Online Safety

Helping communities protect their identity and stay safe online.

Why it matters in Somalia

Millions of Somalis are coming online for the first time, mostly on smartphones and through social media and mobile money. New users are the most exposed to scams, account theft and misinformation.

We give people simple, practical protection in their own language, so their first steps online are safe ones. TODO: add a local statistic on online fraud or new internet users.

What we do

  • Community awareness sessions

    In-person sessions in Somali for families

  • Account security

    Strong passwords and keeping phones and accounts under your control.

  • Two-factor authentication

    Step-by-step help turning on a second layer of protection.

  • Fraud awareness

    Recognizing scams

Initiatives in this area

Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 4: Quality EducationQuality Education
  • SDG 10: Reduced InequalitiesReduced Inequalities

Stories and news

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