Registered NGO • UN Partner • Government-Recognized Think Tank
Dialogue. Democracy. Peace.
Barbaar Initiative for Dialogue and Democracy (B2D) is a Somalia-based think tank and civil society organization working to promote democratic governance, social cohesion, conflict resolution, and institutional capacity building.
2011
Established
$1.7M+
Portfolio
15+
Partnerships
15 Yrs
Expertise
$1.98M+
Combined Portfolio
10,000+
Beneficiaries
15+
Districts Reached
30+
Research Studies
Executive Overview
Barbaar Initiative for Dialogue and Democracy (B2D) is a Somalia-based think tank and civil society organization working to promote democratic governance, social cohesion, conflict resolution, and institutional capacity building.
B2D/Ref/No.: B2D-PROFILE-2026 · 25 July 2026
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Mission
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Vision
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Core Values
Accountability
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Transparency
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Analytical Rigor
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Impartiality
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Strategic Priorities and Objectives
Community dialogue and reconciliation
Democracy and governance
Youth demobilization and risk reduction
Political analysis and research
Youth and women's empowerment
Women's political participation
Community consultation and research
Thematic Areas of Work
- Democracy, dialogue & conflict resolution
- Women's participation
- Social dialogue
- Advocacy
- Research and assessments
- Institutional capacity building
- Sustainable development
- Other areas
Geographic Coverage and Field Presence
Selected Projects
| Project | Duration | Donor | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Elections Support in Somalia | 2023–2026 | FGS Ministry of Interior | $285,450 |
| Security Transition, Research & Stabilization Support | Ongoing | Gray Scale and Valar Frontier | $550,500 |
| National Reconciliation Framework Review | 2022–2026 | B2D / MOIFAR | $65,550 |
| Women Quota Support for FGS Elections | 2021–2022 | FGS Office of PM / MOFHD | $78,500 |
Leadership Team
Amino Mohamed Hassan
Director General
Degree in Public Administration and Political Science; 20 years' experience in Somalia
Muktar Isak Abdi
Secretary General
MA Peace & Conflict Studies; MA International Cooperation; BA Political Science; 15 years' experience
Isaak Sheikh Abdirahman
Programs Coordinator
MA Political Science and Conflict Resolution; 30 years in East Africa conflict dynamics
Partnerships
- Somalia Civil Society Coalition
- Somali NGO Consortium
- East Africa Civil Society Organizations Forum (EACSOF)
- Global Partnership for the Prevention of Armed Conflict (GPPAC)
- UNDP
- UNSOM
- UNOPS
- Adam Smith International
- Valar Frontier
- Federal Government ministries
- MOIFAR
- FGS
Alignment with International Frameworks
- Democracy and Governance
- Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution
- Human Rights Advocacy
- Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment
- Youth Engagement and Development
- Sustainable Development
Research & Analysis
Political Analysis and Research
Conflict Assessment
Community Consultation and Research
Security Sector Research
Social Cohesion Research
Governance Research
Partner With Us
Contact the B2D Secretariat in Mogadishu, Baidoa or Nairobi to discuss dialogue, governance, research and capacity building engagement.