Saddam Daahir Adam

About Me

Graduation Photo

Hardworking high school graduate with strong motivation and a passion for justice and equality. I am an experienced and active member of society who gives back to my community. As a Mastercard Foundation Scholar at African Leadership University, I study Software Engineering and bring a positive attitude and a drive for social impact.

Education

African Leadership University - Kigali, Rwanda

Degree: BA in Software Engineering (Expected 2028)

Abaarso School of Science and Technology - Somaliland

High School Diploma, Graduated 2024

Skills

Languages

Athletics

Interests

Community Engagement & Leadership

Community Service

I contributed significantly to the Abaarso community through long-term involvement in Gabiley Orphanage Program and the Primary Tutoring Program. I co-ran Mahadsanid, a tutoring program for school soldiers and cooks.

Events

Co-founded Environmental Day and Somali Day at Abaarso. Promoted environmental awareness and Somali cultural understanding among students and foreign faculty. Watch the Somali Day video: Somali Day Event

Constitution Graduation

Selected as a protocol student for a 3,000-person graduation ceremony hosted by the Somaliland Ministry of Constitutional Affairs in May 2022.

Clubs

Co-founded the Somali Culture Club at Abaarso to counter negative stereotypes and promote Somali heritage, dance, poetry, and songs.

Mental Health Program

Participated in a weekend program focused on self-awareness, emotional strength, and optimism.

Mentorship Program

Mentored younger students on adjusting to boarding school life and anti-bullying as part of the Abaarso Leadership Program.

YECO

Founder of Youth Education Care Organization, which supports students in financial need with tuition, supplies, and charitable help.

Contact

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