CIAG women leaders participating in an inclusive governance program

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Building leadership, participation and accountability across Somaliland.

25Programs and initiatives

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Leadership · Dialogue · ResearchConnected pathways to inclusive governance

A CIAG woman leader contributing to a governance dialogue

From leadership skills to policy influence

CIAG develops women leaders, creates structured spaces for civic dialogue, convenes policy debates, and builds evidence for more inclusive governance in Somaliland.

Programs in action

Each initiative connects leadership development, public participation and evidence to build more inclusive governance.

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Advocacy and Influence Workshop on Electoral Law Reform

A three-day capacity-building workshop for 20 selected women focused on strengthening their knowledge, confidence, and advocacy skills to engage effectively in the review and reform of Somaliland’s Electoral Law.

3 days

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Empowering Women in Leadership

A community dialogue in Kod Buur district, Hargeisa, bringing together local women and female candidates to discuss women’s experiences, participation in upcoming elections, and the importance of grassroots women’s leadership.

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Are Political Parties a Pathway or a Barrier to Women’s Political Inclusion?

A high-level policy forum examining how political party structures, nomination processes, and accountability mechanisms can either support or hinder women’s meaningful participation in political leadership in Somaliland.

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Dialogue Meeting with Women Activists and Supporters

A dialogue meeting bringing together women activists and supporters committed to promoting women’s leadership and participation in politics.

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Stakeholder Engagement on Inclusive Political Participation and Electoral Representation

CIAG joined a high-level stakeholder engagement with WADDANI Party leadership and civil society organisations to discuss strengthening the participation and representation of women and marginalised communities in the upcoming House of Representatives and Local Council elections.

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Participants engaged in a CIAG forum in Burao discussing men’s role in supporting women’s political participation and leadership.

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Engaging Men as Allies for Women’s Political Participation and Leadership

A stakeholder forum in Burao focused on strengthening men’s role as allies in advancing women’s political participation, leadership, and representation in decision-making spaces across Somaliland.

Burao, Togdheer Region, Somaliland

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Committed to Progress

CIAG remains committed to promoting good governance, accountability, and sustainable development through initiatives focused on creating meaningful and lasting change.

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Promoting Inclusive Dialogue with KULMIYE Party

A stakeholder engagement in Hargeisa bringing together CIAG, CDG, Adems Academy, and KULMIYE Party leadership to discuss women’s political participation and the representation of marginalised groups in upcoming elections.

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Dood: Doorka Haweenka iyo Dawladda Cusub

A CIAG-organised dialogue examining the role of women in the new government and the importance of women’s meaningful participation in leadership and decision-making in Somaliland.

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Strengthening Political Inclusion and Representation with Kaah Party

A strategic stakeholder engagement between CIAG, CDG, Adam Academy, and Kaah Opposition Party leadership focused on strengthening women’s and marginalised groups’ representation in Somaliland’s 2026 elections.

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