Research Reports
Comprehensive studies with methodology, findings, and policy implications for medium- and long-term planning.
PUBLICATIONS
Knowledge production for policy impact
Hiraad publications translate field-grounded evidence into policy-relevant outputs for decision-makers, practitioners, media, and communities in the Somali Region and beyond.
KNOWLEDGE PRODUCTS
Publication portfolio
Each format serves a distinct policy function while maintaining analytical rigor, contextual depth, and practical usability.
Policy Briefs
Concise, actionable recommendations tailored to active policy windows and institutional decision cycles.
Commentary & Analysis
Interpretive articles on current issues to enrich public discourse with evidence-informed perspectives.
Forum Proceedings
Documented outcomes from HADAF, policy seminars, and multi-stakeholder dialogues.
Technical Notes
Focused issue papers responding quickly to specialized or emerging policy questions.
Data & Analytical Outputs
Curated datasets, indicators, and visual summaries that strengthen transparency and secondary analysis.
THEMATIC COVERAGE
Core research domains
All publication outputs are organized around Hiraad’s eight interconnected thematic domains.
Peace, conflict, and social cohesionPolicy, governance, and accountabilityPastoralism, agriculture, and livelihoodsSocial services and human developmentClimate and environmental resilienceEconomic development and transformationReligion, culture, and social valuesHistory, heritage, and collective memory
Editorial standards, quality assurance, and accessibility
Outputs undergo internal and peer-informed review for methodological integrity, analytical coherence, and policy usability. Publications are disseminated through reports, summaries, digital media, and public events to maximize reach and accountability.
LATEST PUBLICATIONS
Recent reports, briefs, and analysis
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