Reinforcing Conflict-Mitigation Capacity
USAID, along with other donors, is encouraging Somali peace and reconciliation efforts at the local, regional and national levels. The work, contributes to internal conflict resolution efforts, creates space for political dialogue, empowers the public to speak out regarding key issues and increases pressure on Somali political leaders to respect the rights and concerns of the people.
Promoting Civil Society
Civil society organizations perform a critical role by providing more access to social services such as education, income-generating activities, health services, food distribution and the provision of clean water, as well as being active in promoting peace. USAID’s staunch support is reflected in a civil society that is now flourishing, where previously none existed. USAID also supports political party development.
Improving Access to Essential Services
The estimated primary school enrolment rate in Somalia is only 20 percent. To assist the government in improving educational opportunities, USAID is rehabilitating schools, helping to increase enrolment, and providing scholarships to young women from three different regions of Somaliland to attend a teacher education college.
USAID also supports both urban and rural water development.
In response to the ongoing drought in Somalia, USAID is providing emergency support, including food aid.