Crisis: Hemmed in by game parks, the Maasai of Rombo, Kenya have lost much of their traditional grazing lands, and have been forced settle on land ill-suited for agriculture. They now believing that broader education is key to their future survival, however it is estimated that less than 15% of their children receive formal education due to the cost and location of boarding schools (the only educational option available). Using the model of the early American “One-room Schoolhouse” in farming communities - we are supporting these Maasai to make their dream of education a reality. Maasai Boma Schoolhouses
Making education accessible to the Maasai children of Rombo while keeping families together and their rich heritage alive.
Tipape Daniel Loomu - Project Director In its effort to ensure local ownership of this project, ADEA has hired Tipape Loomu to manage the development and instigation of this project. Tipape is a 24-year-old recent graduate in philosophy. Because of his immense love for the Lord and his deep concern for the future his people, he has committed a minimum of two years to this project. Funds are needed to: provide Tipape with a salary, office rental and supplies, and ultimately construction costs (the first year curriculum has already been donated).
 
 
Accessible education will avoid the necessity to favor one child over another, frequently boys over girls
 
CURRENT NEWS (MAY 07) Since February ’07 the Maasai Boma School has progressed wonderfully. We have trained two teachers, enrolled 20 preschool students and five classrooms are under construction (provided by AMREF and a private donor). Now our challenge is to fill these classrooms with furniture, curriculum and teachers. Over 150 children are waiting to begin school. We are focusing on fundraising so that 30 new students can begin school in August, and 30 more will be added each quarter through 2008. Maasai School Video
Maasai School Video