2025 Year in review
2025 stands out as a year of expanded reach, stronger partnerships, and deeper community impact across Somalia. We reached 318,742 individuals with lifesaving and resilience-building interventions.
Measuring our Collective Reach
318,742
Women & Girls
Men & Boys
29
Active Grants
18
Districts Covered
83%
Program Efficiency
Health & Nutrition
Key Achievements
- 46,439 children vaccinated
- 7,316 women accessed reproductive care
- 5 health facilities supported
Food Security (FSL)
Key Achievements
- 41,300 HH assisted with cash/inputs
- 3,250 farmers trained in CSA
- 820 women entrepreneurs supported
WASH
Key Achievements
- 41,600 received safe water
- 11,200 hygiene promotion outreach
- 46 water points rehabilitated
Protection & Legal Aid
Key Achievements
- 9,120 reached with GBV awareness
- 5,400 supported with HLP rights
- 2,420 cases resolved through ADR
Education & Protection
Key Achievements
- 6,200 school-age children supported
- 3,160 youth in vocational training
- 14 community education committees
Women’s Empowerment
Key Achievements
- 520 women in business training
- 300 women-led MSEs supported
- 1,200 active in savings groups
Youth & Cohesion
Key Achievements
- 1 major sports for peace tournament
- 8 week psychosocial support program
- 3,160 youth in leadership coaching
Climate & Governance
Key Achievements
- 2 major climate workshops held
- 1 ACTIVE project launched (EU)
- 28 leaders trained in governance
Transparent Stewardship of USD 5.3M+
83% of every dollar goes directly to lifesaving program delivery on the ground.
Zero Cases
No financial misconduct recorded across 29 project budgets.
Unqualified Audits
All externally reviewed projects met global reporting standards.
98% Utilization
High disbursement rate across SHF and plan-based projects.
"This training did not just give me skills—it gave me dignity."
Halima, a mother of four, once struggled with irregular income. Through UNDP-supported training, she transformed her small tea kiosk into a thriving mini-café. Today, she employs two young women and her children are back in school.
Restoring Peace Through Dialogue
In Hudur, land disputes often lead to tension. READO’s trained Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) committees facilitated mediation for families in conflict for over a year. Now, they farm side-by-side once again.
Expanding Reach Across 18 Districts
In 2025, READO delivered one of its largest portfolios, spanning 7 regions and 18 districts to reach the most underserved communities.
Mainstreaming Inclusion
Gender Equality
100% women-focused delivery in e-WINS and tailored support for 820 entrepreneurs.
Disability Inclusion
Disability-disaggregated data in health facilities ensures no one is left behind.
Accountability (AAP)
Standardized feedback systems and PSEA training across all 18 districts.
Deep Dive into our 2025 Impact
Our comprehensive report provides a detailed breakdown of how we reached 318,742 individuals across 18 districts, maintaining 83% program efficiency.
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