- Address: Nairobi | Mogadishu | Addis Ababa
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Dialogue & Collaboration Hub
Active space for open talk & joint work
Supporting processes people can actually trust.
• Electoral Integrity• Electoral Observation & Monitoring:
• Capacity Building for Elections:
about us
Advancing Inclusive Political Dialogue, Electoral Integrity, and Democratic Governance in Somalia
The Barkulmis Institute for Political Analysis ( Barkulmis IPA) is an amalgamated independent institute led entirely by Somalis intellectuals. The firm offers political research and is an advisory institution dedicated to strengthening governance, political stability, and inclusive decision-making in Somalia
what we do
Mandate and Scope of Work
Barkulmis IPA focuses on core pillars tailored to Somalia’s political context. Its main activities include: neutral political dialogue and convening intended to reduce tensions and build consensus with full neutrality and confidentiality.
Political Dialogue
The center is a dynamic hub that facilitates inclusive dialogue, collaboration, and advocacy on pressing political matters. The center offers interactive forums, roundtable discussions, and digital platforms to bring together a diverse range of stakeholders. Barkulmis IPA promotes consensus-building efforts and advocating for transparent and participatory governance practices.
Political Research & Landscape Analysis
Barkulmis IPA’s Research Segment delivers rigorous, Somalia-focused political analysis, producing applied studies that inform credible elections, governance, and inclusive decision-making.
Electoral Specialization
Barkulmis IPA stays fully independent as we follow Somalia’s election work step by step. Credibility, real openness, basic fairness - these drive everything we do. We push to build processes people can actually trust.
• Electoral Dialogue
• Electoral Integrity
• Electoral Observation & Monitoring
• Capacity Building for Elections:
Election Debates & Public Dialogue
We facilitate inclusive policy dialogues and candidate debates, promoting informed campaigns, reducing polarization, and strengthening public trust.
Policy Advisory on Democratic Governance
We support electoral reform, political inclusion, accountability, and institutional strengthening to advance democratic governance.
Training & Capacity Building
We offer programs in political analysis, election monitoring, ethical leadership, media accountability, civic engagement, policy advocacy, and capacity building for emerging leaders.
what we do
Our Core Services
Barkulmis Ipa offers non-partisan, evidence-based political analysis and advisory services focused on elections, democratic processes, and political accountability in the Horn of Africa.
Political Analysis & Forecasting
We assess electoral systems, oversight institutions, and campaign finance, while monitoring disinformation and external interference to inform legal reforms and institutional independence.
Election Analysis & Risk Assessment
We analyze pre-election risks, monitor political dynamics during elections, and assess outcomes and transitions post-election to inform stability and reform.
Electoral Integrity Support
We evaluate electoral systems and oversight bodies, track disinformation and external interference, and provide guidance on legal reforms and institutional independence.
Election Debates & Public Dialogue
We facilitate inclusive policy dialogues and candidate debates, promoting informed campaigns, reducing polarization, and strengthening public trust.
Policy Advisory on Democratic Governance
We support electoral reform, political inclusion, accountability, and institutional strengthening to advance democratic governance.
Training & Capacity Building
We offer programs in political analysis, election monitoring, ethical leadership, media accountability, civic engagement, policy advocacy, and capacity building for emerging leaders.
Our Values
Guided by Principles
Our values are the foundation of everything we do — from delivering quality service to acting with integrity, vision, and compassion. They define how we operate, serve, and contribute to a better future.
Integrity First
We uphold the highest standards of ethics, accountability, and professionalism in every engagement
Visionary
We lead with foresight and innovation.
Integrity
Our operations are grounded in honesty and transparency.
Social Responsibility
We sponsor and support educational programs for underprivileged students.
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Events
Events & Webinars
Join Barkulmis IPA for virtual and in-person events on Horn of Africa politics, elections, and governance. Our events foster dialogue among experts, policymakers, and the public.