The Justice and Development Initiative

Today marked the first day of the IMatter webinar, with important reflections from partners representing Sudan, Myanmar and Colombia on the realities of shrinking civic space.

JDI is pleased to be part of this conversation and grateful for the opportunity to contribute. Tomorrow, the discussion continues with perspectives from Yemen and Somalia, including JDI’s contribution on reimagining civic space in Somalia.

📅 Thursday, 27 August 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM EAT
🔗 Join the session tomorrow: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84735456249

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Shout out to our newest followers! Excited to have you onboard!

Mustaf Mohamed Ali, Maryamah Hassan, Raakia Updi Juruf

We are excited to introduce Civic Somalia — a new space by JDI for Somali youth to connect, speak up and act together.

And we begin by listening.

CivicLab 01: The Conversation Starts With You brings Somali youth together to talk openly about access to civic spaces, the barriers young people face, and what needs to change.

📅 20 August 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM–5:30 PM
💻 Online

Your experience matters. Your ideas matter. And this conversation starts with you.

🔗 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/JDI-Somalia
📱 Or scan the QR code on the poster.

You can also join our WhatsApp community to keep up with the latest updates from JDI: https://tinyurl.com/4rx8debv

Happy International Youth Day! 🌍

Today, we join the world in celebrating young people and the ideas, energy and contributions they bring to their communities.

At JDI, we believe young people have an important role to play in Somalia’s civic and social development. In the coming days, we will be opening conversations with Somali youth to listen, exchange ideas and better understand their perspectives on participation and the issues that matter to them.

As we mark , we look forward to making August a month of conversation, participation and new ideas.

Happy International Youth Day to young people across Somalia and around the world. 🇸🇴

IN MEMORIAM | ABDISAMAD ABDINOR MOHAMED

Indeed, to Allah we belong, and to Him we shall return.

It is with profound sorrow that JDI mourns the passing of Abdisamad Abdinor Mohamed, a distinguished and deeply valued member of our Advisory Board.

His passing is a profound loss to JDI and to all those whose lives he touched through his commitment to justice and public service.

We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues.

May Allah (SWT) forgive him, grant him Jannatul Firdaws, and grant his family and loved ones patience and strength during this difficult time.

Today, we celebrate a proud milestone. Congratulations to one of our Founding Directors and Board Treasurer, Ebrahim Abdullahi, on his successful admission to the legal profession in Somalia. We wish him every success as he begins this new chapter of service to justice and the rule of law.

Congratulations, Counsel!

Qof kasta wuxuu xaq u leeyahay inuu ku noolaado nabad iyo amni.

Marka xiisado siyaasadeed ay dhacaan, shacabka — gaar ahaan dhallinyarada — waa inaysan noqon kuwa bixiya qiimaha ugu sarreeya.

Akhriso bayaanka JDI ee ku saabsan xaaladda ka taagan Muqdisho.

Alumni Spotlight | JDI Associates Program

“The biggest impact of this experience was the opportunity to work with a talented and hardworking team. It marked the beginning of my long-term dream of working in the NGO and humanitarian sector.”

— Ibrahim Abdulkadir
Former Associate | Cohort 1 (2026)

At JDI Somalia, we remain committed to empowering emerging young professionals through leadership development, mentorship and meaningful professional experience.

As we prepare for Cohort 2 of the JDI Associates Program, we are proud to reflect on the journeys and experiences of our former associates whose contributions continue to shape our institutional growth and impact.

Applications for Cohort 2 of 2026 are now open.

Apply now: jdisomalia.org/associates

🚨 CALL FOR APPLICATIONS | JDI ASSOCIATES PROGRAM – COHORT 2 OF 2026

We are excited to invite a second round of applications for the JDI Associates Program, our flagship leadership and professional development program for final-year students, recent graduates and emerging young professionals.

Over a three-month period, selected Associates will receive structured leadership development, practical work experience, mentorship and the opportunity to contribute to initiatives advancing justice, human rights, civic engagement and social development in Somalia.

🌟 What You Will Gain:
• Leadership Development
• Practical Work Experience
• Mentorship
• Civic Impact

📌 Eligibility:
• Final-year university students
• Recent graduates
• Early-career young professionals
• Individuals with a demonstrated interest in leadership and social impact

📅 Application Deadline:
19 June 2026 at 22:59 EAT

🗓 Program Duration:
July – September 2026 (3 Months)

🌐 Applications are now simpler than ever and can be submitted directly through our website: https://jdisomalia.org/associates

📧 Enquiries: [email protected]

Join a prestigious cohort of emerging leaders and gain the skills, experience, and network to help transform Somali society.

The Justice and Development Initiative The Justice and Development Initiative (JDI) is a youth-led organisation working towards social justice and development in Somalia and beyond.

Our Motto: Transforming Society, One Right at a Time

JDI is pleased to invite applications for the Somali Legal Outlook (SLO) Newsletter, a flagship publication we have been developing as a platform for legal thought, public discourse, and civic engagement in Somalia.

We are bringing together a small, committed team to shape and grow this initiative from the ground up.

If you have an interest in law, writing, editing, communications, or design, we encourage you to apply.

📩 Send your CV and Cover Letter, with the subject being your position of interest to: [email protected]
🗓 Deadline: 28 April 2026, 23:59 HRS (EAT)