Shaqo Platform, meaning work in Somali, is a brand dedicated to creating job opportunities and enriching the lives of Somali youth. Established in 2021 by Iftiin Foundation, PDRC, City University of Mogadishu, and YEEL with support from the Dutch government, Shaqo Platform aims to eradicate extreme youth unemployment in the Somali peninsula. Shaqo Platform offers vocational training and skills-building programs aligned with market needs, equipping youth with relevant expertise to meet today's job market demands.

They also foster job creation in key sectors such as green economy, blue economy, service jobs, and digital jobs, connecting trained youth with these opportunities for secure livelihoods. Moreover, Shaqo Platform provides mental health support through counseling and access to skilled professionals, aiming to combat stigma and promote individual and collective healing within conflict-affected communities. They also facilitate financial access and support for microenterprises by providing loans, seed funding, and credit access, enabling these businesses to thrive and create additional job opportunities.

Through community engagement, capacity building, and cross-sector collaboration, Shaqo Platform promotes inclusive economic opportunities, while their commitment to a localized and evidence-driven approach allows them to better understand and respond to the complexity of youth unemployment. Their ultimate vision is a Somali peninsula free from poverty and inequality, where every young person can fulfill their potential