ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia

ActionAid International

[ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia @ActionAid_SS]

Empowering young girls and women means building stronger, united voices which they can lead, organize, and inspire a positive change in their communities. Together, they can become a force for progress and equality✨
#WomenEmpowerment #GirlsLead #CommunityChange

[ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia @ActionAid_SS]

"Girls and young women are not just beneficiaries of change, they are powerful leaders, organizers, and advocates for safer and more just society. By equipping them with the tools & confidence to lead, we as AAIS are investing in a future where every girl can live free from VAWG"

[ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia @ActionAid_SS]

Such training strengthen skills in leadership, advocacy & public speaking through interactive sessions and peer learning. They was explored practical ways to lead awareness campaigns, engage communities and challenge harmful social norms.

#EndFGM #GirlsLeadership #ActionAid

[ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia @ActionAid_SS]

On 13th–14th May, in Hargeisa, Somaliland, ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia Girl Supporter Project has brought together 40 girls and young women for an intensive leadership and community organizing training focused on resisting FGM and promoting the rights and wellbeing of girls.

[ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia @ActionAid_SS]

Across Somaliland and Somalia, women and girls are driving for change.
Read our latest blog, on ActionAid’s journey of working with women to strengthen their leadership, advance economic empowerment, and build collective action for gender justice.#GenderJustice #WomenEmpowerment

[ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia @ActionAid_SS]

"This International Women's Day, I celebrate the strong women who shaped me, the women walking beside me, and the girls we fight for every day. Let us continue to protect, empower, and clear every path so they can rise"
#IWD2026
#RightsJusticeAction
#MakeTaxesWorkForWomen

[ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia @ActionAid_SS]

When women and girls are given equal rights and opportunities, communities grow stronger and societies prosper.

#IWD2026
#RightsJusticeAction
#MakeTaxesWorkForWomen
#GiveToGain

[ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia @ActionAid_SS]

"As we commemorate International Women's Day, it is not a time for reflection, but a time to challenge ourselves to do more so that there is fairer distribution of economic opportunities for women and strengthening policies for gender responsive tax regimes..
#IWD2026
#GiveToGain

[ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia @ActionAid_SS]

This year’s theme- ‘Give to Gain’ encourages generosity and collaboration.  Different players have played their roles in the struggle to support women around the world. Although encouraging, there is still more to be done...
#IWD2026
#MakeTaxesWorkForWomen
#GiveToGain

[ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia @ActionAid_SS]

This celebration was more than just an event it was a reminder of the strength, resilience, and success of women who continue to shape society and open doors for future generations.
#IWD2026
#RightsJusticeAction
#MakeTaxesWorkForWomen
#GiveToGain

[ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia @ActionAid_SS]

ActionAid International, together with the Ministry of Women and Human Rights Development in Hirshabelle State, celebrated International Women’s Day on March 8 in Beledweyn District. The event brought together inspiring women leaders who shared powerful personal stories...

[ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia @ActionAid_SS]

about their lives, their struggles, achievements, and journeys. It was a lively and interactive gathering that highlighted women’s remarkable contributions in education, business, science, leadership, and community service...

[ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia @ActionAid_SS]

and action to create a more equal and inclusive future for all women and girls.
#IWD2026
#RightsJusticeAction
#MakeTaxesWorkForWomen
#GiveToGain

[ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia @ActionAid_SS]

As we commemorate 2026 International Women’s Day, we came together with AAS partners and Global Platform members to mark the day under the theme “Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls.”
The gathering was a space for dialogue on tax justice, economic empowerment,...

[ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia @ActionAid_SS]

and skills training remain limited. The youth employment crisis and the importance of fair and transparent tax systems that can support better opportunities, public services, and economic justice for communities.
Together, we reaffirm the need for rights, justice,...

[ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia @ActionAid_SS]

promote income-generating activities. The project aims to support families who lost their livelihoods due to natural disasters (floods/drought) and conflict, helping them recover and build capacity against future shocks.

[ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia @ActionAid_SS]

ActionAid in partnership with CPD held a project inception meeting in Mogadishu from February 8 - 9 2026. 'REBUILD: A multisectoral intervention to strengthen the resilience of host communities and internally displaced persons in Somalia,' is co-funded by AICS.

[ActionAid Somaliland/Somalia @ActionAid_SS]

The intervention focuses on Food Security & Agriculture, WASH, and Protection to improve the living conditions and resilience of vulnerable communities. Its main goals are to increase food security, provide access to water, sanitation, hygiene, and protection services, and