About us
Social Women and Resilience Organization (SWRO) is a women-led, community-driven organization dedicated to empowering Somali women and girls to overcome social, economic, and protection challenges. Established to address the growing vulnerabilities faced by women—especially in fragile, conflict-affected, and climate-stressed communities—SWRO works to strengthen resilience, expand opportunities, and promote meaningful participation of women in community development and decision-making processes.
Social Women and Resilience Organization (SWRO) is established in 2020 to empower women, youth, and vulnerable communities across Somalia. Headquartered in Kismayo with sub-offices in Baidoa and Mogadishu, SWRO focuses on promoting gender equality, resilience, and sustainable development through community-based initiatives. The organization works with internally displaced persons (IDPs), returnees, and host communities to improve livelihoods, enhance access to education and health services, and strengthen local capacities for self-reliance.
SWRO’s core areas of intervention include women’s empowerment, livelihood support, WASH, education, protection, and community resilience. By adopting a participatory and rights-based approach, the organization ensures that communities actively engage in identifying their priorities and implementing solutions that lead to lasting impact. Through partnerships with government institutions, civil society, and development agencies, SWRO continues to promote inclusive development, economic empowerment, and social justice helping build resilient and self-sufficient communities across Somalia.
Mission statement
To empower women, youth, and marginalized groups through community-driven initiatives that promote gender equality, resilience, and sustainable development. SWRO works to enhance access to education, health, livelihoods, and protection services by fostering participation, building local capacities, and advocating for social justice across fragile and climate-stressed communities.
Vision statement
A resilient, inclusive Social where women and vulnerable communities lead sustainable development, uphold human rights, and thrive in peace and dignity.
Our Goal
The goal of the Social Women and Resilience Organization (SWRO) is to improve the living standards of vulnerable communities especially women and children through community mobilization, capacity building, advocacy, and institutional strengthening at the grassroots level.
Core values
Integrity
We operate with honesty, fairness, and accountability.
Transparency
Decisions and resources are managed openly and responsibly.
Respect
Every individual’s dignity and rights are valued.
Gender Equality
We promote equal opportunities for women and men.
Participation
Communities are central in planning and action.
Empowerment
Building skills, confidence, and local leadership.
Innovation
Creative solutions for community challenges.
Resilience
Strengthening the ability to recover from crises.
Collaboration
Working with partners for inclusive development.