Somalia stands at a critical crossroads. After decades of armed conflict, recurring droughts, and political instability, the Somali people continue to endure daily hardships that threaten their safety, dignity, and future. Across the country, broken institutions and ongoing insecurity have left deep scars. Yet even in the face of adversity, Somalia’s communities remain resilient—determined to rebuild their lives and restore peace. HURDO Somalia stands alongside them, working to support grassroots peacebuilding, strengthen protection mechanisms, and advance fundamental human rights.

🕊️ Peacebuilding: Rebuilding Trust, One Community at a Time

True peace begins from the ground up. Years of conflict have fragmented Somali society, eroding traditional systems of governance and creating deep divisions. Clashes between clans, competition over resources, and the ongoing threat of extremism continue to destabilize fragile communities. HURDO’s peacebuilding work focuses on restoring social harmony and dialogue. We bring together community elders, youth leaders, women’s groups, and local authorities to facilitate conflict resolution, mediation forums, and peace education initiatives. Our goal is to empower local actors to take ownership of peace—reducing violence and promoting long-term stability through reconciliation, trust-building, and inclusive governance.

🛡️ Protection: Defending the Vulnerable in Times of Crisis

In a nation where conflict and climate shocks have displaced over 3 million people, protection is not a luxury—it is a necessity. Displaced families often live in informal settlements without access to safety, legal support, or even the most basic services. Women and children are particularly at risk of gender-based violence, child marriage, abuse, and trafficking. HURDO provides life-saving protection services, including emergency shelters, child protection programs, psychosocial support, and referral networks for survivors of violence. We work hand in hand with local communities to strengthen early warning systems, train community protection volunteers, and ensure that no one is left behind.

⚖️ Human Rights: Laying the Foundation for Justice and Equality

Somalia’s future cannot be built on silence, fear, or injustice. The absence of a functioning legal system in many regions means that violations often go unreported, uninvestigated, and unpunished. Marginalized populations—including women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and the internally displaced—are disproportionately denied access to justice, education, healthcare, and economic opportunity. HURDO is committed to building a society where every person’s rights are respected and protected. Through human rights education, legal assistance, advocacy, and civic engagement programs, we give people the tools they need to understand their rights, raise their voices, and participate in shaping their communities..