The Human Development Report for Somalia highlights the country's stark contrasts and the need for a new vision of an inclusive society that empowers all people, particularly the youth. This requires quality education, decent jobs, and community-led poverty reduction and peacebuilding strategies. Gender inequality is alarmingly high, and there are very few proven youth-focused projects. The report calls for a solid foundation of democracy, transparency, accountability, and institutional reforms to reduce disparities and the potential for conflict. The national youth policy framework must be well integrated into the national development strategy and translated into action.