About Us
Asal is a leading professional services firm, led and majority-owned by Somali women with a primary focus on strengthening public governance, developing markets, supporting uptake of research & learning, and locally led climate action.
At Asal, we acknowledge the urgent climate challenges facing the Horn of Africa. In this service area, our goal is to create sustainable solutions for environmental and climate issues. This involves efforts to mitigate climate change's impact, adapt to its effects, and enhance resilience in local communities and ecosystems.
About Us
Asal is a leading professional services firm, with a primary focus on strengthening public governance, developing markets, supporting uptake of research & learning, and locally led climate action.
Established in 2016 under the visionary leadership of experienced Somali women in the development sector, Asal has a distinguished history of providing technical assistance, rapidly assembling teams of subject matter experts, and delivering evidence-based solutions to address some of the most complex and urgent development challenges of our time.
In the ever-changing regional landscape, Asal has emerged as a leading firm, at the forefront of global and regional trends. By adhering to international standards and possessing a nuanced understanding of local expertise, we empower our public and private sector clients to establish robust foundations for sustainable and high-impact transformations. Our deep understanding of the cultural, political, and structural complexities characterizing post-civil war regions enables us to provide customized solutions that resonate effectively within the local context.
At Asal, our fundamental philosophy centers on the fusion of access, knowledge, and expertise, ensuring that these elements are at the core of all our services. We serve as a hub for an exceptional group of talented professionals who leverage their personal, professional, and community experiences to ensure the delivery of top-tier services to our target markets. We take great pride in this blending of personal engagement and expertise, as it forms the foundation of every service we provide.