About OPPD

Organization for Pastoral, Peace and Development (OPPD) is a grassroots non-profit committed to empowering vulnerable pastoral and agro-pastoral communities in East Africa.

Introduction

OPPD was founded by committed professionals and volunteers after surveys revealed that pastoral regions in Ethiopia, Somalia and Kenya are among the most food insecure in the world. Erratic rainfall, recurrent drought and fragile environments have undermined livestock production — the backbone of pastoral livelihoods.

This situation is compounded by conflicts, refugee influx, displacement and erosion of traditional social support systems. To address these urgent challenges, OPPD was established to deliver humanitarian assistance, development programs, peacebuilding, and capacity building in partnership with governments, NGOs and communities.

Our History

January 2021 – Founding

Established in Baidoa, Somalia, officially registered as a community-based NGO.

2021 – Expansion

Opened sub-offices in Hudur and Elbarde, with plans for Ethiopia and Kenya.

2021–2022 – First Programs

Launched initiatives in food security, peacebuilding, WASH, and community capacity building.

2023 – Partnerships

Collaborated with governments, NGOs and communities to scale interventions regionally.

Today

OPPD continues to grow as a trusted grassroots NGO across East Africa, dedicated to eradicating poverty and building peace.

Mission

Improve the livelihoods of poor communities in pastoral and agro-pastoral regions of East Africa through sustainable solutions.

Achieve long-term self-reliance
Empower communities through education & awareness
Ensure food self-sufficiency & economic development

Vision

Bring lasting solutions to poverty and suffering in East Africa, enabling disadvantaged communities to achieve sustainable livelihoods and social change.

Core Values

Dignity & Equality

Every human life has equal value. Poverty is an injustice we strive to eliminate.

Inclusion

We oppose marginalization based on gender, class or disability, ensuring fair participation.

Neutrality

We are non-religious, non-political, non-profit, and non-discriminatory.

Collaboration

We believe in collective action to build a just, safe, and resilient world.

Our Goal

To eradicate extreme poverty and hunger in pastoral and agro-pastoral regions of Somalia, Ethiopia and Kenya through integrated development, peacebuilding, and capacity building initiatives.