Join Somali presidential candidate Nuradin Aden Dirie for a timely conversation on The Horn of Africa & Global Security – Why Somalia Matters to the World. This program is free and open to the public, registration required. Register here.
Mr. Dirie will discuss the intersection of peacebuilding, governance, and international security in one of the world’s most strategically significant regions, and reflect on Somalia’s pivotal role in advancing stability, connectivity, and opportunity across Africa and beyond.
The event will include a 30-minute talk by Mr. Dirie, followed by a Q & A session moderated by Arshad Mohammed, Senior Fellow at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs.
About Nuradin Aden Dirie
Nuradin Aden Dirie is a Somali presidential candidate with over 30 years of experience in peacebuilding, governance reform, and institution-building. He has served with the United Nations, the European Institute of Peace, and Somali state institutions, advancing initiatives that strengthen national cohesion, rule of law, and regional stability in the Horn of Africa.
As a 2026 presidential candidate, Mr. Dirie champions a stable, unified Somalia that serves as a cornerstone for global security and regional prosperity. His lifelong work centers on empowering communities, fostering dialogue, and building institutions that uphold dignity and accountability in fragile contexts.
About the Humphrey School of Public Affairs
The Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota inspires, educates, and supports leaders dedicated to advancing the common good in a diverse world. Through research, teaching, and community engagement, the School addresses some of society’s most pressing challenges—from global security and human rights to climate change and governance.
Location
Humphrey School, Wilkins Room 215
This program is free and open to the public, registration required. Register here.
Presented in partnership with the Humphrey School of Public Affairs and Global Minnesota.