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Who We Are
The Somali Livelihood Initiative and Disability Organization (LIDOSOM) is a beacon of hope for people with disabilities in Somalia, particularly in the Gedo region of Jubaland State. Established on January 1st, 2015, LIDOSOM operates as an independent humanitarian, non-profit, non-governmental organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities, women, and children.
At its core, LIDOSOM strives for social integration and the holistic development of disabled individuals. Through a range of initiatives, including skill development programs and the creation of employment opportunities, LIDOSOM aims to minimize dependency, uplift morale, and combat societal stigma. By fostering a supportive environment, the organization enables disabled individuals to lead more fulfilling lives and play an active role in their communities.
One of LIDOSOM's key strengths lies in its collaborative approach. Working in cooperation with Disabled People Organizations (DPOs) in the region and fostering unity among disabled individuals, the organization amplifies its impact. By leveraging partnerships and community engagement, LIDOSOM facilitates the implementation of humanitarian aid, human rights protection, and development programs tailored to the needs of disabled populations.
In pursuit of its mission, LIDOSOM has established essential infrastructure, including education centers, rehabilitation hospitals, and training workshops. These facilities serve as hubs for skill acquisition, clinical services, and vocational training, empowering disabled individuals to acquire valuable skills and pursue meaningful livelihoods.
In essence, LIDOSOM represents a beacon of empowerment and inclusivity, championing the rights and well-being of disabled individuals in Somalia. Through its multifaceted approach, the organization not only transforms the lives of those it serves but also promotes a more equitable and compassionate society for all.
Jubbaland regional state of Somalia is one of the Somalia federal states members of the federal government of Somalia. The Somali Livelihood Initiative and Disability Organization is community based disability organization that realized the problems existing in the regions mainly the fallowing:-
- Education lack of NSE Special Need Education in the state
- Rehabilitation lack of rehabilitation service and facilities
- Discrimination against the PWDs in the public and private services
- Environmental Barriers public and private service
- Health care facilities providing medical service and treatment services
- Human rights violation and universal rights prevention
Provide sustainable, appropriate, innovative life supporting programs for people with disability, marginalized and minority groups, women and children in Somalia to have access to quality health care, education, food security, nutrition, protection and public integration through mobilizing resources.
We visualize people with disability, women and children in Somalia to have access equal justice, economic opportunity and social empowerment
- To advocate the rights, freedoms and interests of persons with disabilities, women and children.
- To implement various preventative programs aimed at disability prevention;
- To provide proposals to state authorities when considering and adopting new legislation, amending and supplementing existing legislation relating to various aspects of the lives of people with disabilities, as well as in relation to the implementation of social inclusion programs and projects aimed at addressing the social needs of people with disabilities;
- To organize and provide social rehabilitation services for people with disabilities, their family members, carers, the elderly and people living on their own who have disabilities;
- To organize camps for people who have recently become disabled due to spinal cord injury, brain injury or other illnesses;
- To organize various seminars and conferences on topical issues for persons with disabilities;
- To promote persons with disabilities artistic expression, recreation through cultural events and projects;
- To encourage responsible authorities and society to help solve problems and emerging issues relating to persons with disabilities;
- To disseminate information about the organization’s activities, projects and their results.
We visualize people with disability, women and children in Somalia to have access equal justice, economic opportunity and social empowerment