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Our Process

Our Empower to Change process includes several key stages:

1. Identifying families in need:

We identify families who are unable to afford early childhood education. Empower to Change reaches out to communities, we collaborate with local organisations, and we leverage social networks to connect with families who will benefit from our support.

2. Assessing eligibility:

We carefully assess the eligibility of families based on predefined criteria, including household income, socio-economic background, and the child's age, to ensure that resources are directed at those who need them the most. Empower to Change supports children from 18 months to 6 years old to provide targeted assistance and resources during these crucial early developmental years.

3. Partnering with ECD centres

We establish partnerships with reputable ECD centres that align with our vision and values. We collaborate closely with these centres to ensure that the educational programmes and facilities meet the holistic needs of the children we support.

4. Providing financial support:

Once families are deemed eligible, Empower to Change covers the costs of early childhood education, which can include tuition fees, scholarships, and other costs.

5. Monitoring and evaluation:

Empower to Change maintains a monitoring and evaluation system to track the progress and impact of our initiatives. We assess the educational outcomes, wellbeing, and overall development of the children within our programme. This ensures we constantly measure the effectiveness of our programmes and can make data-driven decisions for continuous improvement.

6. Community engagement:

Empower to Change actively engages with the community, raising awareness about the importance of early childhood education and advocating for equal access to quality education for all children. We collaborate with local stakeholders, educators, and policymakers to promote policy changes that support our mission and amplify our impact.

Benefits for all

The value of effective Early Childhood Development in disadvantaged communities lies in its potential to uplift individuals, communities, and schools, while offering donors a chance to contribute to meaningful social change and long-term positive impact. Empower to Change aligns these interest and provides a powerful opportunity for sponsors and donors who seek to make a difference in the lives of underprivileged children and their communities.

An Early Childhood Development programme in disadvantaged communities has the potential to:

  • Boost awareness of the need for effective ECD for all children
  • Attract the attention of relevant sponsors and donors through its efficacy
  • Enhance individual children's development and opportunities
  • Provide donors with a chance to have a lasting impact on the lives of the most vulnerable

Benefit to community

  • Enhanced community wellbeing and social cohesion
  • Reduced poverty and inequality
  • Improved prospects for overall community development

Benefit to children

  • Improved cognitive, social, and emotional development
  • Enhanced school readiness and academic achievement
  • Greater likelihood of breaking the cycle of poverty
  • Better long-term life outcomes and opportunities

Benefit to participating schools

  • Strengthened reputation as a provider of inclusive education

Benefit to donors

  • Opportunity to have a meaningful impact on children's lives
  • Aligned with social responsibility and philanthropic values
  • Positive brand reputation and recognition
  • Contribution to creating lasting change and empowering communities

“Research has shown time and time again, that infants who receive high quality child care and early education programs, do better in school, have more developed social skills, and display fewer behavioral problems.”

Judy Biggert