From Adult Literacy to a Healthier, More Confident Family

Education has changed more than my ability to read and write—it has changed how I care for my family.

— Lamon Scovia

Lamon Scovia, a mother from Okungedi Village, Amuru District, depends on subsistence farming to provide for her family, including school fees, clothing, healthcare, and other household needs.

Her journey took a transformative turn when she became sick and visited a government health facility. Health workers explained that her poor health was linked to an unbalanced diet. At first, this was difficult to address because her family largely depended on the beans, potatoes, and millet they grew themselves.

Through WGEF’s Adult Literacy Programme, Lamon gained practical knowledge that went beyond reading and writing. She learned about nutrition, healthy eating and practical ways families can improve their wellbeing using available resources.

She began changing the way her family ate and made better use of the foods they could access. Today, she says her children look healthier, she feels healthier, and she has gained greater confidence in public.

Lamon’s story shows that adult literacy is not simply about learning to read and write—it is about gaining knowledge, making informed decisions, and transforming everyday life.

When women learn, families thrive. When families thrive, communities become stronger.