-By Nyasha Matavire; Executive Director (CLUBHOUSE Zimbabwe) There is this program on TV that I used to hate, it showed people in dire situations and who genuinely needed help. People … Continue reading FROM HELPLESSNESS TO CHANGING THE WORLD
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MAY THE REAL HEROES PLEASE STAND UP…
Adrian Masunda, one of our students, clearly revelling in the opportunity granted to him by you-our heroes. “Hero:1.a man of distinguished courage or ability, admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. 2.a person who, in the opinion of others, has heroic qualities or has performed a heroic act and is regarded as a model or ideal” dictionary.com The idea of a hero is one of humanity’s … Continue reading MAY THE REAL HEROES PLEASE STAND UP…
LETTERS FROM THE CLUBHOUSE CHILDREN
(CLUBHOUSE Directors Mishelle Mavima and Nyasha Matavire look over the appications in Harare, Zimbabwe) With your donations and support, CLUBHOUSE was able to pay the term’s tuition for 11 primary … Continue reading LETTERS FROM THE CLUBHOUSE CHILDREN
HAPPY WORLD HUMANITARIAN DAY!
This past Sunday (August 19) marked the UN’s World Humanitarian Day, designated to recognize those who face danger and adversity in order to help others. The day was institutionalized by the General Assembly … Continue reading HAPPY WORLD HUMANITARIAN DAY!
DONATE TO THE FIRST CLUBHOUSE SCHOLARSHIP!
This week, our children in Zimbabwe finished their second term of the year. In about a month, they start their third term!Here is your opportunity to help CLUBHOUSE raise a … Continue reading DONATE TO THE FIRST CLUBHOUSE SCHOLARSHIP!
MANDELA @94: A GLIMPSE INTO THE AURA OF A LEGEND
On July 18th, the world joined South Africa in celebrating Madiba’s 94th birthday. Although Nelson Mandela often casts a divisive shadow (especially in retrospect, as the rich-poor disparity in South Africa has … Continue reading MANDELA @94: A GLIMPSE INTO THE AURA OF A LEGEND
LIMITLESS: THE STRENGTH OF AN ORGANIZED, EDUCATED YOUTH
This past week, the world commemorated the International Day of the African Child. Made official by the Organization of African Unity (now the African Union) on June 16, 991, the holiday remembers the … Continue reading LIMITLESS: THE STRENGTH OF AN ORGANIZED, EDUCATED YOUTH
WHAT IS AFRICA REALLY MAD ABOUT?
Africa Unity Day 2012 has been and gone (May 25.) Here is an article that our International Director published for the Rogue Scholar Society in commemoration of the day. The … Continue reading WHAT IS AFRICA REALLY MAD ABOUT?
ZIMBABWE AT 32: A SOCIETY ON THE REBOUND?
By: Shingi Mavima: CLUBHOUSE International Executive Director Today, … Continue reading ZIMBABWE AT 32: A SOCIETY ON THE REBOUND?
LOONEY’S PUB FUNDRAISER THIS WEEKEND!!
As we continue our campaign to raise tuition funds for primary school kids in Southern Africa, we will be partnering with Looney’s Pub in College Park, Maryland (USA) this weekend. … Continue reading LOONEY’S PUB FUNDRAISER THIS WEEKEND!!