Current Situation in Ladakh
Although Ladakh was repeatedly affected by lockdowns, the majority of the goals were still successfully implemented. This is thanks above all to our local project coordinators, Sonam Dorje and Lobzang Rinchen.
EAL is proud to have two such committed and responsible coordinators on the team.
A heartfelt thank-you at this point for their tremendous efforts!
Winter Education for Adults in Lingshed
Thanks to the strong commitment of the nuns at Lingshed Monastery, adult education classes were able to take place again last winter. As in the previous year, around 80 women participated. Over the course of two months, the Ladakhi language Bhoti was deepened through weekend classes held on Saturdays and Sundays. In addition to the lessons themselves, social interaction is also of great importance to the women.
Winter Classes for Youth from the Senge La Region in Choglamsar
A special thank-you goes to Sonam Dorje and Lobzang Rinchen. It is thanks to them that the winter classes in Choglamsar were able to take place. As in the previous year, they organized accommodation, teachers, and a cooking team for 105 students. This important supplementary education during the school-free winter months was received by the students with joy and enthusiasm.
Workshop and School Building Extension in Yulchung: Indoor Temperatures Above Freezing!
The buildings constructed in 2017 feature insulated walls and double-glazed windows. At the time, the EAL association covered all additional costs for the wall and window insulation. On sunny days, the rooms are naturally heated by direct sunlight. The insulated walls are able to retain the heat for several days, allowing for a pleasant indoor temperature even under cloudy skies.
The winter classes for adults take place in the workshop room. It is also actively used by the village community as a meeting and communal space.
In March 2020, schools and boarding facilities in India were closed. As a result, students returned to their home villages.
Teachers from the Senge La region took the initiative to request a special permit from the authorities so they could continue teaching in the villages.
