Sura Culturala - Sura da Aripi

Şura dă Aripi: Empowering Children in Gușterița

"Şura dă Aripi" ("The Barn Gives Wings") is a free after-school program launched in 2022 by Alexandru Ioniță to support over 20 primary school children from disadvantaged backgrounds in Gușterița. While the village is picturesque, many Roma families live in near slum-like conditions on its outskirts, facing extreme poverty, and often lack of basic utilities such as running water and electricity, and limited opportunities.

The program aims to empower these children by reducing school dropout rates and addressing their academic, material, and emotional needs. Volunteers play a key role, assisting with homework, engaging in educational activities, and offering emotional support.

Operating daily during the week, "Şura dă Aripi" provides:

• Academic Support: Help with homework and learning activities
• Basic Needs Assistance: Warm meals, school supplies, and clothing
• Emotional Growth: A safe, supportive space for social and emotional development

Since its launch, the program has shown significant improvements in the children’s school performance and overall well-being. By addressing immediate needs and fostering resilience, "Şura dă Aripi" tries to create brighter futures for children who face severe challenges.