Every stature stands equal in Somali society.
SSSSO — the Short Stature of Somali Society Organization — is the national voice of people with short stature in Somalia, advocating for dignity, inclusion, and full participation in every part of community life.
Many people with short stature in Somalia face discrimination, stigma, limited access to education and healthcare, unemployment, inaccessible services, bullying, and social exclusion. SSSSO works to remove these barriers through advocacy, awareness, capacity building, and strategic partnerships — so that stature never determines opportunity.
A national platform built by and for people with short stature.
Established as a non-profit, non-governmental, membership-based organization, SSSSO brings together individuals with short stature, their families, caregivers, professionals, and supporters to create a strong national platform for advocacy and mutual support.
SSSSO was founded in response to the persistent social, economic, educational, and health challenges experienced by people with short stature in Somalia — from limited access to quality education and healthcare to unemployment, inaccessible public services, and social exclusion.
We work to eliminate these barriers through evidence-based advocacy, public awareness, capacity development, and strategic partnerships — collaborating with government institutions, Disabled Persons' Organizations, civil society, healthcare providers, educational institutions, media, and local communities.
What we're working toward, and how we get there.
A just and inclusive society
A society where people with short stature enjoy equal rights, dignity, opportunities, and full participation in every aspect of social, economic, political, and cultural life — without discrimination.
Advocacy, empowerment, welfare
To promote and protect the rights, inclusion, empowerment, and welfare of people with short stature through advocacy, awareness raising, education, research, capacity building, policy engagement, strategic partnerships, and sustainable development.
Ten principles, one common ground.
Every value we hold rises from the same baseline — respect for every person, regardless of stature.
Ten commitments shaping our national agenda.
Promote equality, human rights, and social inclusion for people with short stature.
Increase public awareness to eliminate stereotypes, stigma, discrimination, and bullying.
Improve access to quality healthcare, rehabilitation, and psychosocial support services.
Advocate for inclusive and accessible education for children and youth with short stature.
Promote equal employment opportunities, entrepreneurship, and economic empowerment.
Strengthen disability-inclusive legislation, policies, and institutional implementation.
Build leadership, advocacy, and organizational capacity among members.
Promote research, documentation, and evidence generation on issues affecting people with short stature.
Strengthen partnerships with national, regional, and international stakeholders.
Promote gender equality, youth leadership, and community participation.
Eight areas where our work happens on the ground.
Human Rights & Advocacy
- Disability rights promotion
- Legal awareness & legal aid
- Policy advocacy
- Leadership development
Inclusive Education
- School enrollment support
- Scholarship opportunities
- Teacher training
- Educational mentoring
Health & Rehabilitation
- Medical referral services
- Orthopedic & physiotherapy support
- Mental health & psychosocial care
- Preventive health education
Economic Empowerment
- Vocational skills development
- Entrepreneurship promotion
- Financial literacy
- Employment placement
Social Inclusion
- Community awareness campaigns
- Media engagement
- Sports & recreation
- Cultural participation
Women & Youth Empowerment
- Women's leadership programmes
- Youth mentorship
- Gender equality promotion
- Youth participation in governance
Research & Knowledge
- Disability mapping
- National database development
- Needs assessments
- Publications & advocacy briefs
Institutional Development
- Membership recruitment
- Governance strengthening
- Resource mobilization
- Monitoring & learning
Target beneficiaries across Somali society.
The change our work is built to deliver.
Increased public understanding of short stature and disability inclusion.
Reduced discrimination, stigma, and social exclusion.
Improved access to inclusive education, healthcare, and rehabilitation.
Increased employment, entrepreneurship, and livelihood opportunities.
Stronger disability-inclusive laws, policies, and institutional practices.
Greater representation in leadership and decision-making.
Enhanced organizational capacity, sustainability, and recognition.
Strong partnerships that improve advocacy and resource mobilization.
Stand with us. Join the national community.
Whether you are a person with short stature, a family member, a professional, or a supporter — your membership strengthens our collective voice and helps us reach more communities across Somalia.
- Mogadishu, Somalia
- info@ssss.org
- +252 61 000 0000
- Monday – Friday, 9:00 – 17:00