Prevention against Emerging Infectious Diseases: An opportunity for Inclusive Health - Somalia

Reliefweb
Aug 17, 2023

Prevention against Emerging Infectious Diseases: An opportunity for Inclusive Health - Somalia


Executive summary

Context

Handicap International - Humanity & Inclusion (HI) started its Somalia/Somaliland intervention in 1992 by setting up a rehabilitation centre in Hargeisa. HI’s strategy in Somalia/ Somaliland aims to advocate for the rights of persons with disabilities and to promote their inclusion and participation. Thus, HI’s programmes in the country focus on promoting inclusive humanitarian action, protection against abuse and violence, rehabilitation, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), and Inclusive Health.