BAARIS supports government institutions, UN agencies, NGOs and development partners with evidence-driven research, monitoring and evaluation, advisory, capacity development and programme support services.
Since 2023, BAARIS has supported government institutions, development partners and NGOs with the evidence and practical support needed to design, deliver and learn from programmes in Somalia’s complex settings.
We combine deep local access with international professional standards: trained field teams across all federal member states and Somaliland, digital data collection with rigorous quality assurance, and trusted working relationships with federal, state and local institutions.
Integrated services that take partners through the full process, from gathering reliable evidence to translating decisions into practical implementation.
ToR-aligned methods, trained local enumerators and digital data collection with back-checks and supervision.
Rigorous analysis and stakeholder validation that turn findings into actionable options for decision-makers.
Capacity development, systems and advisory support that help institutions act on the evidence.
Evidence-based, context-sensitive and quality-assured: grounded in evidence, shaped by context and held to rigorous standards.
Baseline, endline, labour market and socio-economic studies, needs assessments and feasibility studies that give programmes a credible starting point.
Learn more →Independent evaluations, third-party monitoring and MEL system design that strengthen accountability and learning.
Learn more →Policy analysis, strategic planning and institutional assessments for government, NGOs and the private sector.
Learn more →Tailored courses, training of trainers and institutional capacity development, delivered in Somali, Arabic and English.
Learn more →Concept notes, proposals and funding strategies aligned with donor requirements.
Learn more →Web platforms, KoboToolbox tools, dashboards and GIS that put reliable data in the hands of decision-makers.
Learn more →Visibility, documentaries, campaigns and publications that communicate results accurately and ethically.
Learn more →Professional planning and coordination of conferences, workshops and validation events for ministries and partners.
Learn more →BAARIS operates from offices in Garowe (HQ), Mogadishu and Kismayo, supported by field coordinators in Hargeisa, Baidoa and Dhusamareb for rapid mobilisation. Our teams speak Somali (Maxaa tiri and Maay), Arabic and English, enabling trusted access to communities and institutions, including in hard-to-reach areas.
Design and development of a 3W/4W web-based IDP reporting and monitoring platform for the Puntland Ministry of Interior, Federal Affairs and Democratization (MoIFAD) and Garowe Municipality, with real-time reporting, GIS mapping and stakeholder training.
MoIFAD · Garowe MunicipalityEvaluation of the FIRM I Pilot Project in Baidoa and Hargeisa, assessing relevance, effectiveness and results to generate lessons for future programming.
Shaqodoon OrganizationWe work with development partners, international and local NGOs, government institutions and private sector actors.
Practical, tailored courses in MEL and data, research methods, project management, governance, leadership, and peace and inclusion, adapted in length, level and language to each institution.
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