Climate Resilience and Adaptation Network (CRAN)
Inclusive Solutions for Resilient Communities and Marine Futures
is a multi sector platform advancing inclusive, science informed, and community driven climate resilience and adaptation across terrestrial and marine systems. It promotes ecosystem-based adaptation, and sustainable resource governance, with a strong focus on marine conservation and blue economy resilience, while fostering collaboration to strengthen ecosystem integrity, enhance adaptive capacity, and support equitable participation in climate adaptation planning and implementation.
To create where communities thrive in the face of climate change, embracing resilience and sustainability. We aspire to be a country leader in promoting climate adaptation and resilience practices, fostering innovation, and driving impactful change to safeguard our planet for future generations. Through collaboration, education, and empowerment, we aim to build a network of individuals and organizations committed to creating a resilient and climate-smart world for all.
To be a leading organization in Somalia, driving climate resilience and adaptation efforts for a sustainable future.
To foster climate resilience, facilitate adaptation strategies, and promote sustainable development in Somalia through community engagement, capacity building, and advocacy.
Values and Principles
We believe in working transparently with communities and partners to develop practical, equitable, and locally driven solutions for a resilient and sustainable Somalia.
Environmental Stewardship
Protects ecosystems and promotes sustainable use of natural resources, including marine and coastal environments.
Innovation and Adaptability
Encourages practical and forward looking solutions to address changing climate challenges.
Inclusivity, Equity, and Diversity
Ensures fair participation and benefits for all groups, especially vulnerable communities.
Empowerment and youth engagement
Builds capacity and leadership of youth and communities in climate action.
Evidence-Based Decision Making
Uses science and local knowledge to guide effective climate interventions.
Community-Driven Action
Promotes local ownership and participation in designing and implementing solutions.
Focus Areas:
Community Climate Resilience
Ability of communities to anticipate, prepare for, adapt to, and recover from climate-related challenges while maintaining sustainable livelihoods, protecting natural resources, and strengthening social and economic well-being.
Marine & Coastal Conservation
focuses on protecting, restoring, and sustainably managing marine and coastal ecosystems to preserve biodiversity, enhance climate resilience, ensure the long-term health of oceans, coastlines, and coastal communities.
Blue Economy & Fisheries​
Promoting sustainable use of marine and coastal resources, supporting responsible fisheries, protecting ocean ecosystems, and strengthening coastal communities’ livelihoods and economic development in Somalia.
Climate Education and Awareness
Raising awareness and building knowledge on climate change and practical solutions, while empowering communities, and local stakeholders to take informed action and promote climate and sustainable practices.
Disaster Risk Reduction
Focuses on impacts of disasters by strengthening community preparedness, resilience, and adaptive capacity. It promotes early warning systems, livelihoods, and ecosystem and climate-related hazards.
Sustainable Livelihoods
focuses on supporting vulnerable communities to develop stable and sustainable sources of income through climate-smart agriculture, fisheries, small businesses, skills development, and access to green economic opportunities.
On the occasion of World Environment Day, a crucial global event dedicated to raising awareness and ....
Mogadishu, Somalia | CRAN proudly cohosted the first-ever Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) Somalia.
CRAN held a significant event for climate action with the Youth Climate Adaptation Action Day, in partnership.
COP16 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | We are proud to announce that our Program Manager, participated in ...
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