1.Rapid Gender Analysis – CARE Somalia

Rapid Gender Analysis

Project Snapshot

Client: UNICEF
Location: Somalia
Implementation Period: 01/2025–02/2025
Status: Completed
Sector: Gender & Protection
Project Type: Rapid Gender Analysis
Target Groups:
Women, men, girls, boys, and humanitarian stakeholders

Evaluation Objectives

1. Analyze gender roles, responsibilities, and decision-making dynamics
2. Identify gender-specific needs, risks, and vulnerabilities
3. Inform gender-responsive humanitarian program design
4. Strengthen protection mainstreaming across sectors

Background & Rationale

Humanitarian crises in Somalia have disproportionate impacts on women, men, girls, and boys due to existing gender inequalities and protection risks. Understanding these dynamics is essential to ensure that humanitarian responses are inclusive, safe, and effective. A Rapid Gender Analysis was conducted to generate timely evidence on gender roles, vulnerabilities, and access to services to inform gender-responsive programming.

Scope of Work

1. Conducted desk review of humanitarian and gender-related documentation
2. Designed gender analysis tools and data collection framework
3. Collected qualitative data through KIIs and FGDs
4. Analyzed gender-disaggregated findings
5. Prepared the Rapid Gender Analysis report and recommendations

Methodology & Approach

A qualitative and participatory methodology was applied, combining desk review with Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) involving women, men, girls, and boys. Ethical safeguards, informed consent, and protection principles guided all stages of data collection and analysis.

Key Outputs & Deliverables

6. Key Outputs & Deliverables
1. Comprehensive service mapping report
2. Referral pathways framework and service directory
3. Gap analysis and actionable recommendations

Key Findings & Results

1. Improved understanding of available child protection services
2. Identification of critical gaps in service coverage and coordination
3. Strengthened referral pathways for children outside family care
4. Evidence supported improved service integration and coordination

Beneficiaries & Stakeholders

Stakeholders
1. Children outside family care
2. Child protection service providers and social workers
3. UNICEF and implementing partners
4. Government child protection institutions

Geographic Coverage
The assessment covered selected regions and service hubs across Somalia.