English Connects SSA Grant Report
LATAZ Interim Report: Achieving Compliance and Sustainable Impact
An update on Inclusion, Environment, and Financial Stewardship for the July – September 2025 project phase in Zambia.
🤝 Section 6: Commitment to Inclusion
The core objective of the LATAZ project was to ensure the training environment was as inclusive and accessible as possible, aligning with British Council standards.
Key Inclusion Strategies and Outcomes
- Non-Discriminatory Practices: Workshops were designed and delivered without discriminatory undertones, creating a safe space where every participant felt welcome and free to actively engage in discussions and activities.
- Gender Balance: Efforts were made to encourage participation from both male and female teachers, though data collection is ongoing to ensure optimal balance across all regions.
- Safeguarding: All activities were planned and executed with clear safeguarding protocols in mind, ensuring the safety and well-being of all attendees and staff.
- Unrepresented Groups: Communication channels specifically encouraged participation from under-represented groups. While establishing contact with teachers with disabilities remains a challenge, strategies are being devised in the next phase to actively solicit their participation through the Ministry of Education.
🌳 Section 7: Environmental Stewardship
LATAZ actively incorporated environmental considerations into project delivery, aligning with global efforts to fight environmental degradation.
Sustainable Practices Adopted
- Paperless Resources: Paper usage was strictly minimised by sharing digital copies of all materials where possible.
- Curriculum Integration: Sessions on environmental cross-cutting issues were included to emphasise the importance of integrating climate change awareness into daily English lessons.
- Participant Encouragement: Attendees were strongly encouraged to adopt sustainable practices not only at the workshop but also within their respective schools.
💰 Section 8: Financial Overview (Interim Phase)
The following is a summary of the financial management for the July to September 2025 period, demonstrating prudent use of the grant funds.
Total Grant Received
K185,000.00
Total Expenditure
K165,405.88
Remaining Balance
K19,594.12
Major Expenditure Categories
| Item/Activity | Amount (K) |
|---|---|
| Zoom Subscription | 4,302.18 |
| Kalabo Workshop | 20,326.00 |
| Mansa Workshop | 30,050.00 |
| Kalumbila Workshop | 28,860.00 |
| Kawambwa Workshop | 25,790.00 |
| Mwinilunga Workshop | 25,190.00 |
| Kaoma Workshop | 30,887.70 |
⭐ Conclusion: Phase 1 Success and Next Steps
Phase 1 implementation was generally successful, with all planned activities conducted within the intended timeframe. Participants greatly appreciated the face-to-face activities but frequently wished for sessions to be longer than a single day.
Looking Ahead: Going into Phase 2, LATAZ will intensify efforts to collaborate with the Ministry of Education to identify and reach out to teachers with disabilities, devising specific strategies to ensure their active participation in project activities.