CIRSI Institute
CIRSI is a fast-growing non-profit think tank with a mission to conduct rigorous policy research on some of the most pressing social issues faced in Somalia and fragile states in Sub-Saharan Africa at large. Being a Somali-led organization, CIRSI’s approach is to partner with local and international researchers and engage affected people through innovative research solutions. The organization’s commitment to rigorous scientific methods, coupled with its data-driven approach and rich contextual understanding of local conditions guarantee that CIRSI’s research products lead to rigorous and locally validated insights which translate into meaningful programmatic and policy changes. Registered both in Somalia and Kenya, CIRSI maintains an office in Nairobi as well as in Mogadishu and Garowe.
VISION
A world in which every person has access to information that enables individuals and communities to lead a dignified lives and make informed decisions.
MISSION
The mission of CIRSI is to generate useful and actionable information in relation to finding timely solutions to existing challenges at various levels.
WHAT WE DO
- Research for Actionable Solutions: We undertake comprehensive research initiatives aimed at generating practical and actionable solutions to address pressing societal issues. By utilizing a rigorous and methodologically sound approach, we ensure our research findings are relevant and implementable.
- Bridging Gaps: We serve as a vital link between those in need and the providers of support, facilitating the flow of resources, information, and assistance to the most vulnerable populations. Our efforts ensure that aid reaches those who require it most efficiently and effectively.
OUR VALUES
- Sustainable solutions to challenges
- Accountability to stakeholders and the larger public
- Inculcate transparency and openness
- Respect for Diversity
- Fairness and inclusivity
- Independence
- Encourage creativity and innovation