Hiraad Research Journal Launch and Cohort Two Certification Ceremony
Hiraad Institute certified the second cohort of its Basics of Research and Data Collection trainees and officially launched the Hiraad Research Journal.
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Basics of Research and Data Collection Training — Cohort Two
Hiraad Institute commenced Cohort Two of its quarterly Basics of Research and Data Collection Training, bringing together more than 70 participants for an intensive capacity-building programme.
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Hiraad–Rift Valley Institute Researchers' Roundtable
A research experience-sharing roundtable between Hiraad Institute and Rift Valley Institute focused on knowledge exchange, research capacity, and future collaboration.
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Research Presentation: National Dialogue and the Somali Region
Hiraad presented its study, National Dialogue: What Does It Mean for the Somali Region?, followed by an open public discussion with participants from across the community.
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Consultation on Establishing a Somali Region Research Journal
A consultation with experts on establishing a scholarly journal for research and analysis related to the Somali Region.
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Forum on Strengthening the Diaspora's Role in Regional Stability
A two-day forum on strengthening the diaspora's role in regional stability, convening public institutions, diaspora representatives, NGOs, researchers, and subject-matter experts.
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Basics of Research and Data Collection Training — Cohort One
The Basics of Research and Data Collection Training was delivered for the Institute's Research and Data Collection Team, strengthening foundational knowledge and practical competencies in research practice.
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Hiraad Education Forum 2026
An annual research forum on reshaping the Somali Region education system, examining impediments, reform efforts, and learning outcomes through evidence and stakeholder dialogue.
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Data Collection and Familiarization Roundtable Discussion
Hiraad Institute conducted a data collection and familiarization roundtable discussion to orient the research and data collection team on three research projects.
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Memorandum of Understanding with Hope Institute for Leadership Studies
Hiraad Institute for Public Policy Studies signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Hope Institute for Leadership Studies, based in Nairobi, Kenya.
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Somali Region Youth Forum 2026
The second Somali Region Youth Forum created a youth-led space for dialogue on digital-era opportunities, state-building, peacebuilding, and challenges facing young people.
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Hiraad Volunteers Consultation
Hiraad Institute's leadership team held an orientation meeting with the young people recruited to work with the Institute as volunteers, covering the role volunteers play in its research and public engagement work.
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Education Research Stakeholder Preview
Hiraad presented preliminary research on the factors affecting Somali Region students' Grade 12 examination results to education stakeholders for discussion and feedback.
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Winning the Heart Book Launch
An evening launch of Mohamed Abdiqadir's book Winning the Heart, with proceeds from book sales dedicated to the construction of Hashimi Mosque.
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Book Launch and Discussion: Smugglers, Speculators and the City in the Ethiopia–Somalia Borderlands
A public launch and discussion of Dr. Daniel K. Thompson's book on smugglers, speculators, and urban change in the Ethiopia–Somalia borderlands.
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Somali Region Youth Forum 2025
A region-wide youth forum bringing together participants from zones, districts, and city administrations to present youth talent, discuss youth priorities, and engage public institutions.
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Hiraad Education Forum
In 2026, the Hiraad Education Forum stood as a platform of reflection, research, and reform.
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Roundtable on Shaping Media Reporting in the Somali Region
An open roundtable on regional media reporting featuring Somali Regional State information minister Abdikadir Rashid and media lecturer and researcher Abdikadir Mohamed.
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Hiraad Team Meeting with the Leadership of the Somali Region Youth Council
Hiraad Institute's team met the leadership of the Somali Region Youth Council, at the Council's request, to discuss ways of cooperating and to chart an institutional partnership.
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Workshop on Six Proposed Policy Research Concepts
Hiraad Institute hosted a workshop at which six proposed research concepts were presented, alongside training for the research team on research methodology.
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Official Launch of Hiraad Institute
Hiraad Institute formally launched as a public policy research institution before academics, public officials, traditional leaders, and civil society representatives.
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Hiraad Pre-Launch Workshop
Hiraad briefed prospective partners, stakeholders, and academics on the institute's mission, objectives, and thematic priorities, then gathered feedback ahead of its official launch.
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