Send a Cow
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Send a Cow is a Christian charity that enables poor farmers in Africa to become self-sufficient by providing them with livestock, training and advice. They work with some of the most vulnerable groups in Africa, including children orphaned by war, families affected by AIDS, and disabled people. An animal brings many benefits to a poor family. Its milk, eggs or meat enrich the family's diet. Any surplus can be sold to bring in an extra income. And the animal's manure is vital for improving soil, so a family can grow more vegetables to eat and to sell. Send a Cow works in ten African countries, sourcing all of its livestock in Africa itself and placing a great emphasis on training in natural, organic farming techniques that are great for crop production and the environment. They provide a variety of livestock including cows (of course!), goats, bee hives, sheep, oxen, bulls and trees - all of these are given with thorough training. Their work is long term and benefits whole communities - recipients agree to 'pass on' their first female offspring and knowledge to another poor family and so on. To find out more visit www.sendacow.org.uk where you will also find: FUNDRAISING IDEAS & PACKS for schools that want to get directly involved with the work of Send a Cow in providing training and animals. LESSON DOWNLOADS for class work and assemblies - with an emphasis on practical and visual activities. Resources are grouped by subject area and are linked to learning objectives within the curriculum. PRINTED RESOURCES for your classroom, including several posters packed with lesson ideas and interesting info straight from Africa. COWFORCE WEBSITE designed to be used by children and teachers - a fun and captivating way to learn about Africa, poverty and Send a Cow. GREEN FINGERED IDEAS, a great way for children to get their hands dirty by growing plants and to learn about food in Africa - no garden required!
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