Empowering Women Leaders: A Milestone Achievement by CPD
The BRCiS III project, implemented by the Centre for Peace and Democracy (CPD) in partnership with the International Rescue Committee (IRC) and funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), has significantly improved women’s participation in community decision-making in Galmudug State, Somalia.
Through continuous engagement and discussions advocating for equity, women now play crucial roles in top leadership positions within Community Resilience Committees (CRCs) and other community structures like Water Management Committees, Natural Resource Management Committees, and Early Warning Early Action Committees.
A woman doing presentations during the LRCs training conducted by CPD in Adado District, Galmudug State of Somalia
Women are actively shaping the decision-making process by participating in Community Action Plans (CAP), community contingency plans, and training on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) and Complaints and Response Mechanisms (CRM).
As we celebrate International Women’s Day, CPD honors these achievements and reaffirms its commitment to fostering inclusive and equitable community development.
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Empowering Women in Garbaharey: A New Era of Leadership and Governance
For years, women in Garbaharey District, Gedo region, Jubaland State have played vital roles in their communities but remained largely excluded from decision-making.
The recent Women’s Governance, Leadership, and Resource Mobilization Workshop by the Centre for Peace and Democracy (CPD) under the Dowlad Wanag Consortium, led by VNG International and funded by the Somalia Stability Fund (SSF), has sparked a transformative shift.
Asli Daqane Mohamed and Fartun Ahmed Adan speaking during the recent Women’s Governance, Leadership, and Resource Mobilization Workshop by CPD at Garbaharey District, Gedo Region, Jubaland State of Somalia
Over 50 women, including grassroots activists, businesswomen, and aspiring political figures, were equipped with the knowledge and skills to engage in governance and drive local development.
Participants like Asli Daqane Mohamed and Fartun Ahmed Adan have recognized CPD’s impact in transforming their perspectives and ambitions. Women now understand their right to participate and lead, and they are actively pushing for better representation and resource mobilization for community projects.
As we celebrate these achievements, CPD reaffirms its commitment to fostering inclusive and equitable community development.
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Celebrating Peace Ambassadors: Women Leading the Way on International Women’s Day
Madam Xabibo Kofurow and Maymuna Cali, renowned Peace Ambassadors in Mudug Region, Somalia, are recognized by CPD for their vital role in peace-building. Their Peace Committee has successfully conducted peace caravans, reaching out to elders, women, and youth in their reconciliation efforts.
Madam Xabibo Kofurow and Maymuna Cali, renowned Peace Ambassadors in Mudug Region speak during a women consultative meeting conducted by CPD in Galkacyo Town, Mudug Region
They express gratitude to CPD for supporting women’s leadership in peace-building efforts through engagement programs, acknowledging that women have often borne the brunt of conflicts.
“CPD has built our peace-building capacities from scratch through previous SSF-funded peace projects, workshops, and seminars,” they affirmed. Recently, they were part of a peace caravan creating awareness during the last rainy season, urging for peaceful coexistence among pastoral communities. CPD’s support is instrumental to their achievements.
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Celebrating Women’s Leadership in Landscape Restoration for a Greener Somalia
Women’s leadership is driving sustainable development, particularly in our ongoing “Seedbombs” project in Adado and Dhusamareb districts. Funded by WHH, this initiative sees women taking on critical roles in restoring degraded lands.
Remarkably, in Dhumoodle (Adado) and Faragoy (Dhusamareb), Xakiimo Yussuf Mohamed and Sahro Isse Ali lead as secretaries within the landscape restoration committees (LRCs). On International Women’s Day, we celebrate these women’s contributions to environmental conservation and community resilience.
A women with a baby on her back makes her contributions during an LRCs workshop conducted by CPD in Dhumodle Village in Adado District, Galmudug State of Somalia
Their dedication highlights the importance of women’s participation in decision-making, ensuring inclusive, effective, and community-driven restoration efforts.
Recently, these leaders, alongside other LRCs, received training to enhance their capacity in sustainable land management and conflict resolution. This empowerment enables them to tackle soil degradation, tree regeneration, water conservation, and community disputes.
Their leadership strengthens restoration efforts, proving that when women are empowered, entire communities benefit. Their active participation inspires other women to take on leadership roles in environmental conservation and community development.
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Empowering Women Through Sewing: CPD’s International Women’s Day Initiative
As we celebrate International Women’s Day, the Centre for Peace and Democracy (CPD) proudly highlights our contributions towards gender equality. We’ve distributed Juki Sewing Machines, multi-task tables, and Steel Tailor Scissors, empowering women by enhancing their sewing skills and providing income-generating opportunities.
A woman sewing clothes using a sewing machine donated to her by CPD in Adado District, Galmudug State of Somalia
Our initiative promotes gender equality, helping women break free from traditional roles and contribute economically. Zeinab Isse, a beneficiary, shares how this support transformed her life and her family’s: “Before the support, my family was living in hardship with no source of income. After receiving the sewing machines, my entire life changed. I engaged in dressmaking for the community, generating income. I thank CPD and WHH for the timely support,” said Zeinab from Adado district, Galgadud region, Galmudug State of Somalia.
The project “Climate-Resilient WASH and Livelihoods Package for Resilient Somali Landscapes” is funded by BMZ through WHH and implemented by CPD.
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