Every year , the world pauses to celebrate the World Teachers’ Day which is held annually on 5 October to celebrate all teachers around the globe.
At 40 Days Over 40 Smiles Foundation (4040), we have seen first-hand how powerful good teachers can be. Through our Angaza Outreach Program (AOP) and the Angaza Resource Centre (ARC), teachers and volunteer educators have played a vital role in helping children in underserved communities gain not just literacy and numeracy skills, but also confidence and hope for a brighter future.
They are the ones who spark a love for learning, instill values and open doors of opportunity for children who might otherwise be left behind.
A teacher’s role often goes beyond academics. For many children, especially those in underserved communities, a teacher can be a mentor, a role model, and sometimes the only person who consistently believes in their potential.
Yet, we are also mindful of the challenges teachers face in Uganda and across the globe . Overcrowded classrooms, limited teaching resources, and sometimes very little recognition for the enormous work they do.Despite these hurdles, teachers continue to show up, often going the extra mile to ensure no child is left behind. Their resilience mirrors the very lessons they teach about perseverance and hope.
The mission of 4040 has always been to improve quality of learning for underprivileged children and communities. But we know this mission is only possible because of the partnership and commitment of teachers and volunteers who walk this journey with us.
We believe that when teachers are empowered, children are empowered. And when children are empowered, communities are transformed.
As we celebrate World Teachers’ Day, we not only honour the past and present contributions of teachers but also commit to supporting them in the future.it is our collective responsibility as parents, communities, organizations, and leaders to ensure teachers have the tools, respect, and support they need to continue their life-changing work.
To every teacher reading this: thank you. Thank you for your patience, your sacrifices, your belief in the impossible, and for planting seeds that will bear fruit for generations to come.
Happy World Teachers’ Day from all of us at 40 Days Over 40 Smiles Foundation.
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