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We uplift Impoverished communities through Social and financial Intervention.
We create intervention solutions for resilience, peace, and economic development.
Gird empowers Underpriviledged Somalia women, and Children, promotes peace, and advocates for women's opportunities in Somali minority communities.
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OUR ACTIVITIES?
• We promote education for girls, ensuring they have the resources and opportunities to succeed.
• Access to Education**: Advocate for and facilitate access to quality education for girls in underserved communities. • Community Awareness**: Implement awareness campaigns to highlight the importance of girls’ education and combat cultural barriers. • Scholarship Programs**: Establish scholarship initiatives to support girls from low-income families in pursuing their education. • Safe Learning Environments**: Work to create safe and inclusive school environments, free from violence and discrimination. • Mentorship Programs**: Develop mentorship opportunities connecting girls with female role models in various fields. • Curriculum Development**: Collaborate with educational authorities to ensure curricula are gender-sensitive and relevant to girls' needs. • Parental Engagement**: Foster parental involvement in girls’ education through workshops and community meetings, emphasizing the long-term benefits of educating daughters.• Empowering women through skills training and advocacy for their rights and opportunities. • Training women on life-skills and financial literacy. • Supporting women livelihood opportunities including formation of Self Help Groups and Village Savings and Loans Association, vocational and entrepreneurship. • Advocacy against harmful practices – FGM, Early Marriages, GBV. • Training youth and women on market-informed vocational skills. • Supporting establishment of market-informed enterprises. • Promoting Education for Girls - Ensuring access to quality education for girls to enhance their knowledge and skills, fostering confidence and independence. • Health and Well-being Initiatives - Providing access to healthcare services, including reproductive health education and maternal care, to improve women's overall health and quality of life.
• Providing access to clean and safe drinking water through the construction and rehabilitation of wells, boreholes, and water treatment systems. • Improving sanitation facilities by building latrines and promoting proper waste management practices. • Conducting hygiene education and training sessions to promote handwashing, proper hygiene practices, and disease prevention. • Collaborating with local communities and stakeholders to ensure sustainable and long- term impact. • Monitoring and evaluating project outcomes to track progress and ensure effectiveness. • Empowering community members to take ownership of WASH initiatives and maintain infrastructure. • Advocating for policy changes and increased funding for WASH projects at the local and national levels. • Support advocacy and supply of Menstrual Health and Hygiene products and services
• Supporting the delivery of primary health care services through capacity building health teams. • Community awareness, including distribution of preventative supplies on communicable diseases. • Mental and Psychosocial support to vulnerable groups. • Supporting vulnerable groups in the establishment of nutrition-sensitive livelihoods and food fortification. • Nutritional Education : Provide workshops on balanced diets and nutritional practices to improve community health outcomes. • Access to Healthcare : Facilitate access to essential healthcare services, including maternal and child health programs, vaccinations, and disease prevention. • Food Security Initiatives : Implement programs that promote food production and sustainable agricultural practices to combat food insecurity. • Mental Health Support : Raise awareness and provide resources for mental health issues, ensuring holistic well-being for community members.
Engaging communities in conservation efforts to protect our natural resources and ecosystems.
- **Sustainable Practices**: Promote sustainable agricultural and livestock practices to reduce environmental degradation and enhance productivity. - **Reforestation Initiatives**: Implement tree-planting campaigns to restore degraded lands and combat deforestation in local ecosystems. - **Water Conservation**: Advocate for and train communities in water-saving techniques, such as rainwater harvesting and efficient irrigation methods. - **Climate Education**: Conduct workshops to raise awareness about climate change impacts and the importance of environmental stewardship among community members. - **Biodiversity Protection**: Support initiatives that protect local wildlife and habitats, fostering a balanced ecosystem. - **Renewable Energy Projects**: Facilitate the adoption of renewable energy sources, like solar power, to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and improve energy access. - **Community Engagement**: Involve local communities in environmental conservation projects, promoting ownership and long-term sustainability.Supporting livelihood diversification and market system strengthening for sustainable growth.
**Livelihood Programs**: Implement programs that promote sustainable livelihoods, such as agriculture, livestock rearing, and crafts. - **Microfinance Initiatives**: Provide access to microloans for women and youth to start their own businesses and enhance economic independence. - **Skills Training**: Offer vocational training programs to equip community members with skills in trades, technology, and entrepreneurship. - **Market Access**: Facilitate connections between local producers and markets to improve sales and income opportunities. - **Community Savings Groups**: Establish savings and loan groups that encourage financial literacy and collective investment among community members. - **Partnerships with Local Businesses**: Collaborate with local businesses to create job opportunities and apprenticeships for youth and women. - **Climate Resilience Strategies**: Promote practices that enhance economic resilience against climate change, such as sustainable farming techniques and resource management.Countries In Operation
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ACTIVITIES WE FOCUS ON
- **Empowerment Programs**: Develop programs that empower women and girls through education, vocational training, and leadership opportunities to promote gender equality in communities. - **Advocacy Against Gender-Based Violence**: Advocate for policies and practices that protect women and girls from gender-based violence (GBV), and provide support services for survivors. - **Child Rights Awareness**: Raise awareness about children's rights, emphasizing the importance of education, protection from exploitation, and access to healthcare for all children. - **Community Engagement**: Involve men and boys in gender equality initiatives to foster a culture of respect and support for women’s rights and child protection. - **Safe Spaces for Children**: Establish safe spaces for children, particularly girls, where they can access education and psychosocial support, especially in crisis situations.
Providing access to clean and safe drinking water through the construction and rehabilitation of wells, boreholes, and water treatment systems. - **Access to Clean Water**: Emphasize the importance of providing reliable access to safe drinking water to reduce waterborne diseases and improve overall health. - **Community Education**: Implement educational programs focused on hygiene practices, such as handwashing and safe water storage, to empower women and families. - **Sanitation Facilities**: Advocate for the construction of gender-sensitive sanitation facilities, including latrines, that cater to the needs of women and girls, ensuring privacy and safety. - **Water Resource Management**: Promote sustainable water management practices, including rainwater harvesting and the protection of local water sources, to support community resilience against climate change.
- **Community Training Programs**: Implement training programs that educate communities on disaster preparedness, response strategies, and risk assessment to build resilience. - **Early Warning Systems**: Advocate for the establishment of early warning systems that provide timely information about potential disasters, enabling communities to take proactive measures. - **Vulnerability Assessments**: Conduct vulnerability assessments to identify at-risk populations, particularly women and children, and tailor disaster response plans accordingly. - **Emergency Response Plans**: Develop and disseminate clear emergency response plans that outline roles, responsibilities, and resources available during a disaster, ensuring community involvement. - **Infrastructure Resilience**: Promote the construction of resilient infrastructure, such as flood-resistant buildings and safe shelters, to minimize the impact of disasters on vulnerable populations.
- **Community Reforestation Projects**: Initiate and support tree-planting campaigns to restore local ecosystems and combat deforestation. - **Sustainable Resource Management**: Promote practices that ensure sustainable use of natural resources, including soil, water, and biodiversity. - **Waste Management Initiatives**: Educate communities on proper waste disposal and recycling practices to reduce pollution and protect the environment. - **Climate Change Awareness**: Conduct workshops to raise awareness about climate change impacts and promote adaptive strategies within communities. - **Conservation Partnerships**: Collaborate with local and international organizations to enhance conservation efforts and share best practices for environmental protection.
- **Access to Financial Services**: Facilitate access to microfinance and savings programs to empower women with the financial resources necessary to start and grow their businesses. - **Skills Development Training**: Provide vocational training and skills development programs tailored to local market demands, enabling women to secure sustainable livelihoods. - **Entrepreneurship Support**: Establish mentorship and support networks for women entrepreneurs, offering guidance in business planning, marketing, and management. - **Market Access Initiatives**: Create platforms for women to access local and regional markets, promoting their products and enhancing their economic visibility. - **Cooperative Models**: Encourage the formation of women’s cooperatives to enhance collective bargaining power, resource sharing, and community support for business ventures.
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Beneficiaries Have Increased Knowledge On Fishing Sector, Business Management and Fish Markets. Leadership and Governance Workshops Have Been Conducted, Strengthening Leadership Skills as the counties take on new devolution roles and powers conferred to them through the adoption of the new constituition.
GIRD has successfully established over 600 Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLAs) groups within host communities, IDP camps, and returnees' communities in Somalia. Through these groups, individuals have received comprehensive training in financial and business management, empowering them to take control of their economic futures
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Testimonials
Volunteer
"Volunteering with GIRD has been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my life. Seeing the direct impact of our efforts on the community is truly inspiring."
Beneficiary
"Thanks to GIRD, I was able to complete my education. Their programs provided me with the support I needed to succeed."
Community Leader
"GIRD's commitment to our community has brought about real change. Their initiatives have empowered many individuals to improve their lives."
Donor
"I am proud to support GIRD. Their transparency and dedication to their mission make me confident that my contributions are making a difference."
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