Empowering Women, Protecting Rights, Transforming Communities
Empowering Communities Through Advocacy, Relief.
The Somali Advocacy and Relief Organization (SARO) is a women-led, rights-based organization founded in 2014. Operating primaril y in northern Somalia, especiall y Lower Juba, Af amdow.
Our programs
Since its inception in 2014 SARO has proofed as local NGO who knows the locality, Aid delivery and priority of South Central Somalia.SARO offers the following programs:
Women & Girls Empowerment
Promoting gender equality, leadership development, economic empowerment, and protection services .
Health & Nutrition
Improving access to primary healthcare, maternal health services, nutrition support, and community health awareness programs.
Education & Skills Development
Enhancing access to quality education, literacy initiatives, vocational training, and capacity-building opportunities .
Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH)
Providing safe water sources, sanitation facilities, hygiene promotion, and emergency WASH interventions.
Our Impact
Latest Activities
Peace Tournament for Afmadow Youth Integration
Participants reached: 650 youth (including both male and female participants from different clans and communities)
Conflict Resolution Training for Clan Elders
Participants reached: 400 elders (represeting various clans and traditional leadership structures)
Trauma Healing Training for Different Social Groups in Afmadow
Participants reached: 920 participants (including women, youth, returnees, and vulnerable groups)
Land Disputes Mitigation Training for Local Authority, Khadi, and Local Magistrates
Participants reached: 35 officials (comprising local authority members, Khadi, and magistrates)
Afmadow Youth Sports Tournament Sponsored by SARO
The Somali Advocacy and Relief Organization (SARO) proudly sponsored and supported the Afmadow Youth Sports Tournament, an exciting community event aimed at empowering young people, promoting peace, and strengthening social
SARO serves:
Target Beneficiaries
- Vulnerable women and girls
- Internally displaced persons (IDPs)
- Women-led civil society organizations
- Persons with disabilities
- Minority and marginalized communities
- Youth and children affected by conflict and poverty
Latest Updates and
Impactful Stories
Empowering Women Through Skills Development and Leadership
Women play a vital role in building strong and resilient communities. At SARO, we are committed to empowering women
Improving Access to Clean Water and Sanitation
Access to safe water and proper sanitation is essential for healthy communities. SARO continues to implement WASH programs that
Building Resilient Communities Through Humanitarian Action
Humanitarian crises continue to affect many communities across Somalia. SARO responds with timely emergency assistance, including food support, shelter,
Our Partners
Together We Can Create Lasting Change
Join SARO in empowering women, protecting vulnerable communities, and building a more resilient and inclusive Somalia.