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Community ownership
Local communities take an active part in, and own, the programmes that serve them.
Together for resilient,inclusive Somali communities
Together for Change Initiative is a national NGO in Kismayo, meeting urgent humanitarian needs while building long-term resilience across Somalia.
01Our roots
From Arawelo WomenOrganization to TCI
We began as the Arawelo Women Organization in Kismayo. Today, as Together for Change Initiative, we address both immediate humanitarian needs and long-term development challenges across Somalia.
Where we began
Arawelo Women Organization
Our roots are in the Arawelo Women Organization (AWO), working with communities in Kismayo, Jubaland.
Today
Together for Change Initiative
Rebranded as TCI: a registered national NGO working across sectors and regions of Somalia.
Kismayo, Jubaland State
02What we believe
A clear vision,guided by shared values
Our vision and mission set the direction. Eight core values shape how we get there.
Our vision
Resilient, inclusive and prosperous communities in Somalia where all people participate in governance, access sustainable livelihoods, and live in dignity and peace.
Our mission
To drive sustainable development and humanitarian response through inclusive governance, economic empowerment, peacebuilding and essential services, so Somali communities achieve resilience, productivity and social cohesion.
- Integrity
- Accountability
- Inclusivity
- Equity and justice
- Community ownership
- Innovation
- Partnership
- Sustainability
03What we do
From urgent reliefto lasting resilience
Life-saving humanitarian assistance and long-term development, delivered across six connected programme areas.
04How we work
Community-centred,from planning to results
A multi-sectoral, community-centred approach guided by evidence and built on strong partnerships.
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Inclusion by design
Women, youth, IDPs and persons with disabilities are included from the start.
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Conflict-sensitive & gender-responsive
Every programme is designed with conflict sensitivity and gender responsiveness.
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Evidence & adaptive learning
Evidence-based planning and adaptive learning shape what we do next.
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Strong partnerships
We work alongside government institutions, civil society and development actors.
05Who we serve
Built around thepeople most at risk
We prioritize those most at risk, so every programme stays inclusive and responsive to their needs.
- Women and girls
- Youth
- Internally displaced persons
- Persons with disabilities
- Marginalized and vulnerable communities
KismayoHeadquarters, Jubaland
NationwideCommunities across Somalia
06Accountability
Accountable to thecommunities we serve
Strong accountability mechanisms keep our programmes responsible, ethical and effective.
Community feedback
Feedback and complaints systems that let the communities we serve be heard.
Transparency
Openness in how our programmes are planned, implemented and reported.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding and protection policies that keep people safe from harm and exploitation.
Regular reporting
Consistent, timely reporting to partners and stakeholders.
Monitoring, evaluation & learning
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Track performance
Monitor progress and measure the impact of every programme.
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Inform decisions
Use evidence to guide decision-making and adaptive programming.
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Stay accountable
Report results to communities, partners and stakeholders.
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Share lessons
Capture and share lessons learned for continuous improvement.
07From the field
Change happensin the community
Forums, seminars and community sessions that bring people together for change.
08Get involved
Let's build resilientcommunities together.
Partner, fund or collaborate with TCI to strengthen communities across Somalia.
Working alongside
- Federal Government of Somalia
- Jubaland State institutions
- United Nations agencies
- International NGOs
- Civil society & community groups
- Private sector & cooperatives
- Academic & research institutions