Children and teachers engage in hands-on education, critical thinking, and mutual respect.
Teacher training for schools seeking to find a more effective way to teach.
Empowering children to become literate by reading and writing in their native language.
Seven Matènwa graduates are now continuing their university education—fully supported for the year—thanks to this community.
Students cultivate organic produce, practice environmental stewardship.
Inspiring meaningful exchanges that strengthen community ties and inspire collaborative learning.
Nurturing creative expression by supporting women artisans.
Help students and families care for elders and build lasting food security.
Matènwa grads who've earned full-tuition scholarships need your help to cover costs like housing, meals, books, and more.
Join us live from Matènwa for a special Close the Gap gathering with Chris Low on her 65th birthday. https://vimeo.com/1191660847?fl=pl&fe=sh You’ll meet Cherica, a student who found safety and a place to learn at Matènwa; Kenny, a parent whose children have been welcomed and respected; and Louiseda, an MCLC graduate now teaching at the school […]