To work for the cause and care of disadvantaged disable persons, the aged and other vulnerable person by improving their quality of life.
Empowering lives, embracing dignity, and fostering inclusion for a brighter, more equitable future.
Haaran Africa
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Our Mission
About HAARAN
HAARAN, founded in 2008 by Abdi Noor Matan in Maine, USA, is a disability-focused organization dedicated to creating an inclusive society where persons with disabilities and vulnerable individuals are empowered to lead dignified lives. Initially addressing the challenges of Somali immigrants, HAARAN expanded to the Horn of Africa in 2013, establishing chapters in Kenya and Somalia to tackle issues such as poverty, stigmatization, and isolation.
Rooted in the principle that disability rights are human rights, HAARAN promotes equality and inclusion through a Community-Based Inclusive Development (CBID) approach, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals to ensure no one is left behind. Today, HAARAN operates in Kenya and Somalia, transforming lives by fostering independence, participation, and resilience for the most marginalized.
Our Commitment
Our initiatives span critical areas such as health and rehabilitation, inclusive education, economic empowerment, climate resilience, and governance. By partnering with communities, donors, and stakeholders, HAARAN drives sustainable change, ensuring no one is left behind
Our Values
We believe in the power of integrity, ensuring that every action and decision reflects our principles. We uphold professionalism, humanity, and partnerships to foster equality and impact. We prioritize humanity, recognizing the intrinsic worth of every individual we value a non-discrimination towards disability, gender, faith or creed, age and race.
Empowering Vulnerable Communities
Promoting disability-inclusive development and sustainable solutions across the Horn of Africa region.
Inclusive Education and Skills Development
Fostering accessible learning environments for all individuals, regardless of their abilities or backgrounds.
Economic empowerment and livelihoods.
Supporting vulnerable individuals through skills training and sustainable livelihood opportunities for better futures.
Advocacy for Human Rights
Championing social inclusion and sustainable development across Kenya, Somalia, and the Horn of Africa.
Our Impact
Empowering communities through inclusive development and sustainable solutions.
Inclusive Education Project
ADRA Somalia, with funding from NORAD, supports sustainable development initiatives, focusing on education, livelihoods, and resilience-building to empower communities and foster long-term growth.
Inclusive Education
HAARAN, with UNDESA and partners, developed the CRPD Toolkit for Somalia and Kenya to guide disability inclusion.