Thought Leadership & Influencing
Shaping Policy Through Somali Voices & Evidence
We champion the role of Somali civil society in shaping the future of aid. Through evidence-based research, principled advocacy, and meaningful representation in national and global platforms, we amplify local voices and promote a more equitable, accountable, and inclusive aid system. Our approach to thought leadership goes beyond visibility—we aim to influence how decisions are made, who participates, and what knowledge informs them.
Evidence Generation Through Localized Research
We produce research grounded in Somali realities to inform national strategy, donor priorities, and global discourse, ensuring that policies reflect the voices of communities we serve.
Advocacy for Inclusive Policy Transformation
We promote aid reform through targeted advocacy, shaping humanitarian and development policy toward inclusive, equitable, and locally driven systems of implementation and governance.
Influencing Donors and Aid Architecture
We engage bilaterals, multilaterals, and INGOs to strengthen localization commitments, expand direct funding access, and embed Somali-led accountability into aid coordination platforms.
Representation in National and Global Arenas
We ensure Somali civil society actors are consistently represented in national working groups and global forums, elevating local priorities within international aid governance.