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About TCI

A national organization,built with communities

A national NGO advancing inclusive development, humanitarian response and resilience building across Somalia.

Together for Change Initiative (TCI) is a national, non-governmental, non-profit organization headquartered in Kismayo, Jubaland State of Somalia.

We are registered with the relevant government authorities and operate across multiple regions of Somalia. We are committed to advancing inclusive development, humanitarian response and resilience building.

Through integrated, community-driven approaches, we address both immediate humanitarian needs and long-term development challenges.

TCI team members and forum participants standing together in Kismayo

Our story

From Arawelo Women Organization to TCI

A new name for a broader mission, rooted in the same communities.

  1. Where we began

    Arawelo Women Organization (AWO)

    Our roots are in the Arawelo Women Organization, working with communities in Kismayo and Jubaland.

  2. Today

    Together for Change Initiative (TCI)

    Rebranded as TCI: a national organization registered with the relevant government authorities, working across multiple sectors and regions of Somalia.

Our vision

Resilient, inclusive and prosperous communities in Somalia where all people actively 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 service delivery, enabling Somali communities to achieve resilience, productivity and social cohesion.

Core values

What guides us

Eight commitments that guide how we work with communities and partners.

  • Integrity
  • Accountability
  • Inclusivity
  • Equity and justice
  • Community ownership
  • Innovation
  • Partnership
  • Sustainability

Our approach

Multi-sectoral and community-centred

We combine humanitarian assistance with long-term development initiatives, guided by evidence-based planning, adaptive learning and strong partnerships with government institutions, civil society and development actors.

  • Community ownership

    Local communities take an active part in, and own, the programmes that serve them.

  • Inclusion by design

    Women, youth, IDPs and persons with disabilities are included from the start.

  • Conflict-sensitive & gender-responsive

    Every programme is designed with conflict sensitivity and gender responsiveness.

  • Evidence & adaptive learning

    Evidence-based planning and adaptive learning shape what we do next.

  • Strong partnerships

    We work alongside government institutions, civil society and development actors.

Who we serve

Programmes built around people

We prioritize the people most at risk, so our programmes stay inclusive and responsive to their needs.

  • Women and girls
  • Youth
  • Internally displaced persons
  • Persons with disabilities
  • Marginalized and vulnerable communities

Geographic coverage

Headquartered in Kismayo. Working nationwide.

From our base in Jubaland State, we implement programmes and initiatives that reach communities throughout Somalia.

Organizational structure

How we are organized

A growing team of experienced professionals, governed by a Board of Directors.

Board of Directors
Executive Director
  • Finance & Administration Manager
    • Finance Officer
    • Admin & Logistics Officer
  • Programmes Manager
    • Project Coordinator
      Field Coordinator
  • Research & Development Manager
    • Partnership & Grants Officer

Our team's expertise

  • Programme design and management
  • Gender and social inclusion
  • Humanitarian response and resilience programming
  • Monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL)
  • Community engagement and participatory approaches

Strengthening our systems

We continuously strengthen our systems to enhance effectiveness and ensure high standards of delivery.

  • Compliance
  • Financial management
  • Safeguarding
  • Accountability

Get 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