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๐ŸŒ Est. 2020 ยท Garowe, Puntland

Midnimo Women Network

A Leading Women's Civil Society Platform in Somalia

Since 2020, Midnimo Women Network represents 55 women-led organizations across all nine regions of Puntland. Our mission is to enhance women's voices through advocacy, coordination, and empowerment for peacebuilding, gender equality, and legal reform.

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Established 2020 ยท Garowe, Puntland
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MWN Focus Areas

Six interconnected thematic areas driving gender equality and women's empowerment across all nine regions of Puntland and Somalia.

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Political Participation & Rule of Law

Promoting women's engagement in political processes and ensuring legal frameworks that uphold their rights are enforced.

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Social Affairs Advocacy

Championing rights of women and girls to education, healthcare, economic empowerment, and equitable access to employment.

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Peacebuilding & Security

Facilitating reconciliation and mediation processes to promote peace and security within communities across Puntland.

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Protection Against Violence

Advocating for prevention of all forms of violence against women and children, including FGM/C and exploitation.

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Prevention of Unethical Practices

Addressing misuse of technology and media to safeguard the rights and well-being of women and children in Somalia.

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Legal & Policy Reform

Promoting legal reforms aimed at gender mainstreaming and enhancing protections for women's and children's rights.

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Latest News

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๐Ÿ“… July 2024Partnership

Digital Skills & Online Safety Training for 500 Women in Puntland

Partnered with PYAN to deliver comprehensive digital skills and online safety training for 500 women across Puntland.

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๐Ÿ“… April 2024Advocacy

Gender Equality Workshops for 300 Community Leaders โ€” Danwadaag Project

MWN organized workshops in partnership with local NGOs and the local government of Garowe impacting 300 participants.

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๐Ÿ“… 2022โ€“2023Economic Empowerment

Microfinance Initiative Creates 150 Women-Led Small Businesses in Puntland

Partnering with International Development Agency, MWN launched microfinance initiatives for 200 women entrepreneurs.

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Message From the Executive Director

Ifrah Abdinur Farah
Gender Specialist & Network Leader

Our organizational governance ensures that beneficiaries are assured Midnimo Women Network is established on their behalf and is indeed serving their best interests. Projects we undertake facilitate communities in undertaking effective and sustainable development initiatives for women and girls in Puntland.

"We believe that an empowered woman is the foundation of an empowered community. Through our network of 55 organizations, we are building a movement for lasting gender equality across all nine regions of Puntland."

Since 2020, Midnimo has empowered over 10,000 women and girls through educational programs, legal advocacy, and economic empowerment initiatives. We invite organizations that share our commitment to join us in this mission.

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Ifrah Abdinur FarahExecutive Director ยท Gender Specialist

Partners & Collaborators

Working with international organizations, local NGOs, and government agencies to maximize impact for women and girls across Puntland.

UN Women
UNICEF
SIHA Network
NAGAAD Network
PYAN
MOJCRAR
Puntland Youth Network
Intl. Development Agency
Garowe Local Government
Diakonia
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Reports & Publications

Access all Midnimo Women Network annual reports, research, and publications

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Testimonials

Midnimo believed in me when I didn't believe in myself. The loan I received through their Economic Empowerment Program changed my life โ€” I now run a tailoring shop and have created jobs for two other women in my community.

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Fatima MohamedBeneficiary โ€” Economic Empowerment Program

Midnimo Women Network is a remarkable platform that has brought real change to Puntland. Their advocacy work with parliamentary stakeholders has moved the conversation on women's rights forward significantly in our region.

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Community LeaderGarowe, Puntland

In Videos

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Gender Equality & Community Leaders โ€” Garowe 2024
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Women's Voice in Puntland Policy Dialogue
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Codka Haweenka โ€” The Voice of Women
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How Islam Promotes Gender Equality โ€” 2023
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