Community Programs

Youth Empowerment

The city has launched several programs to engage young people in productive activities.

Ongoing programs include:

  • Jubaland Youth Development Center (JYDC) in Kismayo: Offers technical training in carpentry, plumbing, tailoring, and IT.
  • Local football tournaments hosted at Kismayo Stadium to promote sportsmanship and prevent youth radicalization.
  • Partnership with ILO and GIZ to fund microenterprise development and vocational training for youth from vulnerable backgrounds.

Women's Initiatives

Empowering women economically and socially is a citywide priority.

Key activities include:

  • Formation of women's cooperatives in Alanley and Shaqaalaha to support small-scale food processing and tailoring businesses.
  • Entrepreneurship training and microloans provided by the Jubaland Women Development Association (JWDA).
  • Inclusion of women representatives in district-level decision-making forums and local peace committees.
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