Somalia: Project Highlights - OSRO/SOM/104/JPN

The coastal communities along the Indian Ocean in Puntland and Galmudug have been among the most food insecure in Somalia. As employment opportunities for youth were very limited, a high number of young people remained idle and were exposed to recruitment into criminal activities. Creating employment along the livestock and fisheries value chains, which have real potential for sustained growth, was an opportunity to build robust and resilient livelihoods, reduce unemployment and enhance food security. The Government of Japan contributed USD 1 million to the FAO project to create improved, sustainable livelihood opportunities for youth and women in coastal communities. A youth training and livelihood centre was constructed and young entrepeneurs and women received equipment and were trained in fisheries operations and business. The centre has provided a dedicated space for entrepreneurs to gather, acquire new skills, share knowledge, and enhance their business skills and income.

Bibliographic Details

Main Author:	FAO
Format:	Project biblioteca
Language:	English
Published:	FAO ; 2023
Online Access:	https://openknowledge.fao.org/handle/20.500.14283/CC4194EN http://www.fao.org/3/cc4194en/cc4194en.pdf
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