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Beyond the Map: How Geospatial Data is Building Flood Resilience in Somalia

The Mandate for Data: Accurate, georeferenced data is the non-negotiable first step in all high-impact climate adaptation and infrastructure projects in fragile regions. In Somalia, where recurrent shocks like drought and flooding threaten millions of livelihoods , HESS translates raw data into durable engineering solutions that turn vulnerability into lasting resilience. Our scientific backbone ensures that

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Addressing Inequalities in Global Oral Health Systems 1

Dr. Saido Gedi Oral health inequalities remain a major challenge across global healthcare systems. Vulnerable populations, including low-income communities and underserved regions, often face limited access to oral healthcare services, leading to higher disease prevalence and poorer outcomes. These disparities are driven by factors such as socioeconomic conditions, lack of healthcare infrastructure, and limited policy

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Improving Oral Health Among Schoolchildren in Mogadishu, Somalia

Background Oral diseases, particularly dental caries, remain a major but preventable public health issue among children in low-resource settings. A school-based oral health screening conducted School in Mogadishu assessed 102 children using WHO standardized tools. The findings reveal a moderate but largely untreated burden of dental caries, reflecting systemic gaps in prevention, access to care,

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