About Us

Welcome to Help Action Network

Founded in 2010 by a group of Somali women professionals, Help Action Network (HAN) is dedicated to uplifting Somalia’s most vulnerable communities. The organization focuses on key areas such as education, healthcare, gender-based violence prevention, food security, and environmental sustainability. HAN has become a trusted partner in both humanitarian and development sectors, recognized for its impactful work in communities in need.

 

 Mission

HAN is committed to improving the quality of life for communities in need by providing holistic support in key areas such as education, health, protection, gender-based violence prevention, nutrition, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), food security, peace-building initiatives, and environmental sustainability.

Vision

To create a world where every individual has access to essential resources and opportunities, enabling them to live healthy, educated, and sustainable lives in harmony with the environment.

Core Values

  1. Integrity
  2. Sustainability
  3. Compassion
  4. Accountability
  5. Empowerment
  6. Respect for Human Rights
  7. Collaboration
  8. Non-Discrimination

Sustainability Plan: Ensuring Long-Term Impaction

To create lasting change, HAN has developed a comprehensive Sustainability Plan focused on financial sustainability, local empowerment, and environmental responsibility. Key objectives include:

Financial Sustainability

  • Strategic Fundraising: Develop multi-channel fundraising strategies.
  • Endowment Fund: Establish a fund to generate sustainable income for core
    programs.
  • Social Enterprise Ventures: Develop income-generating projects, including solar
    energy and sustainable agriculture initiatives.
  • Corporate Partnerships: Foster relationships with businesses to support initiatives
    through CSR programs.

Community Ownership and Local Empowerment

  • Community-Led Development: Shift to a facilitation model where communities play
    a central role in program planning and implementation.
  • Capacity Building: Train local leaders and community members to enhance self-
    reliance.
  • Youth Empowerment: Provide vocational training and leadership opportunities to
    youth

Environmental Sustainability and Green Energy

  • Renewable Energy Solutions: Expand solar power initiatives to provide clean energy.
  • Sustainable Agriculture: Promote climate-resilient farming techniques and water-
    efficient practices.
  • Environmental Advocacy: Raise awareness about climate change and sustainability.

Challenge

Despite significant progress, HAN continues to face challenges such as limited funding, logistical barriers in remote areas, and the growing need for services in communities affected by conflict, climate change, and economic instability

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