Child Community Empowerment

Empowering Somali communities through resilience and self-reliance.

Clean Somali Solutions for Somali Communities.

As a women-led local NGO, SAF-UK strengthens women's leadership and empowers youth to shape the future.

Sustainable Together for a Resilient Somalia.

We help communities adapt to climate change through sustainable agriculture, water access, and environmental protection.

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Empowering Communities. Building the Future.

Education and livelihoods are at the heart of our mission to create lasting change in Somalia.

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Our Impact

Real Change in Somali Communities Since 2018, SAF-UK has reached hundreds of thousands of people through locally led humanitarian and development programs. Key achievements include:

850,000+ people gained access to clean water

120,000+ women and children received essential health and nutrition care

15,000+ farmers and youth supported with skills and income generation

60+ schools rehabilitated and re-equipped

Who We are

Empowering Communities. Building the Future.

Skills Active Forward (SAF-UK) is a women-led, local Somali NGO dedicated to saving lives, empowering communities, and promoting sustainable development. With active offices in Mogadishu, Baidoa, Kismayo, and Galkacyo, we deliver community-driven programs in health, education, WASH, food security, and climate resilience.

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What We Do

We work with communities to deliver humanitarian aid and build resilience

Our programs focus on:

Health & Nutrition - Improving access to quality healthcare for mothers and children.
WASH - Expanding access to safe water and sanitation services.
Food Security & Livelihoods - Supporting farmers, herders, and small businesses.
Education & Youth Empowerment - Creating opportunities for learning and employment.
Climate Change & Environment - Promoting climate adaptation and sustainability.
Gender Equality & Protection - Ensuring safety and inclusion for women and girls.

Where We Work

We operate across southern and central Somalia, reaching communities affected by drought, displacement, and conflict. Our regional offices serve as operational hubs for effective and timely responses:

Mogadishu (HQ) - National coordination and program management.
Baidoa - Humanitarian and nutrition support in Bay, Bakool, and Lower Shabelle.
Kismayo - Livelihoods, protection, and WASH in Lower and Middle Juba.
Galkacyo - Health, resilience, and climate adaptation in Mudug and Galgaduud.

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Partners

We are proud to collaborate with UN agencies, Somali ministries, and local organizations to deliver high-quality, people-centered programs.

We practice equitable partnerships where:

Local knowledge drives program design
Resources are shared transparently
Credit is given where it’s due
Communities remain at the center of all decisions

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