Deputy Minister of Environment and Climate Change in the Somali government, Dr. Saciid Mohamed Cali, opened the second session of Resilience Day at the Somalia Pavilion during the 16th session of the Conference of Parties (COP16) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The session, titled “Strengthening Community Resilience to Climate Change, Droughts & Livelihood Challenges”, was organized in collaboration with Gargaar Relief and Development Organization (GREDO).

Dr. Saciid emphasized the importance of equipping Somali communities with the tools and strategies needed to adapt to the worsening effects of climate change.

The discussion centered on fostering multi-stakeholder collaboration to address droughts, climate resilience, and sustainable livelihood development.

Key takeaways include:

• The necessity of localized solutions tailored to community needs.
• Enhancing partnerships between governmental agencies, local organizations, and international bodies.
• Promoting innovation in climate adaptation and resource management.

This initiative aligns with Somalia’s broader climate resilience goals outlined in its National Adaptation Plan (NAP) and supports global efforts to mitigate climate risks in vulnerable regions.