For journalists
SOMES can provide comment on evaluation practice in Somalia, the use of evidence in public policy, and the professionalisation of the evaluation workforce. We aim to respond to media enquiries within one working day.
Media contact
Communications, SOMES
info@somes.so
+252 61 249 6660
KM4, Mogadishu, Banaadir, Somalia
Available for comment on
- National evaluation standards, ethics and certification
- Evaluation capacity and the M&E workforce in Somalia
- Use of evaluation evidence in planning and budgeting
- Evaluation methods where access is constrained
- Youth and gender inclusion in evaluation
Logos and usage
The SOMES logo may be reproduced in publications, event materials and news coverage. Do not stretch, recolour or place it on a background that reduces contrast below accessible levels.
About SOMES — for use in press material
The Somalia Evaluation Society (SOMES) is a newly established professional body that seeks to strengthen evaluation practice and promote a culture of evidence-based decision-making in Somalia. Founded through an inclusive and participatory process led by the Ministry of Planning, Investment and Economic Development, SOMES emerged in response to critical gaps in Somalia's evaluation landscape, including weak institutional coordination, limited capacity development, underutilization of evaluation evidence, lack of youth engagement, and absence of regional and global representation.
SOMES envisions a credible, inclusive and professional evaluation community that strengthens evidence-based decision-making and accountability for sustainable development in Somalia. Its mission is to build and promote a strong, ethical and professional evaluation culture through capacity development, standard-setting, advocacy and networking.