HIRDA operates across Somalia and within the Somali diaspora. We combine local knowledge with global support to deliver education, health, relief, and youth programs where they are needed most. From hard-to-reach regions in Somalia to community networks in the Netherlands and beyond, HIRDA builds bridges between local priorities and international partners. Our independence and strong diaspora network allow us to assess needs rapidly, reduce barriers, and deliver results.
We work where the needs are greatest. Program examples include education access, teacher training, health posts, maternal and child care, nutrition, malaria prevention, vaccine cold-chain support, emergency relief, and recovery.
Alternative Basic Education, teacher training, community health posts, maternal & child healthcare, outreach teams.
Emergency education, nutrition stabilization, mobile clinics, vaccination support, hygiene promotion.
Women’s empowerment through remittances, entrepreneurship training, small business support.
Emergency relief during droughts and displacement, food and water distribution, early recovery.
Malaria prevention (LLINs), vaccine cold-chain management, health education in communities and schools.
Clean water access, WASH in schools, safe sanitation facilities, rehabilitation of learning spaces.
Founded by the Somali diaspora in the Netherlands, HIRDA mobilizes skills, resources, and networks for development at home. We link youth initiatives, education, sport, and advocacy to tangible projects in Somalia.
Annual AFT football tournaments; youth engagement; teamwork and inclusion through sport.
Youth dialogues, resilience training, and community events aligning diaspora efforts with needs on the ground.
Recognising Somali excellence in Europe and inspiring youth leadership and service.
Diaspora engagement for peacebuilding, education, and climate resilience; collaboration with international partners.
When crises hit, HIRDA and its partners mobilize quickly to support affected communities. We combine rapid assessment with practical delivery to provide education, relief, and development programs where they are needed most.