I am an academic passionate about supporting my community through education. My vision is to establish a community-based training institute in Somalia focusing on marine science, aquaculture, and fisheries. The goal is to provide free training, awareness programs, and continuous capacity-building activities such as seminars, workshops, and short courses for students and local communities who cannot afford formal education.
I would like to seek advice and guidance on:
Practical steps for initiating such an institute with limited financial resources.
Designing a curriculum that balances theory and practice.
Organizing regular training activities (seminars, workshops, awareness sessions) that are impactful and sustainable.
Building collaborations with international academics who might be willing to contribute voluntarily (through online lectures, shared materials, mentorship, or joint workshops).
This initiative is based on the principle of knowledge-sharing and community empowerment rather than profit. Any guidance, shared experiences, or possible collaborations would be highly appreciated.
If you are interested in supporting this vision, please feel free to connect with me here on ResearchGate, or reach me directly via email: [email protected].
Thank you for your time and kind support.
Ilyas Abdirisak Nur To start a free community-based marine and fisheries training institute in Somalia, the first step is to understand the needs of the local fishing communities and the challenges they face. Collaborating with local leaders, government bodies, and NGOs will be crucial for support and resources. Create a curriculum focusing on sustainable fishing practices, marine conservation, and fish farming, making sure it's practical and relevant. Securing funding through grants, donations, and local contributions is essential. Once you have a location, recruit experienced trainers, and use local businesses and community networks to promote the institute. Finally, continuously gather feedback from participants to improve the program and ensure its long-term sustainability.
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