Who We Are
Nature Somalia is a non-governmental, community-led conservation organization working to safeguard Somalias birds, wildlife, wetlands, and coastal ecosystems.
Since the collapse of the central government in 1991, Somalia’s natural ecosystems have been under severe and sustained threat due to prolonged conflict, political instability, and the breakdown of national governance structures. Somalia is inherently rich in biodiversity—its wetlands, grasslands, and coastal zones have historically supported a wide range of migratory and resident bird species, mammals, and marine life. However, these ecosystems are now under pressure from habitat destruction, poaching, and unregulated exploitation of natural resources. As a result, many species have become endangered, vanished entirely, or been forced to migrate to neighboring regions.
Nature Somalia was founded by a group of environmental conservation experts, the organization aims to fill a critical gap in national conservation leadership and operates at the nexus of biodiversity conservation, community resilience, and sustainable development.
Vision & Mission
Our vision and mission guide every action we take in our commitment to conservation and community empowerment.
Our Vision
A peaceful and thriving ecosystem where people and nature coexist in harmony, and biodiversity is upheld as the foundation of resilience, stability, and sustainable growth.
Our Mission
We aim to promote the conservation of biodiversity and natural ecosystems through dedicated research, advocacy, education, and meaningful community participation.
Our Core Values
These values form the foundation of our conservation work and guide our interactions with communities, partners, and the natural world.
Biodiversity Conservation
We prioritize the protection of birds, wildlife, and fragile ecosystems that are essential to Somalia's natural heritage.
Community Leadership
Conservation begins at the grassroots. We work hand-in-hand with local communities to ensure ownership, sustainability, and impact.
Scientific Integrity
Our work is grounded in research, monitoring, and data-driven approaches to safeguard species and habitats.
Resilience & Restoration
We focus on restoring degraded wetlands, coasts, and habitats to build ecological and community resilience.
Collaborative Partnerships
We believe in the power of working together with local, national, and international partners to achieve shared conservation goals.
Stewardship
We are committed to educating and empowering current and future generations to become stewards of Somalia’s natural legacy.
Our Impact
Since its establishment, Nature Somalia has implemented a range of impactful conservation initiatives that have transformed how conservation is approached in the Horn of Africa.
Community-based training on bird and wildlife identification, monitoring, and protection
Public education on the role of wetlands and coastal habitats in supporting biodiversity
Awareness campaigns on impacts of habitat degradation, poaching, and climate events
Capacity building for coastal communities in coral reef and mangrove conservation
Current Priorities
Our strategic focus areas for the next three years, designed to create lasting impact across Somalia's diverse ecosystems and communities.
Establish Somalia's first national bird monitoring network
Launch a community-led mangrove restoration initiative across 3 delta areas
Build a digital biodiversity and IBA mapping platform
Train 150 community peace–environment mediators in hotspot regions
Restore over 1,000 hectares of degraded drylands and wetlands
Implement a sea turtle and coastal bird nesting protection program