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Frantz Fanon University Community Outreach Centre (FFU-COC)

"Engaging Communities, Transforming Lives"

Mission

To empower individuals, families, and communities through knowledge-sharing, service-learning, and collaborative action aimed at addressing social, health, economic, and environmental issues in Somaliland.

Key Functions

Community Health Campaigns
Legal Aid Clinics
Mental Health and Social Work Interventions
Adult Literacy and Education Programs
Small Business and Entrepreneurship Training
Youth Empowerment and Conflict Resolution Workshops
Disaster Awareness and Climate Change Education

Community Partnerships

  • Ministry of Health, Ministry of Justice, and Ministry of Social Affairs
  • Hargeisa Group Hospital
  • Taakulo Organization
  • Somaliland Mental Health Association
  • Local community leaders, schools, and civil society groups

Service Learning for Students

The Centre provides FFU students with practical, supervised fieldwork opportunities, integrating academic learning with real-life experience. This approach fosters civic responsibility, empathy, and a deeper understanding of Somaliland’s developmental needs.

Impact Areas

Public health awareness and services
Legal empowerment and access to justice
Mental health support
Women's empowerment and gender justice
Environmental sustainability
Education and social innovation