On 8th September 2025, the Puntland Disability Organizations Network (PDON) proudly joined the global commemoration of World Physiotherapy Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the vital role of physiotherapy in promoting health, mobility, and independence for all. Free…
Garowe, Somalia – May 25, 2025 – The Puntland Disability Organizations Network (PDON) marked a significant milestone today as outgoing leadership formally passed the torch to newly elected officials during a vibrant transition ceremony at PDON headquarters. Ceremony Highlights 🎤 Symbolic Handover…
Garowe, Somalia – May 5, 2025 – The Puntland Disability Organizations Network (PDON) concluded its landmark General Assembly meeting, setting a bold new course for disability inclusion in Somalia. Over three days (May 3-5), members ratified key governance changes, adopted a fresh strategic vision,…
Galkayo/Bosaso, Somalia – December 2024 – Educators from NORAD-supported schools gathered for reflection meetings to strengthen inclusive education practices, sharing successes and solutions to ongoing challenges. Key Takeaways: ✅ Successes: ⚠ Challenges: Educators Recommend: Next Steps: “These honest reflections help us grow stronger…
Bosaso, Somalia – Four schools in Bosaso now shine brighter with vibrant murals promoting inclusion, diversity, and equal education rights for children with disabilities. Completed over two weeks with NORAD support, the project engaged students, teachers, and artists to create 12 inspiring murals (3 per…
Bosaso/Galkayo, Somalia – December 2024 – The week-long “Empowering Every Child” campaign made significant strides in promoting inclusive education for children with disabilities across Puntland. Running from November 30 to December 8, the initiative combined radio outreach, school engagements, and public installations to…
Garowe, Somalia – December 3, 2024 – Over 120 leaders, activists, and artists gathered at Dream Point Hotel to mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), celebrating the talents and rights of persons with disabilities (PWDs) under the theme: “Amplifying the…
Galkayo, 2–3 November 2024 — The Puntland Disability Organizations Network (PDON), in collaboration with Save the Children International (SCI) under the NORAD Framework Program, held a two-day workshop aimed at strengthening collaboration between caregivers, OPDs, teachers, and school inclusion committees.…
Galkayo, Somalia – A two-day capacity-building workshop empowered 20 representatives from Organizations for Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) to enhance their advocacy for children with disabilities. Hosted at Sugulle Hotel, the workshop equipped participants with tools to promote education, healthcare, and protection rights, drawing insights from recent regional…
Bosaso, Puntland – June 2025In a significant step toward inclusive education, the Puntland Disability Organization Network (PDON), in collaboration with Save the Children and under the NORAD Framework Program, has successfully established School Inclusion Teams (SITs) in four NORAD-supported schools…