Where We Work
GECPD operates across two key states in Somalia, with a strong presence in both urban and rural areas.
Puntland State
Bari Region: Bossaso, Armo
Karkaar Region: Gardo, Bander Beyla
Nugaal Region: Garowe, Burtinle
Sool Region: Bocame
Mudug Region (North): Galkayo, Harfo, Galdogob, Jariiban, Saxo
Galmudug State
Mudug Region (South): Galkayo South
Galgaduud Region: Dhusamareb, Adado, Abudwaq, Guriel
Headquarters: Galkayo Town
Field Offices: Garowe, Bossaso, Dhusamareb
Through this extensive network, we deliver vital services to vulnerable communities, empowering those most in need.
Achievements
GECPD has made notable progress in promoting gender equality, access to education, and community resilience:
Education: Female literacy in Puntland rose from 17% (2000) to 47% (2024).
Vocational Training: Equipped 3,528 women and youth with employable skills.
Women’s Rights: Advocated for inclusive policies supporting gender equality.
FGM Prevention: Awareness campaigns reduced FGM prevalence from 98% (2000) to 92% (2022).
Emergency Response: Assisted 35,000 female-headed households facing droughts, floods, and conflict.
Youth Empowerment: Reached 2,000 youth through mentorship and leadership programs.
Our Partners
We are proud to collaborate with these partners who make our impact possible:
UNHCR – Supporting self-reliance and community-based protection since 2007.
Spazio Solidale – Program support since 1999.
Diakonia Sweden – Partner since 2000; currently supporting our resilience-building project.
Frontline Women’s Fund – Supporting FGM prevention and anti-VAW campaigns since 2011.
Under Same Sky – Partner in child-friendly education programs since 2014.
ADFD (Abu Dhabi Fund for Development) – Supporting capacity building and youth development since 2019.
Vennas Rotary – Supporting health education since 2021.
European Commission – Partner in peacebuilding initiatives through the BRIDGES Project.
We are deeply grateful for the ongoing trust and collaboration of our partners.