This project capitalizes on the successes of Midnimo I and builds on momentum for state/district expansion of authority and accountability to address challenges of conflict, displacement and community cohesion through government-led but community-driven solutions, improvement in livelihoods and local economy informed by gender-differentiated baseline. By targeting underserved states at a critical time supports Somalia's transition to a peaceful and stable country building on the positive developments and gains made in the local political and social contexts for real change, with credible government actors at the fore.