In 2002 a young lady, Gemma Rice (now Gemma Sisia), from a sheep farm in Australia, opened a small school in Northern Tanzania with the help of her family, friends and local Rotary Club.
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Challenging the future leaders of Tanzania
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Maria Kieran (Belfast, Ireland) -Volunteer 2006-2008
Many people come to Africa to make their mark. The School of St Jude is making a massive impact in the lives of so many children. By giving them good education, and through respecting the African culture and beliefs, the school is giving these children the ability and skills to change their lives for themselves. I’d rather be a tiny part of something major than a big part of nothing.

Gemma's Road Trip 2010 - Click here for itinerary
Welcome to The School of St. Jude
The School of St Jude

This 10 minute preview takes a look at the effects of poverty in Tanzania, Africa and how The School of St Jude is giving hope by fighting poverty through education. We follow one of the school's newest students, George, to get an insight into how his acceptance into the sponsorship supported school will give him and his family a much brighter future plus give him the skills and knowledge to help his community.

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