INSIGHTS, commissioned by Save the Children International, conducted a review and update of the Somalia Localization Action Plan in close collaboration with the Localization Working Group (LWG) and the Somali NGO Consortium (SNC). The consultancy aimed to assess the effectiveness of the current action plan, identify gaps, and align it with the evolving needs of the humanitarian sector in Somalia. This process involved consultations with key stakeholders, including local and international actors, to understand challenges and successes, followed by updating the plan to improve local participation, coordination, and the capacity of local organizations. The revised action plan also aimed to address the barriers faced by local humanitarian actors, such as limited funding and capacity gaps.
The updated action plan was disseminated through the Localization Working Group, ensuring that all relevant stakeholders were informed and engaged in its implementation. INSIGHTS also developed action plans to increase funding to local civil society organizations (CSOs) and enhance the role of Localization Working Groups. The goal was to create an enabling environment for local actors to take a more central role in humanitarian action, ensuring that the localization agenda is effectively implemented and that resources are allocated to strengthen local capacities and improve outcomes in the Somali context.