The Civic Engagement Facility is a catalyst for Somali-led collective action.
OUR MISSION
CEF strengthens civic networks, supports innovative ways for people to engage in civic life, and facilitates more inclusive dialogue between citizens and government 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 organize and solve problems. CEF listens and learns in order to support, connect, and amplify these efforts.
Our Areas of Work
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Convening Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue
Supporting civic actors through improved channels to participate in or convene political dialogue and inform policy, where relevant.
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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
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Increasing Collaboration among Civil Society
Civic actors shape decision-making and lead collective problem-solving processes around shared priorities.
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Strengthening Local Civic Spaces
Engaging communities to address priorities that matter to them.