TVET PROGRMS

Much of the humanitarian and development assistance provided to Somalia and Somaliland over the last 25 years has lacked the long-term vision required to ensure a smooth transition into post-war development. Economic assistance is frequently given in the form of cash-for-work programs and short-term job creation initiatives. Although potentially lifesaving, such approaches are frequently only useful in achieving short-term goals. Somalia is currently in a post-war recovery phase, during which it is critical to focus on long-term, developmental goals. This stage of Somalia’s recovery has enormous potential and offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for new beginnings. It is critical that development initiatives consider the need for long-term, sustainable approaches in order for this potential to be realized and utilized that are owned and led from local.