Empowering Communities to Face Climate Change
PUSAN works at the intersection of climate resilience, sustainable agriculture, land restoration, and youth advocacy — building a more sustainable future for Somalia.
NewSomalia National Youth Statement 2026 is out →Three years of building Somalia's youth climate voice
PUSAN is a founding and host organisation of the Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) Somalia and has co-organised every edition since 2024. In 2026, young Somalis agreed the National Youth Statement on Climate Change, with 10 demands now going to COP31.
New · Statement 2026
Built by Youth, For Communities
The Puntland Sustainable Agrilivestock Network (PUSAN) was founded in 2015 in Garowe, Puntland State of Somalia. We are a registered non-profit civil society organization led by young people who believe that climate change is not a distant threat — it is a daily reality for millions of Somalis.
Our work focuses on the communities most affected by climate shocks: pastoralists losing their herds to drought, farmers watching their soil erode, families displaced by advancing sand dunes, and young people with no voice in the decisions that shape their future.
We work at the intersection of field implementation and global policy — connecting community needs with international climate processes through YOUNGO, UNFCCC COPs, UNCCD, and the Global Environment Facility.
Our Vision
A climate-resilient Puntland and Somalia where communities thrive, ecosystems are restored, and youth lead environmental action at every level.
Our Mission
To strengthen climate resilience, promote sustainable land and food systems, and empower youth and communities in Puntland and Somalia to drive environmental solutions from the ground up.
Founded
2015 in Garowe, Puntland State of Somalia. Registered non-profit CSO with national and international partnerships.
Our Core Focus Areas
From community-based assessments to international climate negotiations, PUSAN bridges the gap between global policy and local action.
Climate Resilience
Community-based adaptation programs for pastoralist and agro-pastoral communities facing drought, land degradation, and food insecurity across Puntland.
Sustainable Agriculture
Climate-smart agriculture training, rangeland management, and livestock health programs supporting over 200 farmers and herders in Garowe and Jariiban.
Youth Advocacy
Mobilising over 1,000 young people through LCOY Somalia, YOUNGO, and national climate platforms to drive policy change and community action.
Land Restoration
Tree planting and ecosystem restoration campaigns with 500+ youth across three districts, combating sand dune expansion and soil erosion.
Policy & Research
Producing evidence-based reports, policy briefs, and community assessments that inform national and international environmental governance decisions.
Partnerships
Coordinating 25+ institutional partnerships with UNICEF, FAO, GREDO, government ministries, and global youth networks to amplify impact.
Making a Real Difference
Featured Projects
Real work. Real communities. Real change across Puntland and Somalia.
Community-Based Resilience
Participatory disaster risk assessments and adaptation planning across three districts in Jariiban, Puntland.
BeeRISE Project
Integrating beekeeping with ecosystem conservation as a livelihood diversification strategy for vulnerable households.
LCOY Somalia 2024–2026
Somalia's national youth climate conference, co-organised by PUSAN since 2024. In 2026, youth agreed 10 demands for COP31.
PUSAN on the World Stage
We carry the voices of Somali pastoralists, farmers and youth to the world’s most important climate, land, ocean and development negotiations — and bring global knowledge and partnerships back home.
UN Convention to Combat Desertification COP16
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · 2024 · ✓ PUSAN delegation
UN Climate Change Conference COP29
Baku, Azerbaijan · 2024 · ✓ Participated
10th UNECE International PPP Forum
Barcelona, Spain · 2026 · ✓ Participated
Africa Climate Summit 2025
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia · 2025 · ✓ Speaker
MENA Climate Week 2023
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · 2023 · ✓ Participated
GEF East Africa Constituency Workshop
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia · ✓ Participated
Africa Urban Forum
✓ Participated
YALI Alumni Expo & Trade Show
South Africa · 2024 · ✓ Participated
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Meet Our Team
Dedicated professionals and advisors committed to a climate-resilient Somalia.
Abdullahi Mohamoud
ChairmanChairs PUSAN’s Board of Directors, providing governance, strategic oversight and accountability to the communities and partners we serve.
Abdirabi Mohamed
Executive DirectorLeads PUSAN’s programs, partnerships and international climate engagement, connecting Somali youth and pastoral communities with global climate processes.
Abdikadir Mohamed Mohamud
Senior Advisor, Strategy & Program EngagementGuides PUSAN’s strategic direction and program design, strengthening engagement with government, donors and community partners.
Nimo Abdi
Program ManagerOversees the planning and delivery of PUSAN’s field programs, ensuring quality, community participation and measurable results.
Joseph Due
Rangeland SpecialistProvides technical expertise in rangeland management and restoration, helping pastoral communities protect grazing land and adapt to drought.
Ibrahim Abdirahman Derow
Marine Biodiversity SpecialistLeads PUSAN’s marine and coastal conservation work, including planning for marine protected areas along the Puntland coast.
Partners & Supporters
We work with 25+ organizations across government, UN agencies, civil society, and global networks.
UNICEF
UN Agency
FAO Somalia
UN Agency
UNCCD
Land Convention
YOUNGO
UNFCCC Youth
MOECC
Government
Chatham House
Research Partner
GREDO
Civil Society
LCOY Somalia
Youth Platform
YALI Somalia
Leadership NetworkPartners across UN agencies, government, civil society & research
View All Partners →Publications
Reports, policy briefs, and statements from our field work and international engagements.
Somalia National Youth Statement on Climate Change 2026
Agreed by 100 youth at LCOY Somalia 2026 in Mogadishu. Ten priority demands on water, agrifood, climate finance, early warning and youth governance, carried to COY21 and COP31.
Download PDF →ARCD Community Disaster Risk Assessment — Jariiban 2026
Participatory risk mapping across three communities in Jariiban District identifying key climate vulnerabilities and adaptation priorities.
Download PDF →Conservation as a Path to Peace: The Role of Shared Natural Resources in Resolving Conflict in Somalia
In this article we emphasized the role of NR in resolving clan tensions and other conflicts in Somalia.
Download PDF →What Guides Us
Community First
Every decision starts and ends with the communities we serve.
Inclusion
Young women and vulnerable groups are leaders, not just participants.
Evidence-Based
Field data and community voices drive our programs and advocacy.
Global-Local
We connect grassroots realities to global climate governance.
Join the Movement for Climate Resilience
Whether you are a donor, partner, young activist, or community member — there is a place for you in PUSAN's work.
Get In Touch →Contact PUSAN
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Location
Garowe, Puntland, Somalia