Who We Are
Orkeeswa was established in 2008 in a rural Maasai region of northern Tanzania in collaboration with local leaders, community members and a courageous class of founding students. These founders shared a vision of building an education system that reflects the values of our community and equips young people to put their education into action.
Our Values
Anything is Possible
There are no limits to an individual’s ability to make a positive impact in their community. We value taking risks and challenging the status quo.
When You Get, Give
A compulsion to serve others is central to what we do. We value an enduring sense of generosity and responsibility to help others.
I Am Because We Are
We strive for a community built on solidarity, reciprocity, compassion and a collective responsibility to solve problems.
Our Team
team members
%
of our team are Orkeeswa alumni
%
of team members are from the immediate community
%
of staff members are female
Our Leaders
Here are a few of our team members!
Elly, Head of School
Orkeeswa Alum, Founding Class
Peter, Founder/Director
Lenga, Outreach Coordinator
Orkeeswa Alum
Albertina, Director of Outreach
Edna, Major Gifts Officer
Orkeeswa Alum
Our Leaders
Here are a few of our team members!
Elly, Head of School
Hosea, Asst. Head of School
Orkeeswa Alum, Founding Class
Peter, Founder/Director
Lenga, Outreach Coordinator
Orkeeswa Alum
Albertina, Director of Outreach
Edna, Major Gifts Officer
Orkeeswa Alum