Sategui Plains

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The community of Sategui Plains has graduated

In 2019, the community has transitioned from sponsorship to self-sufficiency and World Vision is no longer on site. Local people and organizations have been equipped to take over and lead the community's development - and that is something to celebrate!

Community
Impact

With the help of your generous and loving support, life in Sategui Plains has transformed. Children and families are much stronger now. The community has met its goals, and its members are working together to tackles new ones. Your support will have a lasting impact for years to come.

The Sategui Plains community is near the city of Lai, in southern Chad. This area is unique in terms of its diversity because many people from different ethnicities have migrated here in search of work. It's mostly dry and hot throughout the year, except for about four to five months when there's rain and flooding of the Logone River. Most people in Sategui Plains farm, which is the mainstay of the economy. Rice is the main crop and some people also plant sorghum.

People in Sategui Plains are celebrating that they are now empowered to move forward without World Vision’s presence. Here are some of the accomplishments:

Child Protection

18 people learned how to work with local authorities and influence decisions to improve services and child well-being
2 child parliaments are empowering young people to advocate for their rights and participate in community decisions
2,464 community members learned about child rights and protection issues to help ensure children's safety and participation
24 children were rescued from early marriage thanks to the child protection systems established by the community
3,812 people participated in campaigns to educate the public about child rights and safety

Education

1,266 parents learned about the importance of education and how to support their child’s learning
12 youth who dropped out of school were reintegrated to the education system with the help of local volunteers
145 children are participating in cultural and recreational clubs, learning new things and having fun
203 teachers learned child-friendly teaching methods to improve the quality of education for children
350 children are participating clubs that nurture their faith in God and equip them with positive values

Health

1 health facility was improved with renovations to better care for children and families
123 malnourished have reached a healthier weight after participating in a nutrition program
160 women were counselled on how to properly care for themselves and their babies during and after pregnancy
58 health workers were trained to provide quality health services, especially for women and children
885 malnourished children were enrolled in nutritional programs and monitored to ensure they are growing healthy

Livelihood

10 savings groups are helping children and adults save money and access loans to grow businesses or cover basic expenses
200 people are part of savings groups, helping them meet their financial needs and access small loans
222 people received vocational, business and finance training, improving their opportunities to earn a steady income

Water, Sanitation and Hygiene

1 renovated water source is providing access to safe water, protecting children against waterborne diseases
19,626 people learned about the importance of water safety, proper sanitation and hygiene to stay healthy
3,565 community members are benefitting from improved latrines and have better access to sanitation
300 children have safe water for drinking and cooking thanks to improved water sources
713 new latrines are granting families better access to sanitation and helping to protect children from illness

Stories for You

Parents learn the value of health centres

Clean Water Aids Education

Young boy, wise man

Explore Sategui Plains

current conditions

To protect the privacy of children, this map shows only the general area of the community, not the exact location.

Life cycle of a sponsorship community

Sategui Plains has completed Phase 3 in 2019.

PHASE 3: Enhance sustainability

Children and families enjoy improved living conditions. They're ready to become independent and continue the work you helped start. We invite you to help another child and community!