Bosaso, Somalia – Four schools in Bosaso now shine brighter with vibrant murals promoting inclusion, diversity, and equal education rights for children with disabilities. Completed over two weeks with NORAD support, the project engaged students, teachers, and artists to create 12 inspiring murals (3 per school).
Key Highlights:
🎨 Powerful Messages:
- “Education is a right for everyone”
- “We need inclusive schools for all children”
- “Every person deserves respect” (in Somali)
👩🎨 Community Involvement:
- Students & teachers co-created designs
- Murals sparked daily conversations about disability inclusion
🏫 Impact:
✔ Enhanced school environments
✔ Strengthened awareness of inclusive education
✔ Students reported: “Our school now feels special and welcoming!”
What’s Next?
Organizers recommend:
- Expanding murals to more schools
- Establishing maintenance plans to preserve artwork
“Art has the power to change minds—these murals are a constant reminder that every child belongs,” said a Student at Haji Mire School.
(Photos: View the stunning murals at Shibin, Haji Mire, Hanaqad & Biyo Kulule Schools!)
