Horn Afrik News Agency for Human Rights (HANAHR)
About Us
Horn Afrik News Agency for Human Rights (HANAHR) was established by WHRDs and is a women-led human rights organisation that combines independent journalism, human rights documentation, advocacy, and digital communication to defend human dignity, amplify the voices of marginalised and at-risk communities, and promote accountability in Somalia’s challenging human rights environment.
HANAHR places Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs) at the centre of its work, supporting women’s leadership and advocacy for the rights of women and girls, Indigenous and marginalised communities, and those affected by human rights violations. Through evidence-based reporting, community engagement, strategic advocacy, and digital media, HANAHR seeks to strengthen civic space, challenge impunity, and ensure that communities can safely claim and exercise their rights.
Vision
Horn of Africa (HOA) region where human rights, gender equality, freedom of expression and civic space are respected and protected, and where women, girls, Indigenous and marginalised communities can live with dignity, participate equally in decision-making, and enjoy justice, environmental and cultural rights free from discrimination and violence.
Mission
To defend and promote human rights through independent journalism, documentation, advocacy and digital communication, with a particular focus on strengthening the leadership and protection of Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs), amplifying marginalised voices, documenting violations, challenging impunity, and advancing accountability, gender equality, environmental justice and the cultural rights of Indigenous and marginalised communities in Somalia.
Core Values
- Integrity: Upholding truth and transparency in all our reporting and advocacy.
- Courage: Fearlessly exposing injustices despite challenges and threats.
- Equality: Advocating for the rights of all individuals, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or status.
- Empowerment: Strengthening the voices of marginalized communities to advocate for their rights.
- Collaboration: Partnering with local and international stakeholders to maximize impact.
- Accountability: Ensuring responsible journalism and advocacy that adheres to ethical standards.
Strategic Objectives
- Human Rights Journalism – Investigate and report on human rights violations, with a special focus on women, children, minorities, and other at-risk groups.
- Advocacy & Awareness – Conduct campaigns to raise awareness and influence policy change on critical human rights issues.
- Capacity Building – Train journalists, activists, and community leaders on human rights reporting and advocacy.
- Legal & Humanitarian Support – Provide assistance and legal aid to victims of human rights abuses.
- Digital & Social Media Engagement – Utilize digital platforms to amplify stories and mobilize public support for human rights causes.
Cooperation
HANAHR collaborates with local, regional, and international organizations, including human rights groups, media networks, civil society organizations, and governmental institutions. Through these partnerships, we work to strengthen legal protections, enhance advocacy efforts, and provide direct support to victims of human rights abuses.
Together, we strive for a world where human rights are respected, protected, and upheld for all.
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