Our programmes

Education, training, health, solidarity and community development: explore ARESA’s activities.

What we do

Opportunities that
transform lives.

From education to health, training to social support, we work alongside people to respond to the needs of their communities.

Schoolgirl holding a notebook, illustrative photograph

Investing in education
is investing in the future.

A child supported. A young person trained. A lack of opportunity should never end a dream. We help children and young people learn, develop skills and find new paths forward.

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Education

Creating opportunities to learn and keep dreaming.

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We help children and young people enter the education system, connecting them with primary and secondary schools and universities.

  • Literacy and school support
  • Classes, skills development and educational talks
  • Guidance for young people
  • Scholarships and educational opportunities

Vocational training

Building skills today to transform tomorrow.

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Our courses and partnerships improve employability and help young people enter the workforce.

  • IT, Excel and Graphic Design
  • Human Resources and Entrepreneurship
  • Electrical Installation, Mechanics and Auto Electrics
  • Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
  • Sewing and Dressmaking, and Pastry Making
  • Financial Literacy
  • Early Childhood Education and Childcare
  • Elderly Care and Security Guard Training
  • Other vocational fields based on community needs

Scholarships

Financial hardship should never stand in the way of education.

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We support access to national and international opportunities for learning and qualifications.

  • Universities and secondary education institutions
  • Primary schools
  • Driving schools
  • Vocational training programmes

Youth

We believe in every young person’s potential.

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Young people are a vital force in Angola’s development. We help them discover their talents, develop skills and shape their future.

  • Skills development and guidance
  • Entrepreneurship and vocational training
  • Education and social inclusion

Women

Strong women build strong communities.

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We create spaces where women can learn, share experiences and develop new opportunities.

  • Conferences and talks
  • Training and guidance
  • Women’s entrepreneurship

Children and families

Protecting childhood means building the future.

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We support children and families facing vulnerability so that more children can grow up with protection, dignity and hope.

  • Education and social support
  • Food and community outreach
  • Activities supporting children’s overall development

Health and wellbeing

Caring for people also means saving lives.

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The Sorriso Marilinha project promotes oral health through free dental consultations in partnership with professionals and institutions.

  • Free dental consultations on Wednesdays
  • Oral health prevention and awareness
  • Community health initiatives and support

Entrepreneurship

Turning talents into income opportunities.

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Many people have talent but need guidance, knowledge and an opportunity to develop a business.

  • Talks, mentoring and business skills training
  • Guidance for small businesses and business ideas
  • Financial literacy and women’s entrepreneurship
  • Free advice on setting up companies, cooperatives and associations on Thursdays

Family farming

Growing food, livelihoods and local development.

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We aim to strengthen family and community farming to improve food security, generate income and support local development.

  • Agricultural production and farmer training
  • Community markets
  • Rural entrepreneurship

Social action and solidarity

Bringing hope wherever there is a need.

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We organise campaigns, donations and initiatives to support families, institutions and communities in need.

  • Distribution of food, clothing and essential goods
  • School supplies and support for children
  • Solidarity campaigns and community activities
  • Sopa Solidária on Saturdays, including support for people accompanying patients in hospitals

Culture, arts and sport

Talent can transform lives, too.

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Cultural and sporting activities encourage discipline, social inclusion and the discovery of talent.

  • Music and artistic development
  • Capoeira
  • Football

Literature and spiritual development

Reading, values and citizenship that strengthen lives.

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We distribute educational and values-based literature free of charge, encouraging reading, citizenship, stronger families and spiritual development.

WednesdaysFree dental consultations · Sorriso Marilinha
ThursdaysFree advice for companies, cooperatives and associations
SaturdaysSopa Solidária soup distribution for people in need

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Contact ARESA for information about training, scholarship opportunities, consultations and community activities.

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