About us

The Society Development Initiative Organization (SDIO) is a registered, non-profit, non-political, and community-based NGO working to uplift and empower vulnerable communities in Southern and Central Somalia. Since our founding in 2001 by local intellectuals, elders, and youth, we have served as a bridge between underserved populations and international development partners.

We focus on providing solutions in areas such as water, sanitation, health, education, women empowerment, food security, and peacebuilding.

Our
Mission

To empower Somali communities from dependence to prosperity, while promoting peaceful coexistence and sustainable development.

Our Mission

To improve the living standards of vulnerable populations through:

Self-help rehabilitation strategies

Sustainable community-based programs

Capacity building in economic, health, and educational sectors

Our services

What We Do – Sectors of Specialization

Agriculture & Livestock

Rural Infrastructure Development

WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene)

Primary Healthcare & Health Awareness

Food Security & Nutrition

Emergency Relief Response

About us

From 2001 to date, SDIO has led over 30 humanitarian and development projects, partnering with organizations like UNICEF, World Vision Somalia, ICRC, Somalia Diaspora, NRC, SACO, and WFP. Major achievements include:

• Safe water provision through wells and catchments

• Emergency health & nutrition programs in Gedo and Bay

• Education material distribution and school renovation

• Food and cash voucher programs for drought victims and IDPs

• PRMN protection and return monitoring with NRC

• MCH clinics, sanitation outreach, and women-led enterprise programs

2001

24+

Years of experience

Established