The Agency for Minority Rights and Development (AMARD) is an independent, non-political, non-profit humanitarian and development organization dedicated to improving the lives of minority, marginalized, and vulnerable groups across the Horn of Africa and beyond.
• Protection – (Gender Based Violence (GBV), Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and Child protection).
• Food security and livelihoods.
• Health and Nutrition.
• Water, Hygiene and sanitation (WASH).
• Camp coordination and camp management (CCCM)
• Income generation activities through women empowerment.
• Environmental conservation.
• Education both formal and non-formal.
• Peace building and Conflict Resolution.
• Youth Programs.
• Peace, political stability and security
• HIV /AIDs awareness.
AMARD envisions a society where the rights of minorities, marginalized, and vulnerable populations are recognized, respected, and actively championed — fostering inclusive, equitable, and resilient communities across Africa and beyond.
AMARD is an independent organization dedicated to improve the lives and welfare of the minority groups, not exclusively living in Somalia, but the entire Horn of Africa irrespective of race, ethnicity, religion, political ideology and or age groups.
“Minority rights are human rights, and we must advocate for their protection and empowerment. Through organizations like AMARD, we strive for peaceful coexistence and equitable access to justice, promoting the representation and meaningful participation of minority communities in decision-making processes.
