Who we are
Mukhtar Ali Foundation is a humanitarian and development organization committed to improving the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged communities in Somalia.
Established in March 2016, MAF works to address the interconnected challenges of poverty, food insecurity, limited access to essential services, displacement, inequality and environmental vulnerability.
Our approach is centred on community participation, empowerment and sustainable solutions. Lasting change is achieved when communities are actively involved in identifying challenges, developing solutions and taking ownership of their development.
Our Mission
To support vulnerable and disadvantaged communities through humanitarian assistance, sustainable development, empowerment and access to essential services, while creating opportunities that enable individuals and communities to become more resilient and self-reliant.
Our Vision
A resilient and empowered society where vulnerable communities have equitable access to opportunities, essential services and sustainable livelihoods, enabling them to build secure and dignified futures.
Our Background
MAF was founded on the belief that every challenge can have a sustainable solution when people, communities and organizations work together. Our programs focus on social and economic revitalization, with particular attention to vulnerable groups and communities affected by natural and human-made disasters.
What We Have Done
Over the years MAF has implemented humanitarian assistance, community development, advocacy, livelihood improvement and income generation activities, with particular attention to women and other vulnerable groups.
Our objectives
- Empower vulnerable and disadvantaged communities.
- Improve access to education and essential services.
- Promote food security and sustainable livelihoods.
- Support women and youth empowerment.
- Reduce poverty and economic vulnerability.
- Promote human rights, protection and equality.
- Improve access to water, sanitation and hygiene services.
- Support income-generating activities and entrepreneurship.
- Promote environmental protection and sustainable resource management.
- Strengthen community resilience to humanitarian and socio-economic challenges.
- Support communities affected by natural and human-made disasters.
Our core values
Community Trust
We build meaningful relationships with communities through trust, participation and mutual respect.
Accountability
We take responsibility for our decisions, resources, commitments and results.
Transparency
We promote openness and clear communication with communities, partners and stakeholders.
Flexibility
We adapt our programs to changing community needs and humanitarian circumstances.
Honesty
We work with integrity, professionalism and respect for the people we serve.
The change we work towards
Our work is focused on practical and sustainable improvements in the lives of vulnerable communities.
Food Security
Improved access to food and to sustainable livelihoods for households at risk.
Community Resilience
Stronger capacity to respond to and recover from crises.
Economic Empowerment
Greater access to income-generating opportunities and productive resources.
Education & Skills
Improved opportunities for learning, skills development and personal growth.
Health & Wellbeing
Better access to essential services, hygiene and community support.
Protection & Equality
Greater respect for human rights, dignity and equal opportunities.
Work with us
We welcome partners, donors and institutions who share our commitment to resilient, self-reliant communities.