“State-Society Dialogue” is an innotive solution to link government, civil society organizations, and local community in order to harmoniously collaborate together in building lasting peace. This initiative creates sustainable institutions and mechanisms for engaging citizens in democracy building and education processes in Puntland, Somalia.

Trust, or the absent of it, is the cause of the prolonged conflict and the delay of any progress in Puntland and Somalia as a whole. The Government claims that it doesn’t get respect from its society. Civil society doesn’t trust the government, and all expressed clan loyalty still exist and prevents electing qualified presidents and the reinforcement of the law. The mistrust of government was present in Somali history, and the clan loyalty affects the relative stability and the development of Puntland and Somalia.  Communication is a crucial tool in obtaining democracy, civic education, and good governance. It is key to understand problems and find solutions to make any changes. Good governance requires participation, transparency, and accountability. It is equitable and inclusive, efficient and effective in managing resources and promoting the rule of law. Government, civil society, private actors, and religious leaders are all critical contributors in obtaining good governance. Because all of these parties are crucial entities, a major objective of Democratic Engagement and Management of Somalia is the strengthening the linkage between civil society organizations and government of Puntland.