About us

The Organisation

About us HIRDA stands for Himilo Relief and Development Association. The word ‘Himilo’ is a Somali word which means ‘vision’. Founded by members of the Somali diaspora in the Netherlands, HIRDA works with other organisations to find lasting solutions to poverty and human suffering in Somalia. Since its formation in 1998, HIRDA has become one of the leading migrant organisations in the Netherlands working on aid and development issues.

History

In 1996 a group of Somalis living in the Netherlands came together to discuss how they could contribute to the rehabilitation and reconstruction of their home country. Two …

HIRDA Team

For effective, efficient and sustainable implementation of the projects in Somalia, HIRDA has established an office in the country itself.

Partners

HIRDA, together with five other NGOs part of the IMPACT Alliance led by Oxfam Novib. In cooperation with Butterfly Works, SOMO, 1% Club and Fairfood, we aim to fight poverty...

Networks

HIRDA's Networks: Partos, GFMD Civil society, ADEPT, Somali diaspora network, Somali NGO consortium

Training enhancing Diaspora impact

Publications

Throughout the years HIRDA has built a database of different documents it has published. Here you can find research papers, newsletters, policy letters, and press releases.

Vacancies

Would you like to join our team and get to know the work of a non-governmental organisation supporting the development in Somalia?

Contact

Are you interested in receiving more information on HIRDA’s activities? Here you will find our contact information. E-mail: info@hirda.org or phone: +317163831