Somalia–Italy University Cooperation
Rawdah has developed a facilitation role between Somali and Italian higher education institutions.
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Cooperation and dialogue activities and Rawdah’s institutional relationships and track record.
Track record summary and positioning
During 2025–2026, Rawdah Youth Organization progressively consolidated its role as a local NGO engaged in training, skills development, institutional cooperation and building links between Somalia and Italy.
The 2025–2026 period shows a significant evolution of Rawdah Youth Organization: from an initial community- and youth-focused experience to participation in and implementation of programs in TVET, training mobility, Italian language, capacity building, peacebuilding, university cooperation, cultural heritage and Italy–Somalia cooperation.
Institutional Cooperation and Dialogue with Somali Authorities
In 2026, Rawdah intensified dialogue with Ministries, academic institutions, the port sector and diplomatic missions.
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Rawdah maintains institutional dialogue with the Embassy of Italy in Mogadishu regarding training, Italian language, student mobility, university cooperation and capacity building.
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Activities have supported dialogue with port-sector institutions, public authorities and experts, with particular attention to technical training and logistics.
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Rawdah has facilitated the involvement of universities, lecturers, training providers, public institutions, civil society, diaspora networks and professionals.
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