Community

Empowering People, Building Futures.

Inclusive programs for women, youth, and communities through grassroots development across Somalia.

Building Stronger Communities

At RAAS MFI, community is the heart of everything we do. We partner with local organizations, cooperatives, and community leaders to create sustainable social impact.

Our programs focus on financial literacy, women's empowerment, youth enterprise development, and supporting displaced populations — ensuring inclusive economic growth.

Community Development Programs

Women's Empowerment

76% of our clients are women. Targeted microloans (Hooyo), VSLAs, and business mentorship for financial independence.

Youth Enterprise

62% of our portfolio serves youth under 35. We finance youth-led startups, provide mentorship, and vocational training.

IDP & Vulnerable Groups

380+ youth IDPs financed in Mogadishu, Kismayo, and Baidoa through matching fund programs with SCI.

Village Savings & Loan Associations

200+ Groups Supported

Active cooperatives across 6 regions.

Women's Group Focus

Priority through Kaaftoon product lending.

Community Partners

USAID
UNCDF
Save the Children
DT Global
AECF
Gargaara

Community Voices

The VSLA group changed my life. We save together, learn together, and started a cooperative dairy farm through Kaaftoon.

Halima Omar
VSLA Member, Baidoa

As a young IDP, I thought I'd never own a business. The SCI partnership gave me capital and training to run my own shop.

Abdi Farah
Youth Entrepreneur, Mogadishu

Join Our Community Programs

Start a VSLA, partner on youth development, or support women's empowerment.