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The Academy for Peace and Development (APD) was established in 1998 as a research institute in Hargeisa, Somaliland.

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APD, ED Omar Aden and team welcomed a delegation from the Dutch Embassy in Nairobi,led by Ms. Sudi Suleiman,First Secretary for Security . Discussions focused on political,security, & development updates in Somaliland, reflecting the strong partnership between APD and the Embassy

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On behalf of the Academy for Peace and Development, Executive Director Omar Aden Yusuf congratulates the people of the Republic of Somaliland on the 35th anniversary of reclaiming their national independence on May 18.

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Last night, @AcademyApd brought together leading experts to reflect on the nation's past, evaluate its present, and map out the future. The discussion centered on four defining pillars: state-building, social cohesion, economic growth, and foreign policy.

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Join us tonight for a critical reflection on Somaliland’s journey. #APDForum

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The Academy for Peace and Development (APD) invites you to a discussion on: “35 Years Later: Where Does Somaliland Stand?”

The forum will focus on state building, social cohesion, the economy, and foreign policy.

Date: 15 May 2026

Time: 7:30 PM

Location: Hotel Assod, Hargeisa

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The Academy for Peace and Development (APD) invites you to a discussion on: “35 Years Later: Where Does Somaliland Stand?”

The forum will focus on state building, social cohesion, the economy, and foreign policy.

Date: 15 May 2026

Time: 7:30 PM

Location: Hotel Assod, Hargeisa

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@AcademyApd , in partnership with @Meta, held a training in Hargeisa on the role of social media in peacebuilding & social cohesion. The event was officially opened by ED Omar Aden and attended by the Director General of the Ministry of Information and Culture, Abdisaalan Mohamud

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3/3 The workshop created a platform for dialogue, bringing together female candidates, women activists, and civil society members to contribute ideas and recommendations to strengthen the research and advance women’s political participation in #Somaliland.

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1/3 The Academy for Peace and Development (APD) held a workshop titled “Women’s Political Participation.” During the event, APD presented the first draft of its ongoing research, “Somaliland’s Democracy at a Crossroads: Challenges and Opportunities

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2/3 The presentation shared the research findings on the challenges women face in political participation. These challenges vary, including cultural and social norms, financial constraints, and limitations in how women develop and manage their campaign strategies.

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The Academy for Peace and Development was honored to host Martina Durrer, Regional Head of International Cooperation at SDC, its partner and key supporter. Discussions focused on strategic planning, partnership strengthening, and collaboration with other SDC-funded partners

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3/3 The study highlighted opportunities to strengthen Somaliland’s democracy and improve political participation and accountability. The event brought together all relevant stakeholders.

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1/3 The Academy for Peace and Development – Somaliland held a research validation meeting in Hargeisa under the theme “The Crossroads of Somaliland’s Democracy: Challenges and Opportunities.”

The meeting brought together key stakeholders to discuss and validate key findings.

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2/3 The research explored the current state of democracy in Somaliland, focusing on both progress made and the challenges that continue to affect the political system.

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Highlights from APD Somaliland’s presentation of its latest study on Somaliland’s Democratic Crossroads: Challenges and Opportunities. We thank all participants for their engagement.

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APD’s ED Omar Yusuf, on behalf of the staff, congratulates the people of Somaliland on the historic milestone of 26 December 2025, marking Somaliland’s first international recognition following Israel’s announcement. This reflects decades of resilience and commitment to statehood

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APD office in Hargeisa hosted Ms. Louise Hancock @HeadBritOffice, and colleagues for an exchange on peacebuilding, governance, and security trends across Somaliland, including Awdal, Sanaag, and Sool.

The meeting reaffirmed shared priorities and continued collaboration.

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APD held a training in Hargeisa on understanding Meta’s updated Community Standards, targeting social media influencers and digital creators.

The session focused on responsible content creation, online safety, countering misinformation, and fostering a safe digital space.

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APD wrapped up a key training in Burao for the Togdheer Peace Committee, led by Exec. Dir. Omar Adan. The workshop focused on using social media to counter misinformation, prevent violence, and strengthen peacebuilding efforts in the region.

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After 10 years, APD held its Strategic Review Meeting in Burao on 9–10 Sept 2025. The two-day retreat set APD’s 2025–2030 direction, focusing on research, governance, sustainability, and communications. The outcomes mark a renewed vision for APD’s role in Somaliland.