TheAfrican Fair Trade Society(AFTS) board members are responsible for assessing the village of Dakateli and targeting families most at risk of being unable to send their children toschool. Their findings are then presented to the board for examination. All members of the board can bring cases related toeducationand health to the board for examination.
We assess families in the Dakateli village to identify those most at risk of being unable to send their children to school, then provide targeted educational support.
Our board members evaluate community needs, review individual cases, and collectively decide how education and health support are distributed fairly and responsibly.
Yes, our board reviews both education- and health-related cases to ensure families receive holistic support that improves long-term well being and learning opportunities.
The AFTS raised funds for the building of a college in Senegal. Our team had been asked by the “Parents Association of Students of Dakateli” to help with the building and operating costs of a new college built by World Vision in Senegal. World Vision approached the Parents Association about building a new college that would eventually be operated by the government. In order for this project to succeed, World Vision needed the local villagers to contribute 10% of the cost associated with this project. The college was completed by late 2013. Even though World Vision has asked for a small percentage of the total cost, the Parent Association knows how poor most people are in the village. They simply cannot come up with this money alone. The AFTS, in partnership with the Parent Association, would like to thank you for helping support this college. By purchasing our products from the AFTS, you are helping make the dreams of so many students come true. We will be posting updates about the college, so check back soon!
We helped raise funds to support the local Parent Association when World Vision required a community contribution to build and operate the Dakateli college, ensuring the project could move forward.
World Vision required local villagers to contribute 10% of the project cost. Because many families could not afford this, we partnered with the Parent Association to help bridge the gap.
When customers purchase our products, a portion of the proceeds supports educational initiatives like the Dakateli College, helping students access schooling they otherwise might not have.
As part of Ba Cisse’s trip home to Senegal, he decided to help out a very desperate school. To read about his journey home and the remarkable story about a school in need, please read A Chair for All.
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We partner with local groups to fund educational initiatives, including assisting with the building and operating costs of a college in Dakateli, Senegal, helping families who otherwise could not send children to school.
Our board assesses families in Dakateli who are at risk of not affording school, and works alongside the community to ensure students receive support and educational opportunities.
When you purchase our products, part of the proceeds go toward educational support in rural West Africa, including school operating costs and programs like school lunch initiatives.
I love knowing that my support helps children in Dakateli access education. The programs are transparent and genuinely impactful.
Supporting African Fair Trade Society gives me peace of mind. Every purchase contributes directly to meaningful educational initiatives.
The work done with Dakateli College is inspiring. Seeing the students benefit makes me proud to be part of this mission.
I appreciate the clarity and accountability of their education programs. Funds are used responsibly, and the results truly help the community.
Being able to contribute to education in West Africa while purchasing quality products makes me feel connected and purposeful.
Customers praise the organization for its transparency, meaningful impact, and support for students in Dakateli, noting how their contributions directly improve educational opportunities.
Yes, supporters trust that funds are used responsibly to build schools, support students, and provide long-term educational benefits to West African communities.
