Green Somali Initiative

Working towards environmental conservation, sustainable development, and community empowerment in Somalia.

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50,000+ Trees Planted
120+ Community Projects
15,000+ Lives Impacted
8 Regions of Operation

About Us

The Green Somali Initiative (GSI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to environmental protection and sustainable development in Somalia. Our mission is to create a greener, healthier future for all Somalis through community-led initiatives, education, and advocacy.

Founded in 2015, we have implemented numerous projects focused on reforestation, waste management, clean water access, and sustainable agriculture. We believe that environmental sustainability and community development go hand in hand.

Our work spans across multiple regions in Somalia, focusing on building resilient communities that can adapt to climate change while preserving their natural resources for future generations.

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Our Mission

To promote environmental conservation and sustainable development in Somalia through community engagement, education, and innovative solutions that address the pressing environmental challenges facing our nation.

Our Vision

A Somalia where communities thrive in harmony with their environment, with sustainable management of natural resources, climate resilience, and green economic opportunities for all.

Our Approach

We work directly with local communities, government institutions, and international partners to develop context-specific solutions that are sustainable, scalable, and impactful.

Our Programs

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Tree Planting

Reforestation & Afforestation

Large-scale tree planting initiatives across Somalia to combat desertification, restore degraded lands, and increase forest cover.

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Clean Water

Clean Water & Sanitation

Providing access to clean water through well construction, water purification systems, and hygiene education in rural communities.

Sustainable agriculture

Sustainable Agriculture

Training farmers in climate-resilient farming techniques, promoting organic farming, and establishing community seed banks.

Environmental education

Environmental Education

Raising awareness about environmental issues and sustainable practices through school programs and community workshops.

Waste management

Waste Management

Implementing community-based waste collection, recycling initiatives, and promoting proper waste disposal practices.

Climate resilience

Climate Resilience

Helping communities adapt to climate change through drought-resistant crops, water harvesting, and disaster preparedness training.

Our Impact

Since our establishment in 2015, the Green Somali Initiative has made significant strides in environmental conservation and community development across Somalia.

Our reforestation efforts have resulted in the planting of over 50,000 trees across 8 regions, helping to combat desertification and restore degraded ecosystems. These trees not only help to stabilize the soil and improve water retention but also provide sources of food, fodder, and income for local communities.

Through our clean water initiatives, we have provided access to safe drinking water for over 15,000 people in rural communities, reducing waterborne diseases and the time spent by women and children fetching water from distant sources.

Our sustainable agriculture programs have trained more than 2,000 farmers in climate-resilient farming techniques, leading to increased crop yields and improved food security in participating communities.

Community impact

Latest from Our Blog

Blog post 1
June 15, 2023 | Reforestation

New Reforestation Project Launched in Central Somalia

We're excited to announce our latest initiative to plant 10,000 trees in central Somalia to combat desertification and restore degraded lands.

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Blog post 2
May 28, 2023 | Agriculture

Empowering Women Through Sustainable Agriculture

How our training programs are helping women farmers increase yields while protecting the environment and building climate resilience.

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Blog post 3
April 10, 2023 | Water

Clean Water Initiative Reaches 5,000 People

Our water purification project has now provided clean drinking water to over 5,000 people in rural communities, reducing waterborne diseases.

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Contact Us

Get In Touch

πŸ“ Mogadishu, Somalia

πŸ“ž +252 61 123 4567

βœ‰info@greensomalinitiative.org

We'd love to hear from you. Whether you want to volunteer, partner with us, or just learn more about our work, don't hesitate to reach out.