Somali Community Resilience and Response to Education in Emergencies Following the Collapse of the Central Government in 1991: A Case Study of FPENS

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This study investigates the resilience and response of the Somali community to educational emergencies following the 1991 government collapse, focusing on the community-driven initiatives of the FPENS network. Employing a mixed-methods approach that combines qualitative and quantitative analysis, the research draws data from the Somali Ministry of Education, Culture, and Higher Education and interviews with educational leaders managing educational crises in Somalia. Key findings reveal the FPENS network's pivotal role in significantly increasing school enrollment from 1999 to 2023, The study highlights the community's financial commitment through school fees and the need for ongoing investment and support to improve education in Somalia. Community engagement and international collaboration are crucial for the long-term success and sustainability of the education sector as it recovers from instability.

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