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internationally connected Somali
higher education system

Supporting Mobility and Internationalization for
Learning and Engagement in Somali HEIs

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Building a Connected Academic
Future.

Fostering internationalization through academic mobility, strategic partnerships, and capacity-building initiatives for Somali institutions

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Connecting Somalia to Global Education

Integrating Somali universities into global academic networks while promoting inclusive learning for disadvantaged students.

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Internationalization Forum

  • April 08, 2026 at 08:00 AM

  • Mogadishu

Academic Mobility

Expanding access to international exchange programs for Somali students and university staff

Inclusive Access

Creating higher education opportunities for marginalized groups, including IDPs and female students.

Global Partnerships

Building strong institutional ties between Somali universities and European academic networks.

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ABOUT THE PROJECT

Empowering Somali Universities Through Global Collaboration.

SMILE bridges the gap between Somali higher education institutions and international academic networks, fostering capacity building, strategic partnerships, and inclusive learning opportunities.

  • Global Academic Mobility

    Facilitating student and staff exchanges to enhance education quality and intercultural competencies

  • Inclusive Digital Learning

    Implementing virtual mobility, and strategies to support displaced persons and female students.

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EXPECTED IMPACT

Driving Sustainable Institutional Growth and Global Integration

SMILE ensures Somali universities acquire, apply, and sustain internationalization strategies through a structured combination of theoretical training, hands-on learning, and global mentorship.

Staff Capacity Building & Training
99 %
Global Academic Partnerships
97 %
Inclusive Digital Mobility
95 %
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PROJECT LEADERSHIP

Guided by International Experts

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Mohamed Abdi Ismael

Project Manager, HIU

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Dr. Christina Kontogoulidou

Head of IRO, UNIPI

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Dr. Adam Sheikh Said

Project Manager, SOEYDA

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Project Vision.

Learn how we are bridging the gap between Somali higher
education institutions and global academic networks.

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e are building resilient institutional capacity and expanding our global academic partnerships with European networks.

Higher Education Institutions

Academic Excellence
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SMILE offers unprecedented access to international academic experiences and modern digital learning methodologies.

Somali Students

The Next Generation
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e are building resilient institutional capacity and expanding our global academic partnerships with European networks.

Higher Education Institutions

Academic Excellence

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