Hello Debates

Open Dialogue. Real Solutions. Better Society.

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An independent, non-profit civic engagement organization strengthening democracy, accountability, and citizen participation in Somalia through research, civic education, and public dialogue.

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Kaalinta Bulshada Rayidka ee Xoojinta Isla Xisaabtanka iyo Dowladnimada Soomaaliya

Kaalinta Bulshada Rayidka ee Xoojinta Isla Xisaabtanka iyo Dowladnimada Soomaaliya

Aug 16, 2026

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Saida Mohamed Hanshi

Saida Mohamed Hanshi

Chairperson Marwo Women & Children Development Organization

Mohamed Aded Ali Ali

Mohamed Aded Ali Ali

Executive Director Civil Society Somalia Non-State Actors

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The dedicated people behind Hello Debates — working to advance open dialogue and civic accountability.

Yoonis Abdirahman Dire

Yoonis Abdirahman Dire

Founder and Executive Director

Yoonis Abdirahman is the Founder and Executive Director of Hello Debates, With seven years of professional experience across the public and private sectors, Yoonis brings expertise in governance, strategic operations, finance, human resources, humanitarian systems, and public engagement. His work sits at the intersection of governance, institutional development, and citizen led dialogue. He holds a degree in Business Administration and is committed to strengthening democratic participation, promoting public accountability, and supporting more responsive and inclusive institutions in Somalia. Through Hello Debates, Yoonis works to create organisation where citizens can ask questions, leaders can answer, and public institutions can be held accountable.

Hatim Abdulkadir Sheikhey

Hatim Abdulkadir Sheikhey

Board Member

Hatim is a digital transformation and technology specialist with over 15 years of experience leading large-scale IT infrastructure and digital modernisation programmes across the UK public sector. He holds a BSc in Telecommunications Engineering from Queen Mary University of London and has successfully delivered major technology initiatives for organisations including the BBC and NHS trusts. Passionate about locally led development, civic engagement, and humanitarian innovation, Hatim is committed to strengthening community-centred partnerships, advancing public accountability, and supporting sustainable institutional development across Somalia and East Africa. His expertise in technology, governance, and strategic collaboration brings valuable insight to the Board.

Hafsa Ahmed Mohamed

Hafsa Ahmed Mohamed

Board Member

Hafsa Ahmed Mohamed is a project management, procurement, and operations professional with over seven years of experience delivering strategic and operational initiatives across the logistics, healthcare, petroleum, and energy sectors. She holds a Bachelor of Business Information Technology and a Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management. Her expertise includes project management, procurement, stakeholder engagement, data analysis, organizational development, and operational strategy. She is passionate about strengthening governance, civic engagement, and sustainable institutional development.

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