Somali Response Innovation Lab
Hosted by Somali Resilience Program (SomReP)
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This paragraph describes the strategic focuses of the country lab. We can also add some quick descriptions on the core partnerships. The photos on the left are hyperlinked to highlight certain projects and/or innovations. We also have a simple navigation bar below, leading to the different sections of this country lab page.
SomRIL Updates
![Behind the Digital Attendance App Pilot in Somalia [Story]](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d7fba1a7dc0f278f09832df/1591193069035-97FTIW3ICNSN8HGGZJTE/9D0A1602.jpg)
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SomRIL Project Highlights
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IGNITE Food Systems Challenge 2024-25
The project was led by the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and Somalia Response Innovation Lab (SomRIL) with the support of USAID Bureau of Humanitarian Affairs (BHA) and the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The IGNITE Food Systems Challenge grants funding and technical support to local entrepreneurs addressing challenges in food systems and climate resilience, specifically priorities of the United Nations and relief and resilience partners in the country.
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The Echo Project
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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The Brightline Project
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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The Northgrid Project
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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Spotlight on SomRIL-Supported Innovations
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OGOW Health
OGOW Health is an award-winning provider of digital health solutions offering innovative and sustainable solutions that improve service delivery and access to healthcare.
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Digital Attendance Application (by Sisitech)
An APP that enables teachers in Somalia to mark learner attendance in an almost real-time manner. Supported by RIL in its adoption and scaling.
We are constantly looking for new partners to co-create impact.
Contact information:
Mekailah Stephens
SomRIL Team Lead
mekailah_stephens@wvi.org
