I have been a scholar at the ALiVE Academy since 2021. I joined the academy to deepen my understanding of life skills and values — how they work, why they matter, and how they can be applied both within and beyond education systems. Most importantly, I wanted to learn how these skills can be measured to track progress.
Through the Academy, I have gained a deeper understanding of the nature and characteristics of these skills, their importance, and how they cut across different areas of life. I have also had a chance to apply what I have learned by working with education systems in Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda — exploring how these skills can be integrated, nurtured, and assessed in schools.
One of my favourite parts of the academy is the learning approach: we learn by doing, and mistakes are seen as valuable steps in the learning process. I am grateful to continue building my capacity and hope to support the next generation in gaining these essential skills through education.
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