ABOUT US
Mama Shamsa Foundation (MASHFO) is a non-governmental and non-profit organization registered with the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation of Somalia, which focuses on creating sustainable livelihoods and landscapes for the small-scale marginal farmers in Somalia.
This is done by working with farmers on food security, environmental protection and stable income improvement through training and information dissemination to equip farmers with knowledge and skills in organic farming, especially organic and biodynamic farming, conducting on-farm trials on best practices and donations of agricultural equipment.
MASHFO also digs wells and repairs to address the problems of marginalized farmers. In addition, we work closely with organizations and individuals conducting research to generate verified knowledge that can be used to develop modern agriculture and sustainability in Somalia.
MASHFO’S VISION STATEMENT
MASHFO envisions independent marginal farming communities that fully participate in the sustainable economic, environmental and social well-being of Somalia.
MISSION STATEMENT
We are committed to strengthening the food security, health, livelihoods and sustainability of marginalized farmers in Somalia by training and donating agricultural equipment and digging wells to promote production among the marginalized population in Somalia.
CORE VALUES:
Equality, justice, quality work, creativity & innovation, transparency & honesty and collaboration
OUR PROGRAMS:
- Agriculture
This is to ensure that the disadvantaged farmers are able to produce sufficient and diverse food on family farms for their households for both nutrition and income needs.
- Agricultural equipment, materials and medicine
We help the marginalized community get the necessary machinery so that they can produce higher quality products.
