A university-based institute established by Somali National University to research the root causes of conflict, train local peacebuilders, and advance sustainable peace across Somalia and the Horn of Africa.
The Centre serves as a national academic and technical resource hub for One Health in Somalia, connecting researchers, faculties, government institutions, development partners, and communities. It supports knowledge generation, capacity building, collaboration, and the development of practical solutions to national One Health priorities.
The Centre works to translate scientific evidence into practical action and informed policy. Through research, policy briefs, knowledge exchange, and engagement with government and other stakeholders, it aims to ensure that One Health evidence contributes to stronger health systems, better preparedness, and evidence-based decision-making in Somalia.
Advance high-quality interdisciplinary research addressing zoonotic diseases, antimicrobial resistance, emerging health threats, climate-health, food safety, and environmental health.
Translate scientific evidence into practical recommendations, policy briefs, and evidence-based approaches that support national health priorities and decision-making.
Strengthen the skills and capabilities of students, academics, health professionals, researchers, and institutions through training, workshops, knowledge exchange, and collaborative learning.
Develop and deliver multidisciplinary One Health academic and professional learning programs that equip students, researchers, and health professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to address interconnected human, animal, and environmental health challenges. The Centre will build on SNU’s existing academic strengths, including the MSc in One Health, while supporting training, workshops, and continuous professional development.
Support multidisciplinary education and professional development, building on SNU’s academic programs and its MSc in One Health.
Connect expertise across human health, veterinary medicine, agriculture, environmental sciences, public health, government, and other sectors to address complex health challenges.
Create platforms for seminars, conferences, stakeholder engagement, publications, and knowledge exchange that strengthen collaboration and public understanding of One Health.