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Empowering Somali Youth for a Better Tomorrow

YEA’s objective is to empower Somali youth and youth organizations to a level where they can create meaningful change in their communities.

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Empowering Services & Solutions for Somali Youth

Education and Skills Development

YEA is committed to improving access to quality education and equipping young people with relevant skills to help them succeed academically and professionally. Recognizing that…

Youth Employment & Entrepreneurship

YEA supports youth economic empowerment by promoting entrepreneurship and employability skills. Understanding the high levels of unemployment among Somali youth.

Health and Wellbeing

YEA addresses the physical, mental, and reproductive health challenges faced by young people in Somalia. Through health education, direct interventions, and psychosocial..

Peace Building and Conflict Resolution

YEA believes in the power of youth as agents of peace. The organization engages young people in community peacebuilding processes to address conflict, reduce violence,…

Governance and Civic Engagement

Empowering youth to actively participate in governance and civic affairs is a key focus of YEA. The organization educates youth on their rights and responsibilities…

Environmental Conservation

Environmental protection and climate resilience are increasingly vital for Somalia’s future. YEA integrates environmental education into its programs and mobilizes youth..

Our organization’s Approach

Youth Empowerment Alliance (YEA) takes a youth-centered, community-driven approach focused on equipping young people with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to lead positive change. By investing in youth potential, fostering partnerships, and promoting inclusive development, YEA works directly with youth, families, and communities to build a peaceful and prosperous future for all.

OUR MISSION

To promote the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social, and spiritual potential as responsible citizens. To mobilize the community in basic health services, education, and mainly water and sanitation issues.

OUR VISION

A peaceful, inclusive, and empowered society where youth are actively engaged in community development and leadership for national progress.

OUR CORE VALUES

Equity and Social Justice – Peaceful Social Change – Efficiency, Transparency, and Accountability – Integrity and Excellence – Diversity – Volunteering – Community Partnership – Participation – Community Ownership – Respect for the Environment – Inclusiveness – Sustainability of Interventions.

About Us

Youth Empowerment Alliance (YEA) is local Non-Governmental Organization based in Hiran region, Somalia since its establishment in 2000 after the phase out of the international community in 1990 by a group of Youth of Hiran region with a wide range of the Somali culture.

The organization was established to advocate for the youth in basic social services in Health, Education, Sanitation, Peace and human rights and towards developmental progress.

YEA is a youth led-initiative that empowers youth organizations and young people from different regions across Somalia, on issues that affect their lives. It provides opportunities for young people to explore different skills and develop their leadership potential through trainings, workshops and community developmental programs.

YEA also believes that well-equipped and empowered youth with adequate capacities and competences can create a peaceful and prosperous future for the communities and the nation.