The Akeer Foundation is building a school in the heart of the village of Akeer Adoor and its surrounding communities.
The wonderful people of South Sudan, and specifically in the rural village of Akeer-adoor are a resilient community, with an incredible sense of unity and togetherness. Despite this, due to civil and governmental turmoil and environmental factors, the people of rural South Sudan have not received the education they deserve. The Akeer Foundation has three foundational tenets:
- Longevity, our school will make the an impact for as many years as possible.
- Accessibility, our school will be reached by as many students as possible of all genders and ages.
- Mastery, our school will provide students a rigorous education with a curriculum and teaching that will allow them to pursue even higher forms of education.
The Akeer Foundation is dedicated to bringing education to the people of South Sudan. We believe that education is an inalienable right — not a privilege. By supporting the Akeer Foundation, you are directly helping to provide thousands of children with access to learning opportunities they would otherwise be denied. Together, we can empower the next generation and open doors to a brighter future for South Sudan.
why us
Why Support the Akeer Foundation
On the Front Lines
Akeer Foundation is rooted in our communities — we work directly on the ground to bring education and resources to the students who need them most in South Sudan.
Supported By Village Chief Kuch Aluetmiir
We’re proudly backed by Village Chief Kuch Aluetmiir, who granted us 1000 hectares of land in the region of Tong-Tol to build the school.
Backed by Stanford University
Our team is made up of dedicated Stanford students and alumni, with the support and credibility of one of the world’s top universities behind our mission.
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The Scenes of Akeer-Adoor
Team
Our Team
Thomas Deng
Thomas Deng is a Stanford Computer Science student who believes education and technology is one of the most powerful ways to change lives. After becoming friends with Kuot through playing soccer, they co-founded the Akeer Foundation after learning how his friend Kuot’s home village in South Sudan lacked access to basic schooling, and he wanted to use his skills to give back. Thomas built the foundation’s website to share the story of Akeer, connect with supporters, and help make the vision of a school in Tong-Tol a reality.
Co-founder & Technical Director
Kuot Kiir
Kuot Kiir is a Stanford University Economics undergraduate whose journey from Akeer Adoor, South Sudan, to campus life embodies resilience and a deep commitment to community. Co-founding the Akeer Foundation, Kuot channels his academic passion and lived experience into building educational access for his home village. He helped create the foundation to share Akeer Adoor’s story, and pave the way for a school that will empower future generations. The Akeer Foundation is his vision, and it is through his journey that this organization was made possible.
Co-founder & Executive Director
George Hasnah
George Hasnah is a Stanford Political Science student whose leadership is rooted in a deep commitment to social good. As President of the Stanford Social Entrepreneurial Students’ Association (SENSA), and as Founder of the Curieux Academic Journal, he empowers aspiring students to share their work and find their voices. George brings this same passion for impact to the Akeer Foundation, where his vision and leadership help drive efforts to expand educational opportunity in South Sudan and inspire the next generation of changemakers.
Co-founder & Program Director
Dylan Yap
Dylan Yap is a Stanford student specializing in Product Design and Data Science, with a strong focus on using technology to tackle global environmental challenges. As a UN Climate Delegate, he brings a unique perspective that bridges sustainability, technology, and policy. At the Akeer Foundation, Dylan serves as Marketing & Communications Manager, where his leadership in storytelling and outreach helps connect the Foundation’s mission to supporters worldwide and inspire collective action for education in South Sudan.
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Location:
450 Jane Stanford Way, Stanford, California 450
Open Hours:
Monday–Saturday:
11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Email:
info@akeerfoundation.org
Call:
+1 267-356-2218