THE CHALLENGE:

Reconciling a war-torn and impoverished community that has seen little educational or economic opportunity over a period of many years requires the united and committed engagement of individuals and households, clans and communities, local government, and civic leaders of both genders at all levels.

WHAT WE’RE DOING ABOUT IT:

Iftiin Foundationis establishing Peace and Reconciliation Committees in selected cities inSouthern Somalia to support the reintegration of war-affected youth and young people at-risk.Initial organizational efforts to engage specific influencers such as clan elders, community leaders, women’s groups, youth,localgovernment and the business population are ongoing.