SCWRW Somalia

With the support of Save the Children in Somalia under the Danida SPA Programme, SCWRW Somalia conducted a Child Protection Situational Monitoring assessment within the Child Protection Area of Responsibility (CPAoR) in Baidoa District.

The assessment aimed to identify key child protection concerns, including existing gaps, emerging trends, and other challenges affecting children and the delivery of child protection services.

The findings will contribute to informing more targeted interventions, strengthening coordination among CP Cluster actors, and improving child protection programming and response in Baidoa District.

South West State Child Protection Area of Responsibility (SWS CPAoR) Monthly Coordination Meeting

With the support of Save the Children in Somalia under the Danida SPA Programme, the Somali Child Welfare and Rights Watch (SCWRW) successfully organized the South West State Child Protection Area of Responsibility (SWS CPAoR) Monthly Coordination Meeting on 25 August 2026 at the Ministry of Women’s Conference Hall in Baidoa.

The meeting was facilitated by Mohamud Abdi on behalf of SCWRW and provided an important platform for child protection stakeholders, including CSO representatives, government authorities and international NGOs, to strengthen joint coordination and information exchange.

During the meeting, participants discussed the agendas one by one respectively on prevailing child protection context, provided updates on ongoing activities, highlighted major challenges and emerging needs, and identified priority areas requiring collective attention. Participants also agreed on. coordinated follow-up actions aimed at improving the availability and quality of protection services for vulnerable children and families throughout South West State.

𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚 𝐨𝐟 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 (𝐒𝐖𝐒 𝐂𝐏𝐀𝐨𝐑) 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠

In partnership with Save the Children in Somalia through the Danida SPA Programme, the Somali Child Welfare and Rights Watch SCWRW Somalia successfully convened the South West State Child Protection Area of Responsibility (SWS CPAoR) 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝟐𝟔 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥, 𝐁𝐚𝐢𝐝𝐨𝐚.

The meeting was coordinated by Mohamed Abdirahman on behalf of SCWRW. It brought together child protection partners from CSO members, government institutions, and international NGOs to strengthen coordination, information sharing, and collaboration. Through the meeting agenda, participants reviewed the current child protection situation, shared updates on ongoing interventions, identified key challenges and emerging priorities, and agreed on coordinated actions to enhance the delivery of quality protection services for vulnerable children and families across South West State.

In partnership with Save the Children in Somalia and under the Danida SPA Programme, SCWRW Somalia successfully conducted a week-long training and orientation for 10 Social Work graduates selected for a pilot field internship program.

As part of its strategic partnership with the University of Southern Somalia, SCWRW is strengthening the professional development of future social workers by establishing a structured internship pathway for recent graduates. This initiative provides participants with supervised, hands-on field experience under the mentorship of experienced practitioners, enabling them to apply academic knowledge in real-world settings while building the practical skills and competencies required for effective social work practice.

The pilot internship program represents an important step toward strengthening collaboration with Baidoa-based universities offering Social Work degrees and creating sustainable, structured field placement opportunities that prepare graduates for impactful careers in the social work sector.

In partnership with Save the Children in Somalia and under the Danida SPA Programme, SCWRW Somalia successfully conducted a Cluster Coordination Meeting at the Ministry of Family and Human Rights Development (MOFHRD) in June 2026.

The meeting brought together CSO cluster members to strengthen coordination and collaboration on protection interventions. Participants reviewed key protection issues in line with the meeting agenda, shared updates on ongoing activities, discussed emerging trends and operational challenges, and agreed on coordinated actions to enhance the effectiveness and quality of the protection response.

In partnership Save the Children in Somalia and under the Danida Programme, SCWRW Somalia is supporting and strengthening two Child-Friendly Spaces (CFSs) to promote children's well-being and uphold their fundamental right to play.

These safe, inclusive, and nurturing environments provide children with opportunities to engage in structured recreational and play-based activities while accessing quality psychosocial support (PSS) services.

Through these interventions, the project fosters resilience, promotes emotional recovery, strengthens positive social interactions, and supports the holistic development of vulnerable children, enabling them to thrive in a safe and protective environment.

🌟 𝗦𝗥𝗙 𝗥𝗘𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗛𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 🌟 2𝟓/𝟎5/2𝟎2𝟔

𝗦𝗖𝗪𝗥𝗪 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮 colleagues 𝗠𝗼𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗯𝗱𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗵𝗺𝗮𝗻 & 𝗡𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗺 successfully participated in the 𝗦𝗥𝗙 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 held today at Palms Hotel, Mogadishu, supported by our valued partner 𝗜𝗢𝗠 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮.

This important training strengthened our staff capacity and enhanced knowledge sharing on SRF tools and service delivery. We are proud of our senior colleagues for taking part in this learning opportunity and for their commitment to transferring the knowledge and skills gained to the wider SCWRW team.

At SCWRW, we believe that investing in learning and professional development strengthens our ability to serve communities effectively and contribute to peace, resilience, and sustainable development.

🤝 Together we learn. Together we grow. Together we build peace.

Special thanks to IOM Somalia for the continued partnership and support.

World Health Day is a day that is widely celebrated around the world.

Children's future begins with education.

𝐁𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐢𝐝.

1- Keep a close eye on children while they are playing.
2- Protect them from dangerous areas and roads.
3- Prevent them from playing with items that may cause injury.
4- Do not neglect children; always stay alert.