Welcome to REACH BACK

At REACH BACK, we are committed to transforming lives and building resilient communities.

Our mission is to raise the next generation of leaders and provide an enabling environment to them to effectively reach back and champion change in their own communities through our Reach One Teach One programs (ROTO programs).

In schools and our established Temporary Learning Spaces (TLS) in both normal and emergency situations, we run these Reach One Teach One programs to ensuring that children aged 4-17 and youth aged 18-35

• Have access to quality education, technology and literacy.
• Benefit from WASH and basic healthcare services.
• Are protected from exploitation, neglect, abuse and violence.
• Adopt friendly environmental practices.
• Gain essential hands-on skills and soft skills.
• Freely exercise their civic responsibilities.
• Actively participate in extracurricular activities.
• Showcase and preserve their culture.

  In crisis affected areas such as in the NWSW regions of Cameroon, we set up Temporary Learning Spaces (TLS) which also serve as Child Friendly Spaces (CFS).

  In our Temporary Learning Spaces, affected children and youth benefit from quality education, psychosocial support, a safe environment and the possibility of being re-integrated into formal schools.

  In order to effectively operate these Temporary Learning Spaces (TLS), we implement the following structured and impactful programs.

  • We implement foundational courses in reading, writing, and math for children who may have missed or lagged in schooling through our ROTO Basic Literacy and Numeracy program.
  • We offer vocational training in fields like tailoring, computer skills, carpentry, manicure, pedicure, barbering, hairdressing especially for older youth through our ROTO Sustainable Livelihood program which aligns with our goal of fostering hands-on skills.
  • We conduct regular workshops and training on PSEA (Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) to raise awareness, create safe spaces, and report incidents effectively.
  • We engage trained facilitators to support children with trauma recovery activities, creating a healing environment through play therapy, art, or music therapy.
  • We maintain clean water sources and sanitation facilities while educating children on hygiene practices, recycling and waste management to prevent diseases and preserve their local environment.
  • We handle Case Management, do referrals and provide the possibility of children being re-integrated into formal schools.
  • And More...

  In our Child Friendly Spaces, we thrive to provide a nurturing environment where affected children and youth feel safe, engaged, and supported. In addition to the activities run within the TLS, we carry out the following CFS activities:

  • We use preloaded interactive radio lessons, especially in emergency settings, to cover core subjects.
  • We organize soccer, basketball, and group games to improve physical health and social interaction.
  • We let children explore their creativity through drawing, painting, and crafts.
  • We organize interactive sessions on civic duties, respect for others, and community involvement.
  • We organize traditional music, dances, or storytelling sessions to foster cultural identity.
  • And More...

  These Temporal Learning Spaces and Children Friendly Spaces, are managed by highly trained ROTO supervisors and facilitators in psychosocial support, teaching methodologies, and child protection.

  In the NWSW regions of Cameroon, we currently run 03 Temporary Learning Spaces: 01 in Buea, precisely in Bokwaongo; 01 in Bamenda, precisely in Mile 90 Nsongwa; and 01 in Banso, precisely in Kingomen village.

  In formal schools, we collaborate with the school administration to strengthen and reinforce the following.

  1. ACCESS TO QUALITY EDUCATION:

     Here, we collaborate with the school administration to create supportive learning environments, provide essential resources, and engage stakeholders in several innovative ways.
     

  2. WASH and basic Healthcare services (Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene promotion):

     Here, we work closely with the school administration and ROTO WASH – Health Club of the school to improve student and teacher health, attendance, and overall well-being.
     

  3. CHILD PROTECTION (Prevention of and Response to Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation and Violence against Children):

     To reinforce Child protection in schools, we collaborate very closely with the school administration and school counselors to create a safe, supportive, and responsive environments.
     

  4. GREEN SCHOOLS:

     We champion the ROTO GREEN SCHOOL initiative by integrating sustainability, environmental stewardship, and eco-friendly practices into school programs, especially in the communities it serves to build a generation of eco-conscious students who actively contribute to sustainable development in their country.
     

  5. SCHOOL GOVERNANCE AND EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:

     In very close collaboration with the school administration, students and teachers, we promote school governance and extracurricular activities by empowering students to actively participate in school management, decision-making, and engaging in enriching, skill-building activities.
     

  In conclusion, we currently run Temporary Learning Spaces in Buea, Bamenda and Banso. And work in close collaboration with some schools in Buea but we intend to extend to other schools and set up more Temporary Learning Spaces in the NWSW regions and country at large depending on our resources. We are moving one step at a time.

  Join us in our mission in creating a brighter, more sustainable future for all. Together, we can reach back and lift up.