Building work progressing on the training centre
We are so excited to see the new training centre taking shape in Soibada.
In conjunction with Pittwater Rotary, Pittwater Friends of Soibada are building a Training Centre and Guest House in Central Soibada. The building is currently under construction and expected to be completed by the end of this year.
See our building page for more information on building projects.
The aim of the project is to provide a training venue to facilitate educational programs for the community of Soibada. There will be accommodation that will enable NGOs to run aid programs in the village. It will also allow volunteer instructors from both Timor Leste and Australia to spend time in Soibada running educational programs.
Construction of a Guest House is a priority highlighted by the community. They have asked for our help with raising the funds for construction.
Some of the training that the village has requested and will be run in the new centre includes: -
- Health and Nutrition
- Maternity
- CPR
- Small Business Management
- English Language
- Hospitality and Tourism
The benefits of this building will be far reaching and ongoing - so much more than bricks and mortar. There is potential for eco-tourism in Soibada as an industry that could be beneficial to many families in the village. There are numerous attractions in Soibada and sites of historical and religious significance. Read more about the requested training programs on our Community Development page. This will provide jobs and income and a way of keeping youth in the village and employed on completion of their schooling.
The completed guest house will have:-
In order to finish the Training Centre we will all have an opportunity to “purchase bricks” for $10. Everyone’s names will be recorded in a special book and the people of Soibada will see how everyone in our community has come together to help them achieve their dreams of a better education.
Learn more about the Buy a Brick campaign.
The completed guest house will have:-
- Ten bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms
- Kitchen and large dining area
- Conference/meeting room
- Classroom and workshop
- Office
- Community vegetable garden
- Chicken Coops
In order to finish the Training Centre we will all have an opportunity to “purchase bricks” for $10. Everyone’s names will be recorded in a special book and the people of Soibada will see how everyone in our community has come together to help them achieve their dreams of a better education.
Learn more about the Buy a Brick campaign.
