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Gender equality is a fundamental human right and is essential for advancing development and reducing poverty. We increase access to quality sexual health services and eliminate harmful practices such as female genital mutilation and early and child marriage.

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Ayaan Initiative is a nongovernmental and nonprofit feminist movement hub, established in 2020 by young girls in Somalia. Dedicated to fostering equity and empowerment, Ayaan Initiative operates as a transformative force for grassroots activism, movement building, and feminist organizing across Somalia. The organization stands as a catalyst for systemic change, challenging societal norms and creating a platform for marginalized voices to be heard.

OUR VISION

Ayaan Initiative envisions a society where gender equality is a reality, and all individuals, regardless of gender identity, can exercise their rights and choices freely. The organization adopts a broad feminist perspective that encompasses the rights of transgender individuals, actively addressing systemic discrimination and fostering inclusive communities. Its vision is grounded in a commitment to justice, dignity, and equity for all.

CORE MISSION

The organization’s mission is to:

Address the root causes of gender-based discrimination and oppression.

Empower a new generation of feminist leaders who advocate for social justice and equality.

Build a resilient and inclusive feminist movement that challenges social exclusion and vulnerabilities.

Promote the rights and choices of women, girls, and marginalized communities in Somalia

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Movement Building

Ayaan Initiative focuses on creating and sustaining feminist networks and alliances to amplify voices advocating for gender justice. These networks aim to strengthen collective power and solidarity among feminist groups and individuals.

Grassroots Activism

Through community-centered approaches, the organization empowers individuals and groups to lead change within their own communities. Grassroots efforts focus on education, capacity building, and advocacy to drive transformative social change.

Protection From Violences

We work with communities, families, schools and governments to protect children from harm.

Human rights

Gender equality is a fundamental human right and is essential for advancing development and reducing poverty. We increase access to quality sexual health services and eliminate harmful practices such as female genital mutilation and early and child marriage.

Advocacy

we advocate especially for the needs of girls from low-income communities and those who may face discrimination because of their gender, race, religion, ethnicity, immigration status, disability, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation and gender identity.

RECENT ACHIEVEMENTS

Since its inception, Ayaan Initiative has been instrumental in

Empower a new generation of feminist leaders who advocate for social justice and equality.

Advocating for policies and practices that promote gender equity in Somalia, particularly in Puntland. Notable achievements include the implementation of a total ban on FGM and the adoption of laws protecting women and girls from violence.

Building awareness about transgender rights and fostering inclusivity within feminist activism, sparking critical conversations and promoting understanding.

A total of 100 young boys and girls were reached through female basketball tournament, the main purpose was to provide the young boys and girls with the necessary knowledge and information to make informed choices about their lives. The initiative is part of our efforts to reduce early marriage in Somalia, which affects girls disproportionately, has a serious negative impact on their health, education, and prospects.

A total of 300 young boys and girls were reached through school engagement, peer education and social media campaigns as part of our commitment to eliminate FGM.