On December 7th, 2024, Puntland Youth Associations Network (PYAN), with facilitation by Abyan Consulting, organized a key advocacy event focused on strengthening women’s voice and political participation in Somalia. This event, held at the Classic Hotel in Galkayo, Puntland, aimed to support gender activists and lobby groups in advancing their advocacy efforts, in alignment with Somalia’s Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Agenda.
The event brought together a diverse group of gender activists, political leaders, and community members, fostering important discussions on women’s rights, political inclusion, and the role of women in peacebuilding and governance. It provided a platform for lobby groups to advocate for greater representation and involvement of women in political decision-making processes at both local and national levels.
The training and discussions received positive feedback, with attendees expressing appreciation for the opportunity to gain new insights and strategies for strengthening women’s political engagement. Abyan Consulting’s facilitation, combined with PYAN’s organizational efforts, continues to make a significant contribution to advancing gender equality and women’s political participation in Puntland.