About Us

About Us

Driven by Compassion, Powered by People

Dhoodaan supports children with speech delays in Somalia. We are here for the quiet ones—the late talkers who need more time and understanding. We work with families and professionals to bridge the gap between silence and speech. Founded out of compassion, we help parents recognize early signs and find support where services are limited.

Dhoodaan replaces fear with hope and isolation with community. We organize forums, support groups, and workshops for parents, caregivers, and health workers across Somalia.

What We Do

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Our Mission

Empowering Communities, Changing Lives Forever

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Empowering communities

Raising awareness about speech delays and building local capacity through training for caregivers and health workers.

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Supporting those in need

Supporting families with compassion and guidance as they navigate their child’s speech development journey together.

03

Inspiring action

Advocating for speech development in national policies and encouraging early intervention for all Somali children.

Building a future driven by kindness.

We lead with empathy, ensuring every child with speech delays receives compassionate support.

Our Value

Guiding Principles That Drive Us

Compassion

We lead with kindness and empathy, always putting the child's needs first. Every family's journey with speech delay deserves patient, caring support.

Inclusion

Every child deserves to be seen, heard, and supported, regardless of how they communicate. No child is left behind because they speak differently.

Partnership

We work hand-in-hand with families, professionals, and institutions to create comprehensive support networks for children with speech delays.

Hope

We replace fear with courage, shame with strength, and isolation with community. Every small step forward is celebrated as meaningful progress together.

Awareness

We raise community consciousness about speech development and early intervention, helping parents recognize signs and seek timely professional support.

Early Intervention

The earlier we act, the better the outcomes. We help families access timely support and evidence-based approaches for speech development success.

Our Team

Our Dedicated Team, Your Trusted Support

Najeb Adan Wehelie

Shukri Mahad Abdullahi

Mahad Said Dirie

Maymuun Ahmed Abdalla

Tasnem Mohamed Ibrahim

Frequently Asked Questions

Find Quick Solutions to Your Questions

Learn about speech delays, early intervention, and how Dhoodaan supports families. We answer common questions about recognizing signs and accessing help.

You can sign up through our website by filling out a volunteer application form.

All donations support our various programs, including education, healthcare, and emergency relief.

Yes, we welcome pets in designated pet-friendly rooms. Additional charges may apply.

Absolutely! You can select a specific cause or allow us to allocate funds where they’re needed most.

We welcome brand and corporate partnerships! Contact us via email to explore collaboration opportunities.

We provide regular updates and reports on how your contributions are making a difference.

Yes! You can donate via credit card, bank transfer, or even set up a monthly giving plan.

Feel free to contact our team via email or phone—we’d love to assist you!

Your journey to helping others begins right here.

Join Dhoodaan in supporting children with speech delays. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or professional, we’re here to guide you.