Date- 01.06.2024 - 31.12.2024
Somaliland is among the world’s most vulnerable countries to the impacts of climate change. Poverty, environmental degradation, displacement, and clan conflict all weaken communities' ability to cope with droughts, floods, and other climate-related disasters. The intervention targets Somaliland's eastern regions (Sanaag, Togdheer, and Sool), which are particularly dependent on natural resources such as grazing land and rain-fed agriculture. Climate change disrupts these resources and threatens the livelihoods of people in those areas. By pinpointing how climate change affects these regions, the intervention can develop targeted solutions. The goals of this intervention align perfectly with SDG 13, which calls for urgent action on climate change. Building resilience and raising awareness are crucial steps towards helping Somaliland adapt to the changing climate.
A polit project funded by civil society in development (CISU) of Demark which SONSAF will conduct a baseline study to contribute to the existing literature on the effects of climate change in Somaliland, focusing on the eastern regions. The study will assess the relationship between climate change and clan conflicts and explore any links between the prevalence of SGBV-related crimes and climate change. This research will provide evidence-based guidelines for promoting adaptation strategies to mitigate the effects of climate change, with expected outcomes of reduced clan conflicts—particularly over water and grazing land—and combating SGBV-related crimes through advocacy and access to justice.