Story WAW Mobiel:
The “Wega Ariba Wiel mobiel” bus is not just any vehicle! True to its name, it’s a mobile hub of games, offering recreational options right in our neighborhoods for children. Packed within this van are educational, recreational and sport materials, thanks to the collaboration between CEDE and IBISA, two organizations sharing a common vision: to strengthen, improve and connect our community.
It all began when an organization from the Netherlands, ‘Jantje Beton” set foot on Aruba. Their mission was to conduct an assessment on recreational facilities and opportunities available to children on the island. What they discovered was that there are plenty of recreational facilities on the island, but these playgrounds lacked proper maintenance that made them not always accessible nor safe space to play.
Stichting Jantje Beton and CEDE decided a fast and efficient solution would be a mobile hub filled with games moving around the island in every neighborhood. Their vision, both simple and profound, is to bring learning and recreational opportunities right to the children.
The WAW mobile bus represents a long-term commitment to the well-being of Aruba's children, not just a quick fix.
This initiative is not just about a bus, it provides a safe space where kids can play and have fun but also where curious minds are nurtured!