About us
Madasha Aqoonyahanka Aragtida Nool– MAAN is an independent, non-profit, non-political initiative based in Mogadishu committed to fostering a peaceful environment characterized by good governance through engaging, informing, and involving Somali citizens in understanding existing national agendas and actively participating in ongoing policy planning and discussions.
WHY CHOOSE US
There are several compelling reasons to choose MAAN as your partner in Somalia
Our work
We organize various events, including private & public forums, intellectual debates, conferences, workshops, and roundtable discussions to provide a platform for impartial discussions on policy issues.
Events
MAAN organizes forums, conferences, lectures, research/book forums, and special events throughout Somalia. These events provide platforms for leaders, policymakers, and opinion-formers to engage in impartial discussions on policy issues, increasing knowledge and awareness among stakeholders and the public.
Public Forums
We organize monthly large-scale forums and smaller events each Thursday, focusing on specific issues suggested by our members or experts. These forums are open to all and follow our guidelines and procedures.
Research/Book Events
MAAN provides a platform for discussing research reports and books authored by experts. Participants have the opportunity to challenge authors, and the events include Q&A sessions.
Conferences
We host two- and three-day conferences on key regional and Somali issues, featuring high-profile speakers from within Somalia and the region. These conferences are open to invited participants, and the public can follow the talks and discussions online, allowing our members to stay updated on key issues.
Intellectual debates
MAAN invites close members, friends, and high-profile individuals from opinion-makers, civil society leaders, academia, and the business community to special occasions such as Eid and national holidays. These events aim to understand phenomena and shape new ideas.
Capacity building
MAAN organize targeted capacity development for community leaders, civil society groups, opinion influencers and youth groups to improve the scope of their understanding on good governance, civic education, peacebuilding and driving positive change.
Our core values
Our core values at MAAN encompass the following principles
MAAN events are open to all interested individuals. We encourage all stakeholders, including policymakers, opinion leaders, civil society members, and the public, to join our forums, conferences, lectures, research/book-forums, and special events.
MAAN hosts regular events, including monthly forums and special events. We also host two- and three-day conferences on key regional and Somalia issues.
MAAN events feature high-profile speakers, including national leaders, institutional experts, civil society leaders, and foreign ambassadors based in Mogadishu.
newsletter, following us on social media, and contributing to our research and advocacy efforts. Contact us at info@maan.so to learn more about how you can get involved.
MAAN is based in Mogadishu, Somalia. However, we conduct events and engage with stakeholders throughout the country and beyond. We also have a team of researchers and analysts based in different regions of the country who work remotely to support our advocacy efforts.