About Us
About ENMT
Here is who we are
Edward Ndlovu Memorial Trust (ENMT) is a registered welfare organisation (WO 15/90) that was established in 1990 in memorial of the heroic efforts and contribution of the late Zimbabwean National Hero Edward Ndlovu, who spent his life working for independence and development. The trust was formed in 1980 at the instigation of his widow, Mary. as a Non-Government Organisation. Trustees decided that a project that could contribute extensively to the benefit of both individuals and communities in his former constituency would be the most suitable way to remember Edward, and resolved to create a library. In 1996 it began its programme of reaching out to rural primary schools, using a rotating book-box approach. From then it has continued to develop and consolidate its activities serving the people of Gwanda town and district, and some from further afield.
Every contribution is a step towards a world where every individual and soul out there is availed an opporunity to realize their full potential.
$720,93
Raised
Education
Library
Child Protection
Economic Empowerment
Climate Reselience
Gender
Disability
Vulnerables Support
Our Vision
To be a significant provider of economic and social development in Matabeleland South Province, partnering with government, and non-government institutions.
Our Mission
To promote interventions in the field of education which will contribute towards improving incomes, raising living standards and increasing educational attainment.
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A glimpse of some of our recent activities in pictures
Key ways to working to educate the nation
As we strive to build a better future for our nation, education remains the cornerstone of our efforts. By empowering individuals with knowledge and skills, we can unlock their full potential and create a brighter tomorrow.
- Access to Quality Education: We're committed to ensuring that every individual has access to quality education, regardless of their background or socio-economic status.
- Vocational Training and Skills Development: Our programs focus on providing vocational training and skills development opportunities, enabling individuals to acquire the skills needed to succeed in the workforce.
- Digital Literacy and Online Learning: We're promoting digital literacy and online learning initiatives, recognizing the critical role technology plays in modern education.
Through these initiatives, we aim to create a more informed, skilled, and empowered nation, equipped to tackle the challenges of the 21st century. By working together, we can build a brighter future for ourselves, our children, and generations to come.
Building future-proof Climate Resilience
As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change, prioritizing future-proof climate resilience is imperative. Rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and unpredictable seasons necessitate proactive measures to safeguard our communities, ecosystems, and economies.
By adopting a proactive, multi-faceted approach to climate resilience, we can reduce climate-related risks, protect vulnerable populations, and ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.
- Climate-Smart Infrastructure: Investing in climate-resilient infrastructure, including sea walls, green roofs, and flood-resistant construction.
- Ecosystem-Based Adaptation: Preserving and restoring natural ecosystems like mangroves, coral reefs, and wetlands to provide vital buffers against climate-related disasters.
- Climate Information and Early Warning Systems: Developing and disseminating climate information and early warning systems to enable communities to prepare for and respond to climate-related hazards.
Committed to creating a culture of protection where everyone feels safe, valued, and respected.
We recognize the critical importance of promoting gender equality and protecting the rights and well-being of children. Our initiatives focus on creating a safe and supportive environment where everyone can thrive.
- Empowering Girls and Women: Supporting education, economic empowerment, and leadership development programs to promote gender equality and challenge discriminatory norms.
- Preventing Child Abuse and Exploitation: Working with communities, governments, and partners to prevent child abuse, exploitation, and violence, and ensuring access to support services for survivors.
- Promoting Positive Masculinity: Engaging men and boys in promoting positive masculinity, challenging harmful gender stereotypes, and encouraging active involvement in gender equality and child protection efforts.
By working together, we can create a brighter future where everyone can grow, learn, and thrive without fear of violence, exploitation, or abuse.
Empowering Individuals with Disabilities and Vulnerabilities
We recognize that individuals with disabilities and vulnerabilities face unique challenges that can prevent them from reaching their full potential. Our initiatives focus on providing support, promoting inclusion, and advocating for the rights of these individuals.
We're committed to creating a culture of inclusion where individuals with disabilities and vulnerabilities are valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.
- Inclusive Education and Employment: Supporting inclusive education and employment initiatives that provide individuals with disabilities and vulnerabilities with equal access to opportunities.
- Accessible Infrastructure and Services: Advocating for the development of accessible infrastructure and services that cater to the needs of individuals with disabilities and vulnerabilities.
- Empowerment and Advocacy: Providing empowerment programs and advocacy services that promote the rights and interests of individuals with disabilities and vulnerabilities.
Results Oriented
Impacting Lives, Defining The Future
Strategic Approach
Calculated Moves
Edward Ndlovu Memorial Trust (ENMT) elected to achieve its objectives through improving access to human rights, particularly the right to education and access to information as the key catalysts for change.
Theory of Change
Positive Transformation
Is that, when vulnerable people are empowered through access to education and information, they, through their own efforts, can apply their knowledge and skills to improve their situation and circumstances.
Programming Approaches
Focusing On Objectives
ENMT elected to apply a number of programming approaches to enable it to adequately deal with the key challenges facing the communities in Gwanda District. These approaches include the following:-
Human Rights Based Approach
Livelihoods Approach
Value Chain Approach
Disaster Risk Reduction
Children Library Wing
Adults Library Wing
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The Genesis Of Legend - Since 1980
It All Began With Passion.
Edward Ndlovu Memorial Trust (ENMT) is a registered welfare organisation (WO 15/90) that was established in 1990 in memorial of the heroic efforts and contribution of the late Zimbabwean National Hero Edward Ndlovu, who spent his life working for independence and development.
The trust was formed in 1980 at the instigation of his widow, Mary. as a Non-Government Organisation. Trustees decided that a project that could contribute extensively to the benefit of both individuals and communities in his former constituency would be the most suitable way to remember Edward, and resolved to create a library.
In 1996 it began its programme of reaching out to rural primary schools, using a rotating book-box approach. From then it has continued to develop and consolidate its activities serving the people of Gwanda town and district, and some from further afield.
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