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“Science is more than a body of knowledge. It is a way of thinking; a way of skeptically interrogating the universe with a fine understanding of human fallibility.” – Carl Sagan
In an increasingly polarised world, we need more than just facts. We need a mindset. Scientific Temper embodies critical thinking, intellectual honesty and openness, transcending ideologies and cultures. Popularised by Jawaharlal Nehru, the term now represents a global idea: It unites the values of the Enlightenment and modern science, overcoming division and fostering dialogue.
Our Approach
Societies need an environment in which questions are welcomed, doubt has its place and arguments are cherished. At Scientific Temper, we support educational initiatives, public engagement and international cooperation, including our long-standing partnership with the Kasese Humanist School in Uganda. Our current focus is on equipping classrooms, providing science laboratory materials and supporting Science Week in September 2025 – a project designed to inspire young people to explore science and critical thinking.
Read more on the school’s blog: Science Week at Kasese Humanist School.
We also support the 'Mein Kopf gehört mir' (My Mind Belongs to Me) initiative by the Giordano Bruno Foundation, which promotes worldview-neutral education and encourages independent thinking in schools.
Your Support Makes a Difference
Your donation primarily supports our partner school in Kasese, Uganda. You help provide essential resources and opportunities for young people to develop scientific curiosity and critical thinking, where it’s needed most.
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Please note: Donation receipts can only be issued within Germany and the EU. For other ways to support the school directly, visit the Kasese Humanist School website.
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A Personal Note
“I believe Scientific Temper is more than a concept. It is a mindset that our societies urgently need. With your support, we can promote it in the area where it matters most: education.”
– Amardeo Sarma, Managing Director, Scientific Temper
Kasese School 2024
Our support for the Kasese School in Uganda in 2024
Scientific Temper has supported the Kasese Humanist School in Uganda through various initiatives to enhance students' educational experiences. This support has been made possible thanks to the generous contributions from our donors, both individuals and foundations, and we hope to continue these activities with their ongoing support.
Highlights
Scientific Temper provided laboratory materials for the secondary section of the Kasese Humanist School. These materials have significantly improved the learning process, particularly in practical chemistry, biology, and physics examinations. The school's director, Robert Bwambale Musubaho, expressed gratitude for the continued support, emphasizing that progress is achievable with science.
With our funding, the school has illuminated the Rukoki school campus, including classrooms, the school hall, the library, and the laboratory. Solar lights were also installed in the Municipal High Humanist School office and the boys' and girls' dormitories. This initiative has enhanced the safety and learning environment for the students.
To further improve the school's learning conditions, we funded 20 classroom chairs, which have been coated with varnish to enhance the students' comfort while learning. The wooden tables were added to the science laboratory, and metallic benches were added to the library, making students' concentration possible while using the library. We will continue to help improve the school's infrastructure.
Acknowledgment and Future Support
These achievements were only possible due to the gracious donations from our supporters. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all donors and hope for their continued generosity in sustaining and expanding these vital activities. The Giordano Bruno Foundation has also pledged its support for Scientific Temper, reinforcing our mission to promote a scientifically open-minded attitude and advance science education.
We also thank Dr Benedikt Matenaer for his involvement in significantly increasing our donations.
The school director, Musubaho, writes, "The future of Uganda lies in empowering young people with education and skills. Science knowledge provides a great foundation for achieving this. Thanks to Scientific Temper for supporting our school project.”
Please check here to see how you can donate to help us sustain our support for the school.