EH teaches many aspects of life skills including better health, basic computing, organised sports, music and confidence building to prepare students from small rural villages to enter this fast-changing modern world. Many Timorese students from Encouragement House have continued to tertiary studies leading to exciting job opportunities.
Encouragement Foundation Co-Founder John Shadforth, has been an integral part of the success of Encouragement House with his fundraising efforts and commitment to making a difference.