The Nabadeynta Somalia Project is an impactful initiative aimed at enhancing security and access to justice for marginalized communities in Somalia, particularly in areas affected by conflict and instability. Supported by UKAID and implemented in collaboration with Equal Access International, the project operates in Baidoa and Hudur- Somalia, focusing on ensuring that vulnerable populations—such as women, minority clans, and internally displaced persons (IDPs)—can access fair, accountable, and inclusive security and justice services.
The core objective of the Nabadeynta Somalia Project is to address critical security and justice challenges identified by local communities. The project seeks to strengthen public trust in security systems, promote more equitable justice practices, and empower marginalized groups to take an active role in conflict resolution and decision-making processes. To achieve these goals, the project engages community leaders, women, youth, and government officials in dialogue and negotiation to foster inclusive, sustainable solutions.
Key activities of the project include:
- Security Services: Strengthening community-led security initiatives by building the capacity of local leaders and law enforcement to ensure safety and stability in conflict-prone regions.
- Justice Services: Promoting access to justice for marginalized groups by addressing systemic barriers and biases within traditional justice systems, ensuring fair treatment for all community members.
- Conflict Resolution: Facilitating dialogue forums and negotiation sessions to resolve local conflicts and build consensus on security and justice issues, particularly for minority groups and women.
- Capacity Building: Training community members, including youth and women, on negotiation, conflict mediation, and leadership to empower them as active participants in the peacebuilding process.
The Nabadeynta Somalia Project is set to run from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2026, targeting communities across Somalia. The project aims to reach 25,000 individuals across various regions, including both IDPs and host communities, ensuring that marginalized groups have improved access to security and justice services.
Through its integrated approach, the Nabadeynta Somalia Project not only addresses immediate security and justice needs but also contributes to long-term peacebuilding, social cohesion, and the empowerment of marginalized populations across Somalia.