The People Behind CUSI

Our experts power our work, offering the analytical depth and real-world experience that guide better urban decisions.

The People Behind CUSI

Our experts power our work, offering the analytical depth and real-world experience that guide better urban decisions.

Our Team

Subban Jama

Executive Director

Emily builds strong relationships with regional partners, fostering collaboration to support our shared mission and amplify community voices

Subban Jama

Executive Director

Emily builds strong relationships with regional partners, fostering collaboration to support our shared mission and amplify community voices

Subban Jama

Executive Director

Emily builds strong relationships with regional partners, fostering collaboration to support our shared mission and amplify community voices

Siciid Shire

Chief Urban Planner & Senior Fellow

Sarah develops initiatives that empower young people through education, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities

Siciid Shire

Chief Urban Planner & Senior Fellow

Sarah develops initiatives that empower young people through education, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities

Siciid Shire

Chief Urban Planner & Senior Fellow

Sarah develops initiatives that empower young people through education, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities

Sagal Abas Bafo

Senior Fellow, Urban Recovery & Inclusion

Michael leads efforts to connect with local communities, ensuring our programs meet their needs and provide lasting impact.

Sagal Abas Bafo

Senior Fellow, Urban Recovery & Inclusion

Michael leads efforts to connect with local communities, ensuring our programs meet their needs and provide lasting impact.

Sagal Abas Bafo

Senior Fellow, Urban Recovery & Inclusion

Michael leads efforts to connect with local communities, ensuring our programs meet their needs and provide lasting impact.

Yasin Jama

Senior Fellow, Urban Technology & Systems

David drives sustainability campaigns and conservation projects, helping communities embrace eco-friendly practices for a greener future.

Yasin Jama

Senior Fellow, Urban Technology & Systems

David drives sustainability campaigns and conservation projects, helping communities embrace eco-friendly practices for a greener future.

Yasin Jama

Senior Fellow, Urban Technology & Systems

David drives sustainability campaigns and conservation projects, helping communities embrace eco-friendly practices for a greener future.

Abdullahi Abdulle

Senior Fellow for Urban Access and Inclusive Governance

Olivia manages our volunteer onboarding and training efforts, ensuring all new members are prepared and supported to make an impact

Abdullahi Abdulle

Senior Fellow for Urban Access and Inclusive Governance

Olivia manages our volunteer onboarding and training efforts, ensuring all new members are prepared and supported to make an impact

Abdullahi Abdulle

Senior Fellow for Urban Access and Inclusive Governance

Olivia manages our volunteer onboarding and training efforts, ensuring all new members are prepared and supported to make an impact

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Join Us Today

Join our growing network of urban planners, researchers, technologists, and community leaders who are reimagining how Somali cities can grow.

Be Part of Shaping Somali Cities

Join our growing network of urban planners, researchers, technologists, and community leaders who are reimagining how Somali cities can grow.

Join Us Today