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From Harm to Hope
About Women Initiative for Society Empowerment
WISE was established on 10 June 2010 by Somali women and professionals who sought to address the humanitarian and development challenges facing Somali communities — with women and girls at the center of the work.
FOUNDED 10 JUNE 2010
Our Story
Somalia has experienced prolonged conflict, displacement and humanitarian crises that have affected communities for decades — challenges that have particularly affected women, children, persons with disabilities, displaced populations and other vulnerable groups.
WISE was established in response, bringing together the ideas, skills and commitment of Somali women and professionals to support community development, humanitarian assistance and empowerment.
The organization continues to work with communities to strengthen their capacity, improve access to essential services, promote rights and create opportunities for sustainable livelihoods.
WHO WE SERVE
Standing with Somalia's most vulnerable
Internally Displaced Persons
Refugees, Returnees & Migrants
Poor & Vulnerable Households
Women & Children
Communities Affected by Conflict
Disadvantaged & Minority Groups
Women Affected by Violence
Youth Requiring Capacity Development
Orphaned Children
Persons Living with Disabilities
Our Vision
To see peaceful, prosperous and empowered women and girl’s communities in East Africa enjoy gender equality and equity where illiteracy and poverty have been eliminated.
Our Mission
To spearhead women empowerment, gender equality and equity for community development and consolidate women initiatives to create a solid foundation for the health, education and development of the women community through promoting excellence in their livelihoods and use of environmentally sound initiatives.
-WHAT GUIDES US
Our Core Values
01
Intergrity
We uphold transparency and honesty in all our business associations.
02
Gender Sensitivity
We value equality and equity between women and men.
03
Commitment
Our dedication to duty is inspired by our internal desire to deliver.
04
Professionalism
We are guided by ethics and international best practices.
05
Teamwork
In our pursuit of success, we recognize our mutual interdependence.
06
Accountability
We take responsibility for our own actions in full transparency.
07
Effective Communication
We seek to listen to and to be heard by all our stakeholders.
Live Our Values
These principles shape every program WISE delivers, every day.
-OUR APPROACH
Community-managed. Multi-sectoral. Integrated.
Our programming integrates technology, partnerships, innovation, gender equality, social inclusion, results-based management, advocacy and policy influence — at both household and community level, alongside local authorities and community structures.
This approach is designed to address immediate needs while helping communities build productive livelihoods, strengthen local systems, improve access to services and reduce long-term vulnerability.
Technology & Innovation
Partnerships
Gender Equality & Inclusion
Results-Based Management
Results-Based Management
-GENDER FOCUS
Women and girls at the center
WISE recognizes that crises can disproportionately affect women and girls and can increase existing inequalities and vulnerabilities. Our gender-focused approach ensures their specific needs, strengths and aspirations are considered throughout relief, recovery and development.
This includes supporting women’s participation, protection, livelihoods, access to services, leadership and decision-making.
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Legal Registration
WISE is registered under GalMudug State of Somalia and holds Federal Government of Somalia registration.
Registration No. 0173/2016
Governance Structure
WISE is governed by a General Assembly and Board of Directors, supported by monitoring, evaluation and reporting systems for quality delivery, accountability and continuous improvement.
Organizational Policies
- Procurement Policy
- Personnel Policy
- Inventory Management
- Fuel & Vehicle Usage
- Fixed Asset Management
- Financial Procedures
- Authorization & Approval of Payments
Get to know our work.
Explore the programs WISE delivers across Somalia — from protection to peacebuilding.