About HISES
About HISES
HAMAR Centre for Socio-economic and Environmental Studies (H CSES) is a non-governmental organization registered in Somalia. A global partnership to protect the dignity of the environment, which provides neutral, evidence-based research for Somalia’s development. We strive to influence national development strategies, donor programming, and local governance through high-quality, context-sensitive studies. Our commitment lies in serving the Somali community and contributing to a resilient and sustainable future.
Core Areas of Research
H CSES focuses on three primary research areas, addressing critical challenges and opportunities in Somalia’s development landscape.
A. Socio-economic Development Research
This area explores various aspects of socio-economic development, focusing on improving livelihoods and ensuring inclusive growth:
- Livelihood and food security.
- Urbanization and internal displacement.
- Health.
- Education.
- Poverty.
- Youth and gender inclusion
B. Environmental and Climate Research
This domain addresses environmental sustainability and climate resilience, promoting responsible resource management and adaptation strategies:
Dryland rehabilitation.
- Climate change and water security.
- Urban waste and pollution management.
- Renewable and clean energy transitions.
C. Governance, Institutions, and Policy Studies
This research area focuses on strengthening governance structures, promoting effective policies, and fostering peaceful conflict resolution:
Resource governance and conflict mapping.
- Institutional capacity assessments.
- Policy research and advocacy.
Research Methodology and Engagement Strategy
HISES employs a rigorous and comprehensive research methodology to ensure the validity and reliability of our findings. Our approach includes:
- Field research: On-site data collection and analysis.
- Data collection: Quantitative and qualitative data gathering techniques.
- Participatory approaches: Engaging communities and stakeholders in the research process.
- GIS mapping: Utilizing geographic information systems for spatial analysis.
- Climate vulnerability assessments: Evaluating the impacts of climate change on vulnerable populations and ecosystems.
- Policy and Program Evaluation: Conduct baseline, midline, and endline evaluations for programs led by government institutions, UN agencies, and NGOs.
- Community Innovation Pilots: Translate research into action by launching pilot initiatives such as community-led water harvesting, solid waste recycling, and off-grid energy projects.
- Training and Capacity Building: Train emerging Somali researchers, local government officials, and development actors in research design, monitoring, evaluation, and data analysis.
- Knowledge Dissemination and Data Access: Publish accessible policy briefs, working papers, datasets, and technical reports. Establish open-access platforms to share findings with researchers, practitioners, and policymakers.
We actively engage with communities, policymakers, and other stakeholders to ensure that our research informs decision-making and contributes to positive change.
Summary
HAMAR Centre for Socio-economic and Environmental Studies (H CSES) is dedicated to advancing Somalia’s development through rigorous, evidence-based research. Our focus on socio-economic development, environmental sustainability, and governance allows us to provide holistic insights and recommendations for a resilient and prosperous future for all Somalis.
Our engagement strategy focuses on disseminating research findings to relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, donor organizations, and local communities. We strive to translate research into actionable policy recommendations that contribute to sustainable development and improved governance in Somalia.