together, we’re building bridges to brighter tomorrows for these students. #EducationForAll #CareerAwareness #FinancialLiteracy #Empowerment #BridgesToGrowth #GlobalShapersKolkata #GlobalShapersCommunity #WorldEconomicForum

A moment that made me pause and reflect... Today, as I passed by a Bank of Abyssinia branch, I witnessed these young students searching through a trash can, looking for pens. It struck me deeply. This simple moment reminded me of the many ways our education system still falls short in empowering the future generation. It's not just about access to schools, it's about access to the tools and resources that allow children to succeed. A pen something so small should never be a barrier for any child. While there are many efforts to improve our educational infrastructure, moments like this remind us that there is still so much more to be done. We, as a society, need to do more than talk about change. We need to act, to support, to invest in the dreams and potential of every child. If our children are searching for a pen today, what will they be searching for tomorrow? Let this image remind us of our shared responsibility to nurture the next generation. The solutions are within reach if we all commit to making them happen. ➡️ Let's raise awareness. ➡️ Let's support educational initiatives. ➡️ Let's make sure no child is left behind. #EducationMatters #FutureGeneration #EmpowerChildren #AccessToEducation

At Project LENSED, we believe in empowering communities through skill-building and education. In December 2024, we conducted a training session in Ikoto on reusable sanitary pads and Adire (tie and dye). The session was a step toward financial independence and sustainable practices for young women. Hear from the Headteacher of Oke-Owa United Anglican Primary School as she shares her heartfelt appreciation for this initiative and its impact on her students and the community. Together, we’re creating brighter futures, one skill at a time. #ProjectLENSED #CommunityEmpowerment #SkillsForChange #Sustainability #tfnbtcproject Teach For Nigeria Teach For All Girls Not Brides: The Global Partnership to End Child Marriage Girls Education International Christiana Omosigho Foundation Ibrahim Onaneye Impact HER Africa SheLeads SHE LEADS Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) Mastercard Foundation Richard Ukeh Obiaraije Jonathan Period Talk With Bosede Period Poverty Global Fund for Women Omosola Oke IJEBU BUSINESS SCHOOL

CASE created the Opportunity and Inclusion Center (OIC) with the goal to drive change and provide social justice solutions that will advance education for all. The OIC's key priorities are to: • Identify and dismantle systemic barriers in advancement.  • Establish Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging acumen in the advancement profession. • Aid historically under-resourced institutions and Indigenous communities. • Cultivate and grow a diverse advancement pipeline for the profession. The OIC also offers various diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging programs for members along with an inclusion toolkit, resources to combat systems of inequality, and more! Explore everything the CASE OIC has to offer here: https://bit.ly/3AVxSJQ #DEIB #CASE50th