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Dignity: The 60th Anniversary Edition
The newest edition of the Dignity is here! We are using a new format this time around, so let us know what you think! In this edition you will read our annual report, hear from historical OBA figures, and share in the years of impact that is made possible by our...
Winter Dignity 2024
In case you haven't seen last season's Dignity Newsletter, here it is! Read about the Mark and Linda Jacobson Endowed Scholarship, MGLSS' 30 year anniversary, high schools students that are fundraising for OBA, and the meaning of "Eripoto". Winter Dignity 2024
Summer Dignity 2024
The newest edition of the Dignity is here! We hope you enjoy the contents. This issue has articles written by our MGLSS correspondent, Jeska Zakayo. She is a teacher and gifted writer that OBA values very much. Learn about the new "Pre-Form 5" Program that has been...
Winter Dignity 2022
In case you haven't seen this season's Dignity Newsletter, here it is! Let us know what you think of the contents inside, and see if you can solve the puzzles inside! Winter Dignity 2022 Digital Copy
A Letter From Olchoki Primary School
Recently Janeth Shayo, teacher at Olchoki Primary School, reached out to us with a heartfelt message from the community. It was addressed to us, but we know that it was really you that helped students receive lunch at the school. Here is what she had to say: "Hello...
OBA Welcomes New Administrative Associate
OBA is pleased to announce the addition of our new Administrative Associate, Aaron Bartholomew! Aaron brings many years of experience in education and a passion for development. He has held numerous roles in education throughout MN, having worked as a Reading Tutor,...
TAL Radio Interview OBA Executive Director
Our Executive Director, Jason Bergmann was interviewed by TAL radio recently to talk about what Operation Bootstrap Africa does for East Africa. TAL's vision is to make this world a better place to live. They wish to make it a...
“Water Needs” by Steven Lellelid
For 16 years Steve worked to translate the Bible into the dialect of the Tandroy people of Madagascar. He is now working hard with OBA to ensure they have clean water, proper school and spiritual resources. Steve is keeping a record of his journey in Madagascar to...
Winter Dignity 2021
Did you miss this quarter's Dignity Newsletter? If so, have no fear! Here is the Winter Edition of the Dignity. Catch up on the projects you love, and see what is new at OBA. Click Below to read the latest Edition of the Dignity! Winter Dignity 2021