One Earth Future's Shuraako program (Shuraako meaning “partnership” in Somali) connects investors with promising Somali-based businesses to encourage economic development and stability throughout the country. Shuraako’s work drives economic development, expands local markets for goods and services, creates jobs and encourages investment and trade.
Shuraako believes strengthening local businesses fuels greater economic growth and bolsters social welfare which are both key to rebuilding Somalia and fostering long-term stability and peace.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
- 33% of Nordic Fund investments are renewable energy projects
- Nordic Fund has invested in nine business sectors
- Nordic Fund businesses have created 524 permanent jobs from inception to December 2021
To learn more, visit www.shuraako.org
OEF Programs
PASO Colombia
Facilitates sustainable peace by coordinating collaboration among rural peasant communities, ex-combatants, government, and business.
Shuraako
Fosters lasting peace and stability in Somalia by catalyzing small business investment for job creation and economic development.
Secure Fisheries
Promotes peace, economic stability and resilience in Somali coastal communities through effective co-management of fisheries.
Our Secure Future
Strengthens the Women, Peace and Security movement to enable more effective and inclusive policy making for a more peaceful world.
Open Nuclear Network
Uses open source data analysis and strategic engagement to reduce the risk that nuclear weapons are used in response to error, uncertainty or misdirection.
eXperimental Negotiation Initiative
Partners with decision makers to make peace possible in complex, high stakes international conflict situations through negotiation.