About Nikon Institute
The NIKON Institute (NI) is a Somalia-based research, learning, and development organization committed to bridging the gap between policy, evidence, and action to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across Somalia and the Horn of Africa. NI work with development innovators, researchers, practitioners, policy-makers, service users, and donors by strengthening human capacity through training, research, and knowledge sharing.
We anchor our research model to the “tripartite approach to development”, where we work with the academia, development sector, and local communities. As a learning and evidence making organization, NIKON promotes Equitable Research (EI) and Partnerships especially in Somalia and Horn of Africa so as to inform the humanitarian and development programming aligned to the 17 areas of Sustainable Development Goal.
Our Vission
We envision a Horn Africa where inclusive, timely, and reliable data drives sustainable development and empowers informed decision-making at all levels
Our Mission
Our mission is to generate and use quality data and research to inform policy, strengthen practice, and advance sustainable development across Somalia and the Horn of Africa
Core Values
Accountability
We conduct research with transparency and responsibility, prioritizing trust, ethical standards, and meaningful engagement with communities.
Inclussion
We design and conduct research that is participatory and respectful, ensuring that marginalized and local communities are actively involved and their knowledge is valued.
Collaboration
We work in partnership with researchers, communities, and stakeholders, fostering shared learning and co-creation to strengthen the relevance and impact of our work
Integrity
We conduct our work with honesty and respect, safeguarding the dignity, rights, and knowledge of the communities we engage.
Excellence
We pursue quality and innovation in our work, ensuring our research delivers meaningful, practical, and sustainable impact for communities.