The boarding dormitories at Kakunyu
When we first visited Kakunyu, the children slept in two rooms in the compound. There were no beds, just blankets on the concrete floor, and the only light came from candles and the odd lamp – incredibly dangerous for the children.
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- An old sleeping room with blankets on the floor
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- The hanging hooks were a later addition
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- There were no beds at all
Now there are many more dormitories, and all are equipped with beds, mattresses, bed linen and blankets, so every child has their own bed. They are lit by solar lighting, which has made an enormous difference – before, the sleeping areas were in total darkness from 7pm to 7am. Although the dorms are a bit crowded now there are more than 30 boarders, they are comfortable, and provide a space for each child to call his or her own.
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- The mattresses were delivered by van
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- Amazing how many they packed in
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- Seeing the beds on the same van was even more extraordinary
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- The mattresses were very well received
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- The mattresses made a huge difference to everyone
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- Huge excitement at getting the blankets
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- So cosy
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- The grin says it all
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- Being in bed in their uniform caused huge amusement
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- Feddy and friend
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- The bed gives each child their own space
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- Blankets and mattresses make such a difference
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- Every bit of space is used
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- All the beds are so neat and tidy
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- In the boys’ dorm
The old kitchen is now a lovely little 2-bed room for two of the girls, who just love the space and privacy it gives them.
