Baby Home, Girls Academy, Safe House & Primary School
Girls Leadership Academy
Love Does, in partnership with the Elman Peace Centre has a leadership academy for girls in Mogadishu between the ages of 12-18. This academy is focused on leadership training, and is grounded in a rights-based curriculum with arts, sports and wellness programs. Our hope is that this academy will help develop confident young women and give them opportunities to learn, grow and be empowered to lead their communities!
Join us in cheering on the next generation of women leaders in Somalia!
Baby Home in Mogadishu
On one of our visits to Somalia, we were saddened to learn that many young women who become pregnant are often unable to care for their babies, or fear for their lives, and will sometimes abandon them in the streets or at local hospitals. We decided to open a home to care for these tiny friends in all of the ways that they deserve!
Safe House in Mogadishu
This home is a safe space for women and girls who have been victims of gender based violence.
Whether it is a case of forced child marriage, trafficking, or abuse, we provide a refuge to come for safety, medical attention, counseling and therapy. In addition we work with partners to provide job training skills to help rebuild lives.
Primary School
In June 2024, we held a soft launch of the primary school for local education officials, community members, and stakeholders. The event introduced the final curriculum, which was developed by experienced educators to align with national standards while incorporating interactive learning methods. The curriculum emphasizes a love of learning through play, storytelling, and hands-on activities.
To ensure program effectiveness, we provided teachers with a 3-month specialized training course. This training covered the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development of primary school children and included strategies for integrating Social Emotional Learning (SEL) into the daily curriculum. Teachers learned methods for encouraging self-regulation, conflict resolution, and positive social interactions. We are so excited for the grand launch of the school coming soon!
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Fostering Hope and Peace in Somalia
Hear from Somalia's Country Director, Ilwad Elman. Discover how Ilwad’s relentless advocacy is creating ripples of change, and be inspired by her story of unyielding dedication to a cause greater than herself.
