Somali Act for Welfare & Dev. Actions (SAWDA)

Youth Led, Non-Governmental Organization.

[Somali Act for Welfare & Dev. Actions (SAWDA) @SAWDA_ORG]

SAWDA held a community consultation meeting in Qansaxdhere for the upcoming FAO-SIDA project supporting drought-affected communities in hard-to-reach areas. The meeting focused on community priorities, coordination & inclusive project implementation.

@FAO @FAOSomalia @Sida

[Somali Act for Welfare & Dev. Actions (SAWDA) @SAWDA_ORG]

SAWDA successfully held Kick-off meeting in Qansaxdhere for the SIDA Drought Response – UCT Intervention targeting 1,566 HHs.

Funded by SIDA & FAO and implemented by SAWDA to support drought-affected families with lifesaving cash assistance.

@FAO @FAOSomalia @Sida @FAOAfrica

[Somali Act for Welfare & Dev. Actions (SAWDA) @SAWDA_ORG]

SAWDA is pleased to announce the launch of a FOA-SIDA funded project in Qansaxdhere, Som - targeting drought-affected communities in rural & hard-to-reach areas.

The initiative aims to enhance resilience and improve access to essential support services.

@Sida @FAOSomalia @FAO

[Somali Act for Welfare & Dev. Actions (SAWDA) @SAWDA_ORG]

Ramadan Mubarak from SAWDA 🌙

May this month bring peace, compassion, and strength to our communities.

Together, we continue serving those in need with dignity and hope.

#RamadanMubarak #Humanitarian

[Somali Act for Welfare & Dev. Actions (SAWDA) @SAWDA_ORG]

SAWDA met with the Ministry of Livestock to coordinate fodder seed distribution under the FAO CERF-funded project, reaching 2,850 HHs across 11 CFW villages through combined training and community engagement to strengthen livestock resilience.

@FAO @FAOSomalia @UNCERF

[Somali Act for Welfare & Dev. Actions (SAWDA) @SAWDA_ORG]

Under the FAO CERF-funded project, a Nutrition Champions Training was conducted for 22 participants (11 men and 11 women) to strengthen community-level nutrition awareness and behavior change, enhancing local capacity to improve household nutrition outcomes.

@FAOSomalia @FAO

[Somali Act for Welfare & Dev. Actions (SAWDA) @SAWDA_ORG]

SAWDA conducted WMC training under the FAO-CERF funded project reaching 285 households (210 men and 75 women).

The training focused on community-led water governance, system maintenance & inclusive participation to ensure sustainable access to safe water.

@FAOSomalia @FAO

[Somali Act for Welfare & Dev. Actions (SAWDA) @SAWDA_ORG]

Through 3 Cash-for-Work cycles, SAWDA under FAO-CERF funded project supported 11 villages to rehabilitate 22 water catchments (2 per village) improving water access while providing income to vulnerable households.

@FAOSomalia @FAO

#CFW #FAO #SAWDA #WaterAccess #Resilience

[Somali Act for Welfare & Dev. Actions (SAWDA) @SAWDA_ORG]

SAWDA met with the Ministry of Agriculture to review ongoing activities, including the CERF-funded project under FAO, and discuss upcoming agriculture initiatives.

Strong coordination for sustainable impact.

#SAWDA #FAO #CERF #MinistryOfAgriculture #FoodSecurity

@FAO

[Somali Act for Welfare & Dev. Actions (SAWDA) @SAWDA_ORG]

SAWDA staff successfully registered 4,850 beneficiaries in Baidoa & Bardale under the FAO CERF-funded project.

This marks the 1st cycle of payments to help vulnerable HHs withstand drought impacts and protect livelihoods.

#FAO #CERF #DroughtResponse #FoodSecurity #Som

[Somali Act for Welfare & Dev. Actions (SAWDA) @SAWDA_ORG]

@Only1Cargofx MSNR + SMC

[Somali Act for Welfare & Dev. Actions (SAWDA) @SAWDA_ORG]

Drought has severely hit Baidoa & Bardale, drying up key water catchments and limiting access for people & livestock.

With @FAO & funding from #CERF, #SAWDA is restoring catchments to ensure reliable, safe water and strengthen drought resilience.

#ClimateAction #Resilience

[Somali Act for Welfare & Dev. Actions (SAWDA) @SAWDA_ORG]

SAWDA held a successful kick-off meeting with the Bardale DC to discuss the implementation of upcoming project.

This initiative funded by CERF–FAO, aims to support drought & flood-affected communities in SWS Somalia reaching 4,850 HHs with vital assistance.

@FAOSomalia @FAO

[Somali Act for Welfare & Dev. Actions (SAWDA) @SAWDA_ORG]

Thrilled to support 60+ Young Champions in South Central #Somalia under the #OMLMENAFellowship

They’ll gain skills in sustainability, leadership, entrepreneurship & well-being — with sessions alongside MENA youth & a special Somali-focused program.

#YouthEmpowerment #Leadership

[Somali Act for Welfare & Dev. Actions (SAWDA) @SAWDA_ORG]

SAWDA Field Team held a productive meeting with community elders at village level as part of our project sensitization activities funded by #CERF-#FAO.

Discussed was the project’s objectives, listened to their valuable insights & ensured their voices are heard.
@FAO @FAOSomalia

[Somali Act for Welfare & Dev. Actions (SAWDA) @SAWDA_ORG]

SAWDA kicked off a consultation meeting in Baidoa with local authorities to launch our CERF-FAO funded project supporting drought & flood-affected communities in South West State. Targeting 4,850 HHs (2,850 CfW & 2,000 UCT).
@FAOSomalia @FAO