Biography:
Ahmed N is a doctoral researcher at the University of Glasgow and academic dedicated to decolonizing Somali studies through community-driven scholarship. As the founder of Somaliland's first School of Social Work and co-founder of Maandeeq University, he is committed to advancing locally grounded knowledge and fostering intellectual leadership. His doctoral research critically examines traditional maternal and childbirth practices among pastoral nomadic communities, addressing barriers to healthcare access and advocating for culturally responsive health interventions. Ahmed’s work contributes to the development of context-specific approaches that bridge indigenous knowledge with modern healthcare systems.
Title : Traditional maternal health and childbirth practices among pastoral nomadic communities in Somaliland