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As the head of the Guidance and Counselling at nearby Wareng High School, Lany* was overwhelmed by issues of substance abuse, absenteeism, teen pregnancy and ill-discipline. Through a partnership with Edmund Rice Eldoret Empowerment Program (EREEP) that’s changing. Students gained access to life skills and human rights training, helping them to reimagine their futures and grow both academically and personally. Lany also learned new ways to connect and counsel students, building better connections.
“My engagement with EREEP has made me a better teacher, leader and improved my counselling skills. I now understand my students more deeply and support them more effectively. My connection with EREEP also taught me how to work with other organisations outside the teaching community to benefit students.”
*not her real name
