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About Us

The Somali Statistics and Research Institute (SOSARI) is a legally registered, independent, Somali-led, not-for-profit, and multidisciplinary think-do-tank research and policy institution committed to advancing evidence-based decision-making at national, regional, and global levels. Officially recognized by the Federal Government of Somalia, the institute provides integrated services in applied research, statistical analysis, capacity strengthening, and technical advisory and consultancy. SOSARI produces high-quality, policy-relevant evidence to inform public policy, enhance humanitarian and development interventions, and drive sustainable socio-economic transformation.

Through its multidisciplinary expertise, SOSARI contributes to improved governance systems, strengthened public health outcomes, inclusive economic development, and enhanced social wellbeing across diverse contexts and communities. The institute further promotes evidence-informed policy engagement and knowledge exchange to support effective decision-making and institutional performance.

SOSARI collaborates with government institutions, international and local non-governmental organizations (INGOs and LNGOs), United Nations agencies, development partners, donors, academic institutions, and the private sector to transform complex data into reliable and actionable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and communities. Through rigorous research methodologies and advanced analytical approaches, the institute supports evidence-informed planning, program implementation, and policy development.

OUR VISION

To become a leading national, regional, and globally recognized center of excellence in policy research, statistical analysis, and evidence generation, advancing socio-economic development, public health, climate and environmental research, and institutional capacity strengthening through the application of robust data systems and innovative, scientifically grounded methodologies.

Our MISSION

To advance the generation and application of evidence to support public institutions, civil society organizations, the private sector, and development partners through high-quality policy research, advanced data analytics, capacity strengthening, and strategic advisory services that enhance decision-making processes, improve development effectiveness, and promote sustainable and inclusive socio-economic transformation.

OUR VALUES

We recognize that we work across the world, where values and cultures differ. We will promote tolerance, harmony and respect for differing cultures within the worldwide statistical and research community. Our shared professional values are described in the SOSARI Declaration on Profession Ethics. They are respect, professionalism, Accountability Trusteeship and integrity.

  • Respect
  • Professionalism
  • Integrity
  • Accountability
  • Trusteeship

OBJECTIVES

  • To design and implement rigorous monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEAL) frameworks—including baseline, midline, and endline evaluations—that inform adaptive programming and policy refinement.
  • To conduct large-scale surveys, censuses, and field-based research using statistically robust sampling methodologies to generate representative and policy-relevant data.
  • To produce high-quality policy briefs, technical reports, working papers, and applied research outputs that translate evidence into actionable policy recommendations.
  • To establish and operationalize policy dialogue platforms, stakeholder forums, and technical working groups that foster inclusive governance and evidence-based decision-making.
  • To organize national and regional conferences, workshops, and roundtables for research dissemination, knowledge exchange, and strategic policy engagement.
  • To deliver targeted capacity-building programs for government institutions, LNGOs, and CSOs in MEAL systems, research methodologies, data management, and data ethics.
  • To provide strategic consultancy and advisory services in policy development, program design, institutional strengthening, and organizational performance improvement.

Our story

Meet our team

  • Mohamud Bashir Omar

    Executive Director

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  • Twesigye Emmanuel

    MEAL Specialist

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    Director of MEAL and Field Operations

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    Thematic Research Manager

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    Training & Capacity Building Manager

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    Financial Advisor

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  • Jonathan Adams

    Business Advidor

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