On November 8, 2026, the British NGO URBOND Child Education organized the fifth edition of its semi-marathon in Dubréka, Guinea. The event aimed to raise awareness among parents about the importance of educating their children, with a focus on young girls. Local authorities, elected officials, community leaders, and numerous children participated in the event, promoting the message of education for all. The semi-marathon was an opportunity for participants to encourage parents to enroll and keep their children in school.
URBOND Child Education has been actively involved in promoting education in Guinea for several years. The organization has sponsored hundreds of vulnerable children and constructed school infrastructure in Dubréka. According to Ibrahima Dramé, President of URBOND, the organization's message is simple: encourage parents to let their children go to school and learn. He emphasized that education is crucial for the development of the country and that the organization will continue to work towards this goal.
The semi-marathon was not only a awareness campaign but also an opportunity for URBOND Child Education to highlight its other initiatives. The organization has partnerships with other entities to provide vocational training and facilitate access to employment for young people. Local authorities have expressed their support for these initiatives, which aim to benefit vulnerable children and encourage them to remain in the education system.
The event was attended by several personalities, including elected officials from the prefecture. Deputy of Dubréka praised URBOND Child Education for its commitment to promoting education, particularly for young girls. She described the organization as a model and expressed her pleasure at participating in the event.
The Direction communale de la jeunesse also supported the event, emphasizing the need to accompany children from vulnerable families. The director communal de la jeunesse encouraged the organization to continue its efforts to support these children and help them contribute to the development of the country.
The semi-marathon was a success, with many citizens and community actors participating and showing their support for education. URBOND Child Education aims to continue its efforts to promote education, particularly for young girls, and to ensure that no child is deprived of their right to education.
The organization has been working in Guinea for seven years and plans to continue its activities in the country. With its various initiatives, URBOND Child Education is making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children and promoting a brighter future for them. The semi-marathon was a testament to the organization's commitment to education and its importance for the development of Guinea.
Key points
- URBOND Child Education's efforts to promote education in Guinea, particularly for young girls.
