About SCRI
Driving innovative research and development impact, with a focus on the Horn of Africa.
About Us
Somalia Center for Research and Innovation
Somalia Center for Research and Innovation was established in January 2020 with the intention of promoting innovative research, institutional capacity building, monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL), as well as development-related innovation.
The founders of SCRI have set the standard for research, innovation, and monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) on a global scale. SCRI exploits the advantages of research and innovation to enhance and contribute to development outcomes and impacts, with an emphasis on the Horn of Africa, where there is a higher need for its expertise.








Our Principles
Guiding Principles and Professional Strength
At the Somalia Center for Research and Innovation, we adhere to a set of core guiding principles that steer the implementation of our projects and program
Professional Strength
Our organization boasts a team of highly qualified and dedicated professionals, board members, and staff with exceptional expertise. We thrive on significant community engagement, maintaining strong cooperation with local stakeholders. Leveraging an extensive network, we effectively execute grassroots projects, while forging robust collaborations to drive the implementation of innovative initiatives that make a tangible impact.
We value and integrate local wisdom and practices into our work, recognizing the importance of indigenous knowledge systems.
We uphold the highest standards of quality in all our endeavors, striving for excellence in every aspect of our projects.
We cultivate a culture that nurtures creativity and fosters innovation, encouraging fresh ideas and approaches to address complex challenges.
We are dedicated to meeting deadlines and milestones, ensuring that our projects progress smoothly and efficiently.
We prioritize building strong networks and fostering collaboration to enhance the impact of our initiatives, working closely with partners and stakeholders.
We confront challenges with a proactive and positive mindset, viewing them as opportunities for growth and learning, and utilizing them to drive innovation and improvement in our work.
Team Members
Our expert team members
Collaborate for a brighter future in the region
Let’s join forces to make a meaningful difference in the Horn of Africa and beyond.







