History
Decades of Saving Lives.
JF through the years
Since 2004, Juba Foundation has been a beacon of hope for communities in need. Through conflict, crisis, and recovery, we have remained committed to saving lives and restoring dignity. Here’s a look at our journey over the past two decades:
2004–2008
Foundations of Hope
This phase marked a shift toward institutional strengthening and program scale-up. We improved our operational capacity and broadened our interventions to respond to both acute emergencies and long-term development needs. Key achievements included
- Formal registration with key coordination platforms, including the Somali NGO Consortium
- Launch of integrated relief and development initiatives
- Enhanced monitoring and reporting systems
- Opening of our liaison office in Nairobi to build partnerships
We became a stronger, more agile organization—ready to meet growing demands.
2009–2012
Expanding Reach & Building Trust
As needs grew, so did our capacity. We began to expand our reach and build trust with communities and partners. Juba Foundation introduced new programs focused on education access, WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene), and institutional partnerships. Highlights from this phase include:
- Launch of WATSAN (water and sanitation) projects
- Collaboration with local schools and education authorities
- Increased visibility through field presence and project delivery
- Strengthened internal systems for program management
Our reputation as a reliable and community-rooted organization began to grow.
2013–2016
Strengthening Systems, Scaling Impact
This phase marked a shift toward institutional strengthening and program scale-up. We improved our operational capacity and broadened our interventions to respond to both acute emergencies and long-term development needs. Key achievements included:
- Formal registration with key coordination platforms, including the Somali NGO Consortium
- Launch of integrated relief and development initiatives
- Enhanced monitoring and reporting systems
- Opening of our liaison office in Nairobi to build partnerships
We became a stronger, more agile organization—ready to meet growing demands.
2017–2021
Deepening Community Engagement
During this period, Juba Foundation deepened its ties with local communities and institutions. Our focus expanded beyond service delivery to include capacity-building, local empowerment, and advocacy. Notable developments:
- Empowerment of local institutions through training and partnerships
- Promotion of gender equity and youth inclusion
- Increased participation in national-level humanitarian coordination
- Stronger communication and reporting to donors and stakeholders
We strengthened our community-based approach, ensuring that local voices shaped the solutions.
2022–2025
Leading with Purpose
As we approach our third decade of service, Juba Foundation is focused on innovation, resilience, and sustainability. We continue to evolve in response to changing needs, while staying true to our values. Our recent efforts include:
- Integrating digital tools for program monitoring and communication
- Enhancing transparency and organizational accountability
- Strengthening advocacy and policy engagement
- Investing in local leadership and youth-driven initiatives
