Volunteers kicked off Day 12 with an early start at 8am, setting out to make significant contributions in both education and health. Arriving at URBOND centre by 8:30am, the team divided into two groups to maximise impact. One team focused on revitalising the school’s library with a deep clean, while the other team headed to Primary School General Lansana Conte (GLS) to continue delivering essential dental hygiene workshops.

With a target of reaching 1,000 beneficiaries, volunteers sacrificed their lunch break to ensure they met their goal. At the library, the team swept, scrubbed, and tidied every corner, preparing the space for learning opportunities. Following the cleanup, volunteers organised English reading sessions for the children, aiming to improve literacy and language skills in the community.

Meanwhile, at GLS, a dedicated team led by volunteer Patrycja tackled the final sessions of the dental hygiene workshops. Reaching the 1,000 people milestone was essential, as dental infections pose severe health risks for local residents. Their efforts, which addressed proper oral care practices, mark a significant achievement in promoting long term community health.

With their goal accomplished, the volunteers returned to the URBOND centre, proud of their hard day’s work and the tangible impact they had made. Later that evening, the team was invited to a dinner hosted by the General, providing a moment of relaxation and gratitude after a fulfilling day of service and say goodbye.

Key Takeaway: The team’s accomplishments in education and health on Day 12 underscore the critical role of volunteerism in transforming communities, one workshop and lesson at a time.