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Global Grant Proposal Form for Project G-3583 Last updated by Zubair Bakubye <zubairsb@yahoo.com> on 13-Mar-25 Project Title ITT-Africa, School of Health S Type of Project [ ] Humanitarian [ ] VTT [ ] Scholarship Primary Host Partner Information
Primary International Partner Information
Grant Host Committee
Grant International Committee
Do any of these committee members have potential conflict of interest? If so, please briefly explain. None Tell us a little about your project. What are the main objectives of the project, and who will benefit from it? The ITT-Africa School of Health Science, Entrepreneurship, Technology, and Innovation project, is a transformative educational initiative in Bugiri, Uganda. The project aims to address critical local challenges—such as high unemployment, inadequate healthcare, limited digital literacy, and lack of entrepreneurial skills—by providing targeted education and training in health sciences, entrepreneurship, and technology. ITT-Africa envisions itself as a leading institution that equips students with practical skills for sustainable development, empowering them to become community change-makers and global contributors. Main Objectives of the Project Provide Quality Education and Training: Develop a curriculum focused on health sciences, entrepreneurship, and technology to meet local (Uganda) and continental(Africa) job market demands and foster self-employment. Promote Digital Literacy and Access: Equip students and community members with essential digital skills and internet access to bridge the technology gap. Enhance Community Health Knowledge: Educate students on health practices, hygiene, and preventive care to improve overall community health and reduce disease transmission. Support Economic Empowerment: Foster entrepreneurship and small business development to generate local employment opportunities and stimulate economic growth. Advance Sustainability and Innovation: Cultivate a culture of sustainability by integrating friendly environmental practices into the curriculum and promoting lifelong learning and innovation. Beneficiaries Youth and Adults in Bugiri: Students will gain skills that improve their employability, create self-employment opportunities, and foster community leadership. Healthcare Workers and Community Health Advocates: Health-focused programs will equip graduates to promote and implement better health practices within the community. Local Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses: Aspiring business owners will benefit from entrepreneurial training, mentorship, and potential access to small grants for business startups. The Wider Community: With better-trained health workers, increased digital literacy, and improved local businesses, the overall quality of life in Bugiri will rise, contributing to sustainable community development. Through this initiative, ITT-Africa aims to uplift Bugiri's socio-economic status, reduce poverty, and set a model for impactful educational excellence and community empowerment. Which area of focus will this project support?
Which goals of this area of focus will your project support? - How will you measure your project impact?
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Cooperating Organization (Optional)
Why did you choose to partner with this organization and what will its role be? - Partners (Optional) List any other partner that will participate in this project. Bugiri Local Governments. Local and International clubs, including rotary districts. MUCOBADI and extra. Volunteer Travelers (Optional) Provide name, email of traveler(s). - Describe this person's role in the project. - Rotarian Participants Describe the role that host Rotarians will have in this project. Roles and Responsibilities of the Host Rotary Club: Local Project Management: The host club and ITT-Africa will handle the oversight, including coordinating with local stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers. Community Engagement: Host club members will play a vital role in engaging the community, promoting awareness about the project’s objectives, and encouraging local participation. They will also work closely with ITT-Africa and community leaders to gain trust and support. Monitoring and Reporting: They will Regularly monitor and truck the project's progress. The host club will be responsible for reporting updates to the international sponsor club, documenting milestones, and identifying any challenges. Resource Allocation and Use: Will Manage funds received from the international sponsor, overseeing that resources are used efficiently, and ensuring transparency in financial matters. Training and Capacity Building: Depending on the project’s needs, the host club and ITT-Africa will coordinate training sessions for partners, especially to manage facilities, maintain equipment, or handle specific aspects like internet and computer usage. Roles and Responsibilities of the International Sponsoring Rotary Club: Funding and Resource Mobilization: The international club will lead in securing funding, through grants, fundraising, and donations from partner organizations, to ensure the project has the financial resources needed for completion. Technical Assistance and Expertise: The International club will identify specialized knowledge, technology, and equipment that will benefit the project. They will offer expertise in project management, educational technology, and health initiatives to support ITT-Africa’s vision. Monitoring and Support Visits: Members of the sponsoring club will periodically visit (if feasible) to offer hands-on support, assess project progress, and strengthen partnerships. This involvement will foster mutual understanding and improves accountability. Capacity-Building Workshops: The international club will organize virtual or in-person workshops, particularly on best practices in education, technology use, and entrepreneurship, which align with ITT-Africa’s objectives. Describe the role that international Rotarians will have in this project. The partnership between the host and international Rotary club for the ITT-Africa project was established through personal connections with a Rotarian who originally comes from the host country, enhancing mutual understanding and alignment on project goals. This personal foundation strengthens trust and shared commitment, as both clubs are invested in supporting sustainable development initiatives in the host community. Formation and Agreement Details: Shared Vision and Goals: Through initial conversations, both clubs aligned on the goals of the ITT-Africa project, prioritizing education, technology, and health improvements in Bugiri. They established a common understanding of the project’s impact on the community and defined long-term goals. Mutual Commitment and Agreement: Both clubs agreed to formalize their roles and responsibilities, focusing on transparency, resource allocation, and active engagement with the community. This partnership agreement includes clauses on financial accountability, regular communication, and reporting structures to ensure the project's success. Monitoring and Evaluation Protocols: To ensure continued alignment, the clubs have agreed on a set protocol for monitoring and evaluation, including regular status updates, impact assessments, and corrective actions if needed. They have committed to a process of joint decision-making for major changes, fostering a collaborative approach to addressing any challenges. Managing Challenges: Clear Communication Channels: Both clubs agreed to establish regular communication, using digital platforms for updates, check-ins, and troubleshooting. These communication routines will help prevent misunderstandings and keep both clubs informed of progress and emerging issues. Financial Transparency and Accountability: With a structured financial plan, both clubs will ensure that funds are properly managed. Regular financial audits and reporting will help maintain transparency, allowing any discrepancies to be quickly identified and resolved. Risk Management and Problem Solving: The clubs have identified potential risks and set up a problem-solving framework. This approach allows both clubs to act swiftly in the event of delays, logistical challenges, or community-related issues, using an adaptive project management style to stay responsive to the community’s needs. Conclusion: With a foundation built on trust, shared vision, and structured agreements, the partnership between the international and host Rotary clubs has the tools to execute the ITT-Africa project effectively. By prioritizing communication, transparency, and collaborative problem-solving, we aim to overcome challenges and ensure that the project delivers lasting benefits to the Bugiri community. What is the budget for this grant?
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Humanitarian Projects - Project Planning Describe the community needs that your project will address. - How did your project team identify these needs. - How were members of the benefiting community involved in finding solutions. - How were community members involved in planning the project. - Humanitarian Projects - Project Implementation Summarize each step of your project's implementation.
Will you work in coordination with any related initiative in the community? If yes, briefly describe the other initiatives and how they relate to this project. If no, please explain. Are local initiatives not addressing these needs? Or, if they are, why did you decide not to work with them? - Please describe the training, community outreach, or educational programs this project will include. - How were these needs identified? - What incentives (for example, monetary compensation, awards, certification, or publicity), will you use, if any, to encourage community members to participate in the project? - List any community members or community groups that will oversee the continuation of the project after grant-funded activities conclude. - Budget Will you purchase budget items from local vendors? Explain the process you used to select vendors. - Did you use competitive bidding to select vendors? If no, please explain. - Please provide an operating and maintenance plan for the equipment or materials you purchased for this project. This plan should include who will operate and maintain the equipment and how they will be trained. - Describe how community members will maintain the equipment after grant-funded activities conclude. Will replacement parts be available? - If the grant will be used to purchase any equipment, will the equipment be culturally appropriate and conform to the community's technology standards? If yes, please explain. If no, describe how the project team will help community members adopt the technology. - After the project is completed, who will own the items purchased by grant funds? No items may be owned by a Rotary district, club, or member. - Funding Have you found a local funding source to sustain project outcomes for the long term? If yes, please describe this funding source. - Will any part of the project generate income for ongoing project funding? If yes, please explain. - Is your economic and community development activity a microcredit project? If yes, upload your microcredit supplement file. - | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||