So Others May Learn

No matter how hard we try, we'll never be able to capture the impact of your generosity as deeply as our scholars can.

We can celebrate what your support makes possible. Our scholars can help you feel it.

Today's comes from Shearize Phiri, a university student in Zimbabwe, whose handwritten letter to her sponsors says more than we ever could. ✍️

Last week, our executive director (Kristina Chien) traveled to Africa with her family and some donors to experience So Others May Learn up close – more on this soon!

To facilitate a meeting between the traveling team and some of our scholars, Evidence would arrange for four scholars to converge at Shumba Camp in Kafue National Park, Zambia. Between them (Shownear, Cornelius, Astridah, and Jennifer), the four scholars would travel a minimum distance of 700 miles from different parts of Zambia.

The trip became much more than just a meeting, though.

At Shumba Camp, the scholars were treated as honored guests. They would also enjoy the thrill of going on a safari. For sure, the highlight of the trip was getting to step inside a plane for the first time. Courtesy of some strings Evidence was able to pull, Cornelius and Jennifer actually experienced their very first flight! When they learned they would be flying to the capital, Lusaka, they got teary-eyed, to say the least.

We’ll let these photos and videos do the rest of the talking. ❤️

Behind every scholar is a support system that believes in them.

A meeting at Arena Mall in Kampala brought together Muzaifa and two of our university scholars, Ronald and Isabella, for conversation, encouragement, and the renewal of scholarship contracts.

Over lunch, Ronald and Isabella confided in Muzaifa about individual challenges they’ve been navigating. Drawing from both personal and professional experience, Muzaifa shared advice and perspective, especially concerning academics and life skills.

The day also included time spent shopping together at a supermarket and clothing stores – simple experiences that capture the heart of mentorship.

Ronald and Isabella both express profound gratitude for the continued support shaping their futures. 🙏