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What is Isomo?

Isomo is an education program that boldly tackles the crisis of literacy, critical thinking, and university access in Rwanda.

We achieve this through robust Africa-centered learning interventions and curriculum that use language acquisition as a vehicle of ideas, knowledge, and skills that bolster critical thinking and holistic human flourishing in the 21st Century.

The Challenge

Poor English, critical thinking and digital literacy continue to be persistent bottlenecks that prevent Rwandans from reaching their full potential.

The convergence of low literacy rates and limited digital access has resulted in an economic disenfranchisement that is stifling Rwanda’s human capital development and its citizens’ capacity to maximize their potential.

Today, only 15% of Rwanda's 13.5 million citizens have a

high school diploma.

Only 3% possess a

university degree.

Our Solution

Create scalable learning interventions

that address this skills-gap and significantly advance the

English Proficiency | Digital Literacy | University & Labor Readiness

of Rwanda's next generation of leaders.

Areas of Impact

Isomo Academy

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University Access

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Isomo
Circles

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Primary Teacher Training

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The Isomo Difference

An Africa-Centered Approach

At Isomo, we believe educational interventions must be rooted in the African context to effectively merge the skills and competencies needed for a successful life. We nurture these interventions with a community-centered approach to learning and support.

English Language
& Critical Thinking

Enhance core competencies in literacy through an immersive curation of reading, writing, listening and speaking exercises and continuous diagnostics to track growth. 

Digital
Literacy

Sharpen core competencies in digital tools and platforms, such as typing tracks, Canvas, Google Suite, and IXL, for successful 21st-century career readiness. 

University & Career Readiness

Equip students with resources, support, skills, and experiences needed to pursue higher education opportunities and launch successful careers after completing high school

Personal
Development

Create opportunities for students to grow holistically, using their talents and passions to serve their communities and become catalysts of transformation within their country. 

Learning How to Learn

First Reading

Audio Visual Content

Second Reading

Guided Writing

Seminar Discussion

Students read an article related to a specific theme that is tailored to their specific context and reading level. 

Students engage with audio visual content such as TEDTalks and podcasts related to the specific theme.

Students read a second article or excerpt that presents new perspectives, ideas, and challenges around the topic. 

Students receive guided questions to reflect on the readings and audio visual content and to sharpen critical thinking skills. 

Students participate in seminar discussions with a small group of peers to challenge ideas and perspectives. 

Invest in Isomo

Invest in the limitless potential of Africa's youth.

Find out how you can make quality education and transformative learning resources accessible to Africa’s next generation of leaders.