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Our projects

Assignments we have delivered on the ground, connecting our programme pillars to results across Somalia.

Where MDH holds photography of an assignment it is published on that project's page and labelled as such. Elsewhere the images are illustrative and show the kind of work involved.

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Strengthening the Somali Women Journalists Network and Leadership Platform

Strengthened the institutional capacity, coordination and leadership of women journalists in Banadir through a sustainable network structure.

January – June 2025Read more →
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Development of a Digital Networking Platform for Women Journalists

Established a dedicated digital platform giving women journalists in Dhusamareb a professional space for collaboration and knowledge exchange.

March – July 2025Read more →
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Women Journalists Leadership, Mentorship and Professional Development Programme

Connected experienced women journalists with emerging professionals through structured mentorship, leadership workshops and peer learning.

August – December 2023Read more →
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Strengthening Regional Networks for Women Media Professionals and Content Creators

Built regional coordination among women journalists, media professionals and content creators across Galmudug State.

February – June 2026Read more →
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Strengthening Human Rights Reporting for Journalists

Equipped 20 journalists from Galgaduud Region to report on human rights issues with greater professionalism, sensitivity and accountability.

August 2024Read more →
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Promoting Inclusive Media and Combating Discrimination

Engaged 25 journalists in Mudug Region on inclusive, ethical reporting and fair representation of marginalized communities.

August 2024Read more →
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Freedom of Expression and Media–Police Cooperation Initiative

Brought 25 journalists and members of the Galmudug Police together to strengthen understanding of press freedom and professional cooperation.

June 2024Read more →
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Digital Peace, Hate Speech and Responsible Social Media Engagement Project

Worked with media practitioners, influencers and youth to reduce hate speech, misinformation and inflammatory online narratives.

May – July 2025Read more →
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Youth and Community Digital Safety and Counter-Hate Speech Initiative

Built resilience among young people, university students and online communities against harmful digital content and unsafe online behaviour.

June – September 2025Read more →
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Conflict-Sensitive Media and Social Cohesion Capacity-Building Project

Strengthened conflict-sensitive journalism and social cohesion among journalists, youth and community actors in Hirshabelle State.

April – September 2024Read more →

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