PDF History

Puntland Diaspora Forum is a grassroots organisation of which intent is to assemble Diaspora resources with operational local chapters cum zenith leadership. Founded in Garowe in August, 2008, the forum has many chapters around the world.    

The core vision of PDF, deeply rooted in the organization's firm belief that Diaspora Puntlanders can make significant contributions to Puntland, (Somalia), is to develop effective modes—through programs, policies, and advocacy—for Puntlanders abroad to harness their talents, expertise, and resources for Puntland's development and nation building.   PDF believes that this overriding framework and philosophy resonates with every Puntlander man, woman, and organization abroad and sets the foundation for a profound opportunity to unite, collaborate, and effect needed change in our Homeland and beyond