The Civic Engagement Facility is a catalyst for Somali-led collective action.
OUR MISSION
CEF strengthens civil society networks, supports innovative channels for civic engagement and facilitates more inclusive citizen-government dialogue around shared priorities
We facilitate collaboration among civic actors, government, private sector, and communities to bridge divides,
promote inclusive dialogue, and advance locally led change. By supporting responsive governance,
CEF supports Somali communities to build a future rooted in dignity and respect.
Where civic space is shaped by the voices and actions of many
Somali communities organise and problem-solve - CEF listens to and learns from civil society in order to support, connect, and amplify.
Our Areas of Work
-
Convening Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue
Supporting think tanks and research institutions to advance and discuss Somali insights that shape policy agendas
-
Connecting Tradition & Innovation
Drawing on Somali arts and culture, digital platforms, and the ideas of young men and women to foster creative collaboration and new forms of civic participation
-
Increasing Collaboration among Civil Society
Working with established civil society organisations and networks to support grassroots civic actors and lift up their voices.
-
Strengthening Local Civic Spaces
Engaging communities to address priorities that matter to them.