ARD works with communities to strengthen their capacity to prepare for, respond to and recover from crises while building more sustainable futures.
Communities affected by conflict, displacement, drought and poverty face repeated shocks that can undermine development and deepen vulnerability. Building resilience requires more than responding to immediate needs—it requires strengthening local capacity and community-led solutions.
ARD works alongside communities, local authorities and partners to identify priorities, strengthen local capacity and support practical solutions that help communities manage risks and recover from crises.
Our programme prioritises vulnerable and crisis-affected communities, with particular attention to inclusive participation by women, young people and marginalised groups.
Strengthening local knowledge, skills and community structures to identify priorities and address local challenges.
Supporting communities to better understand risks, prepare for emergencies and reduce vulnerability to future shocks.
Encouraging community participation, dialogue and cooperation to strengthen relationships and collective action.
Supporting locally identified initiatives that address community priorities and contribute to sustainable development.
Established by ARD in 2019 in Baidoa, Imam Zeyli’i School provides free primary and secondary education to children from vulnerable and underserved communities. The school provides a safe and inclusive learning environment designed to give children the opportunity to learn and build a better future.
Key Facts
Established: 2019
Location: Baidoa, Somalia
Education: Free primary and secondary education
Students: 500+ learners, including orphans, displaced and vulnerable children and students with special needs
Your support helps communities develop local solutions, strengthen resilience and build more secure and sustainable futures.
