Success Story: Suldaan Mohamed Abdullahi Ali – Advocating for Inclusive Conflict Resolution During the Inclusive Workshop on Land Ownership and Dispute Resolution held in Baidoa District, Suldaan Mohamed Abdullahi Ali, Chairman of the Youth in Southwest State, delivered a powerful message on the importance of community-driven conflict prevention. Representing the voice of youth and speaking on behalf of his constituency, Suldaan emphasized the critical role of legal awareness, traditional leadership, and civil society organizations in addressing and preventing land and family-related conflicts. Drawing from both his leadership experience and community engagement, he highlighted how unresolved disputes often escalate due to lack of inclusive dialogue and legal understanding. Suldaan passionately advocated for inclusive and fair dispute resolution mechanisms—ones that involve youth, women, elders, and local authorities equally. According to him, such inclusive processes are key to building trust, restoring relationships, and promoting lasting peace across communities. His contribution was a strong reflection of the goals of the workshop, supported by
, to promote locally led solutions and strengthen social cohesion. Suldaan’s voice served as a reminder that when young leaders are empowered and engaged, they can play a transformative role in peacebuilding and conflict prevention.
