People and Character
By Zeituna A. (Form 3) The word “character” stands for a lot of characters and personalities. We have emotional, rude, polite, nice, and funny people. But, what I have learnt is that nobody has one particular character, but that someone is termed “funny” if he/she is repeatedly noticed to do so. I believe
School of My Dreams
Daraja is such a wonderful place for me. This is a place where everyone could wish to be. This school is very awesome and is located in Nanyuki as you head to Doldol.
Student Perspectives on FGM
I would like to encourage the girls of Daraja to hold hands together and go to their communities and be women of WISH by teaching all the people on the dangers of FGM. Let’s work together by raising our voices saying “NO TO FGM.”
My First Day at Daraja
I was nervous because I had never gone to a boarding school. I told my mother that I was going to be friendly to my fellow students but I had a little tension. As we neared the gate, my heart had already started beating thunderously.
The Change-Makers: A Profile of Jason and Jenni Doherty
By Silvia M. and Lucy W. (Form 1) Jason and Jenni Doherty are the founders of Daraja Academy, and parents to 115 current students and many alumni. Jenni comes from a family of eight children and is the first woman in her family to go to university. Jason comes from a family of
A Phenomenal Woman
By Silvia M. (Form 1) The subject of this profile is Victoria Gichuhi, a mother of two biological daughters and many more she owns at heart because of Daraja. She comes from a family of eight children, that includes six girls and two boys. Her family believes deeply in the power of education.
