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About Us


The Somali Publishers Association (SPA) was founded to address the challenges faced by Somalia's education sector, particularly in the aftermath of the civil war that devastated educational infrastructure and disrupted formal schooling. With recent progress towards peace, SPA supports educational reform by producing culturally relevant learning materials, contributing to the establishment of a standardized national curriculum that ensures quality learning for all children.
SPA is dedicated to advancing the publishing industry and promoting literacy by supporting publishers, authors, and stakeholders. It offers training, professional development, and advocacy for members' interests at various levels, ensuring the production of high-quality educational resources and strengthening intellectual property rights. The association also encourages collaboration among book producers and supports initiatives to improve textbook availability and literacy programs nationwide.

Mission


To promote a vibrant publishing ecosystem that nurtures Somali literature empowers authors, supports publishers, and enhances reading culture through collaboration and innovation.

Vision


To be the leading force in Somali publishing, ensuring diverse voices are heard and accessible literature flourishes, thereby contributing to Somalia's cultural and intellectual growth and its diaspora.


Core Values


RESOURCE HUB


The Resources Hub serves as a comprehensive repository for members, providing access to valuable materials, including:

SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE


The Sustainability Committee is dedicated to promoting environmentally responsible practices within the publishing industry. It focuses on:

PUBLISHING


The SPA supports all facets of publishing, including:

MEMBERS


The Somali Publishers Association membership is open to publishers, authors, editors, and anyone engaged in the publishing process. Member benefits include:

OUR MEMBERS

Copyright Information


The SPA advocates for the protection of intellectual property rights and helps members understand their copyright obligations. We provide resources about:

FREELANCERS


Freelancers play a crucial role in the publishing industry, and the SPA facilitates connections between freelancers and publishers. We provide:

SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING


Committed to empowering our members, the SPA offers various skill development programs, including:

Activities the association wants to carry out


1. Capacity Building

2. Promote literacy and reading culture

3. Publishing Industry Standards

4. Cultural Preservation

5. Advocacy and policy engagement

6. Capacity for conflict recovery

7. Youth Engagement

8. Professional Networking

9. Empowering local authors

10. Showcase success stories

Somalia Publishers Association Profile

View or download our comprehensive profile document to learn more about our mission, activities, and impact.


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