Building Hope, One Child
at a Time
To advance sustainable community development in the Somali Region of Ethiopia, Shaykosh Boarding School, in partnership with key stakeholders for Promoting quality education, Empowering girls and young women, Protecting the environment, Advancing green housing solutions, improving access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) , Responding effectively to emergencies and Strengthening community developmentShaykosh Boarding School and beyond.
Transforming Lives in the Somali Region of Ethiopia
Daryeel Rural Development For Action is a nonprofit organization founded by Somali diaspora members in Minnesota, USA, working in close partnership with local communities and the Ethiopian government to transform education and living conditions in the Somali Region of Ethiopia.
Our flagship project — the Shaykosh Boarding School in Kebri Dahar — serves 454 boarding students from 7 zones, including 62 girls, and supports a total of 7,102 students. We believe that every child deserves dignity, safety, and a quality education.
Education
Ensuring every child, especially girls, has access to quality education and a safe learning environment.
Sustainability
Tree planting, green spaces, rainwater harvesting, and eco-friendly development for lasting change.
Dignity
Modern WASH facilities, safe dormitories, and nutritious meals preserve the dignity of every student.
Community
Projects are community-owned, government-partnered, and diaspora-funded for genuine local impact.
Girls' Education & Empowerment
In pastoralist communities, girls face unique barriers to education — early marriage, distance from schools, lack of safe sanitation, and cultural expectations. Daryeel directly addresses each of these barriers.
Girls at Shaykosh Boarding School
at Shaykosh Boarding School
Our goal is to reach at least 70% female enrollment through targeted support and infrastructure improvements.
Safe, Separate Sanitation
Dedicated toilets, shower facilities, and handwashing stations exclusively for girls — critical for keeping them in school.
Uniforms & School Supplies
Providing full school uniforms, exercise books, pens, and bags to girls from the most vulnerable families.
Safe Dormitories
Renovated, secure dormitory spaces where girls sleep safely with proper lighting and separate access.
Academic Support
Extra tutoring, mentorship from university volunteers, and library access specifically encouraged for girls.
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Our Programs & Projects
From renovating a historic boarding school to planting fruit trees and building clean restrooms — every project transforms lives in Kebri Dahar and the Somali Region.
Flagship Project🏫Shaykosh Boarding School
Renovating and upgrading Ethiopia's premier boarding school for pastoralist children — library, dormitories, boundary walls, main gate, and road construction.
Empowerment👧Girls' Education
Providing uniforms, school supplies, safe separate sanitation facilities, and a nurturing environment to keep girls in school and thriving.
Sustainability🌳Tree Planting & Greening
Over 1,000 fruit and shade trees planted — mango, papaya, avocado — with vegetable gardens, rainwater harvesting, and full compound greening.
WASH🚰Water, Sanitation & Hygiene
New modern restrooms for boys and girls, shower facilities, handwashing stations, and expanded water supply for the whole school campus.
Achievements on the Ground
Every donation translates directly into tangible improvements that students and teachers see and feel every single day.
Library Renovated & Furnished
Complete renovation of the school library with new shelving, reading tables, chairs, and hundreds of books donated.
New Restrooms & Showers
Separate modern toilet and shower blocks for boys and girls, with handwashing stations at every entrance.
Water Supply Expanded
New water tanks and piping extended to dormitories, classrooms, and WASH facilities across the campus.
1,000+ Trees Planted
Mango, papaya, avocado, and shade trees transforming a bare compound into a lush green campus.
Boundary Wall & Main Gate
New perimeter boundary wall and landmark entrance gate built, securing and beautifying the school campus.
Solar Lighting Installed
Solar-powered lighting for dormitories enabling students to study safely after dark.
The Funding Gap
Daryeel has raised and deployed significant funds, but a funding gap of 8,940,000 ETB remains to complete essential infrastructure including a new kitchen, ICT lab, dormitory extensions, and classroom blocks.
"For the first time, our students have a proper library with real books. The change is remarkable."
— School Principal, Shaykosh
Stories That Inspire
From students to community elders to diaspora members — hear what Daryeel means to those it touches.
Daryeel has changed the future for our daughters. For the first time, girls from our community have a safe school with proper facilities. This is a dream come true.
Community Elder
Kebri Dahar, Somali Region
I used to walk 3 hours to reach school. Now, with the dormitory renovations, I have a safe bed, clean showers, and a library. I want to become a doctor.
Fatima, Age 15
Boarding Student, Shaykosh School
As Somalis in Minnesota, we knew we had to act. Daryeel proved that diaspora communities can transform rural education when we organize and give together.
Diaspora Member
Minneapolis, Minnesota
The new handwashing stations and separate girls' toilets have increased our female enrollment by 30%. Hygiene and dignity matter for keeping girls in school.
Head Teacher
Shaykosh Boarding School
Your Gift Changes a Child's Entire Future
$50 buys school supplies for a girl for a year. $200 plants 20 fruit trees. $500 sponsors a student's dormitory bed and meals. 100% of donations go directly to programs.