Integrated programs that address root causes of insecurity and build lasting peace across Somalia
The Somali Peace & Security Foundation (SPSF) delivers locally grounded, prevention-focused programmes that address the structural, social, and economic drivers of insecurity and violent extremism in Somalia. Our work is rooted in community realities and informed by local conflict dynamics, cultural norms, and existing resilience mechanisms.
We focus on early prevention, community resilience, and protection-centered responses that reduce vulnerability to radicalization, strengthen social cohesion, and support peaceful coexistence.
Rooted in community realities and context
Early intervention and root causes
Community resilience and safety
Five integrated pillars that drive sustainable peace and resilience
SPSF implements community-level interventions that reduce the risk of recruitment into violent extremist and criminal networks. We engage at-risk youth, women, religious leaders, and community influencers to promote critical thinking, peaceful alternatives, and positive identity formation.
Our work prioritizes:
We strengthen local conflict prevention and reconciliation mechanisms by supporting inclusive platforms that bring together youth, women, elders, and traditional authorities. SPSF reinforces existing community capacities to manage disputes peacefully and prevent escalation into violence.
Our approach builds:
SPSF integrates economic empowerment into peace and security programming, recognizing that poverty, exclusion, and lack of opportunity increase vulnerability to radicalization.
We support:
We apply community-based protection approaches that enhance safety, dignity, and access to services for internally displaced persons, minorities, women, and children. SPSF works with communities to identify protection risks and strengthen local response mechanisms.
Our protection work emphasizes:
Recognizing their influence and legitimacy, SPSF partners with religious scholars and traditional leaders to promote peace, tolerance, and social cohesion. We support leaders to act as positive role models and counter harmful narratives through credible, values-based messaging.
SPSF's work is guided by proven principles and frameworks
Local acceptance and trusted partnerships
Conflict-sensitive and adaptive approaches
Empowering diverse voices and leadership
Robust protection and compliance systems
Aligned with peace and security strategies
Our programmes are designed to be scalable, measurable, and adaptable, enabling effective collaboration with donors, government institutions, and consortia partners.
Partner with SPSF to create lasting impact across Somali communities. Together, we can strengthen resilience and promote sustainable peace.