EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES THROUGH FAITH AND EDUCATION
THE EDUCATION CRISIS
Senegal is making important strides in expanding access to education, yet a deeper learning crisis persists. Embedded in our national vision is a promise: that every child, regardless of where they are born, deserves the opportunity to learn, thrive, and lead. This promise is the foundation of Senegal’s future. Yet for too many children, the quality of education they receive still falls short of what they deserve. At Teach For Senegal, we believe this gap can be closed by investing in local leadership and building a movement committed to ensuring every child is seen, supported, and equipped to reach their full potential.
45%
Students do not complete primary school
83%
Children enrolled in primary school are not learning at grade level
60% / 55%
Girls / boys who complete a full cycle of primary education
69%
Children in Senegal cannot read and understand a simple text by age 10
The system isn't broken by accident. It's our job to rebuild it
WHY WE EXIST
Every child in Senegal deserves the opportunity to learn, thrive, and reach their full potential. We believe education is the most powerful path to building a more just, prosperous, and equitable Senegal.
WHO WE ARE
At Teach For Senegal, we believe that transforming education starts with leadership. By developing a generation of leaders committed to educational equity, we can help build a future where every child has the opportunity to learn, thrive, and lead.
OUR APPROACH
Teach For Senegal Fellowship
We place talented individuals as full-time teachers in Senegal’s most under-resourced classrooms.
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Alumni Movement
We strengthen leadership across classrooms, communities, and systems.
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Movement Building
We develop leaders who empower others to lead.
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Our initiatives aim to build a network of leaders who advocate for a faith-centered education system that meets the needs of all children.
POWER OF MOVEMENT
Creating a nurturing educational environment that respects and incorporates spiritual values is crucial for the development of Senegal's youth. Together, we can foster a culture of learning that uplifts every child.
~100
Fellows and Alumni developing the next generation of leaders
~6,000
Students directly impacted in
our classrooms
70+
Alumni continuing to drive change across Senegal
35
Schools and communities served
~8,500
Children reached by our
Alumni movement
OUR NORTH STAR
10,000 empowered children. One united community.
Through our efforts, we aim to transform the lives of thousands of children by providing them with an education that not only nurtures their intellect but also their faith, thereby strengthening the fabric of our communities.
