About Us

WHO WE ARE

Institute for Somali Studies (ISOS) is a non-profit research center within Mogadishu University. It was established on 05 March, 2001 in Mogadishu, Somalia.

The Institute aims at knowledge generation through research and analysis on Somalia, Horn of Africa, and the Somali communities in abroad. 

The ISOS is a platform for sharing knowledge, ideas and experience; and promotes analysis of key and contemporary issues and developments. It focuses on issues which are critical to the recovery and rebuilding of Somalia, a country emerging from a devastating civil war. 

The ISOS conducts and coordinates researches workshops, conferences, discussions, and dialogues; and disseminates findings, reports, and analysis through publications and events.   

The ISOS works with institutions at national, regional and worldwide level. 

The Institute is located in Mogadishu, Somalia.     

ISOS

Institute for Somali Studies

Vision

To be a leading institute for Somali studies.

Mision

To engage in the rebuilding of Somalia through knowledge production and dissemination.

CORE VALUES

Objectivity

Commitment

Knowledge

Professionalism

Excellence