Somali Women and Child Care Association (SWCCA)

Somali Women and Child Care Association (SWCCA) is a national, nonprofit humanitarian organization that was founded in April 2012 and registered by the Federal Government of Somalia the same year with its headquarters in Mogadishu with branch offices in Baidoa of South West State, Jowhar and Warsheikh -Hirshabelle state, Dhobley and Kismayo Jubaland state and progam operation in Galmudug state. SWCCA has focused for since establishment at promoting the social, educational, economic and political development of Somali women, and spend greater efforts in raising woman’s awareness of their legal rights in order to promote their participation in the decision-making processes, protect their rights and to encourage development. The major goals of the organization are to end Gender based violence, promote gender equity and equality and strengthen the capacity of women at grass root level by establishing enabling, inclusive environment where no one is left behind. We establish the level of awareness among the women and to equip marginalized women with information and knowledge on human rights. SWCCA focus on helping our partners improve their access to quality health care, education and economic opportunities. Throughout the years, SWCCA have helped our partners obtain training in organic farming, leadership, conflict resolution, tailoring, managing cooperatives and many other skills.