In western Mauritania, a community of Daughters of Charity lives in Atar, deep in the desert. The sisters are devoted to the education of children and the formation and integration of young people and women. The population lacks everything and is mostly idle.

“Too often idle, the children play with car wheels that they drag through the sand. Young people and mothers are often in front of the TV (at home or with neighbors who have one) because they have nothing else to do, with no expectations for the future”. Sister Diala

The project “My village at the end of the world ” has made it possible to set up 2 tents to offer workshops and social interaction to these young people and their mothers, especially during the months when the heat can reach 50-60 degrees Celsius (120-140 fahrenheit).

Sister Diala tells us:

“To take advantage of the cooler months, we started in December to organize activities/workshops in French for youth from 15 years old and up, art and drawing for children from 8 to 14 years old, and soccer for children and youth from 8 years old and up.

For this purpose, 4 teachers have been hired and 2 temporary tents have been erected pending their permanent installation at the beginning of the new school year.

The impact of this project has been very positive, given the progress made in French, drawing and art tests, and the sporting boost provided by the soccer matches held with neighboring districts.

Tekbir, a mother of 3 children and a kindergarten teacher, lives in a precarious situation. She attends French classes with great assiduity. She can now express herself and write in French, and shows a real interest in learning. She has regained confidence in herself and her abilities, and we plan to continue her training so that she can become the director of the kindergarten run by the sisters.

Other mothers have persevered in their French classes, which has required a great effort on their part, given the fatigue caused by the heat, which reached 43 degrees Celsius in March! (110 Fahrenheit)

In total, 55 people benefited from the workshops. Our target is 200 people, including women who will be offered training, especially in saponification (soap making).

Thanks to the massive mobilization of Rosalie Project donors, in particular the schools that have chosen this project for Lent, the amount raised has far exceeded its funding goal. Thus, activities will continue until the end of 2025, educational support will be provided to primary school pupils and motivated teachers will be able to supervise the children and women.

“May the smiles that you sow today on the lips of these people
abundant fruits of happiness, fraternity and love in their lives. Thank you.”
Sister Diala Kassably

Sr Diala Kassably
Source: projets-rosalie.com