Researchers in the field

About Dadaab Response Association

Locally-led research for lasting impact in refugee and host communities.

Mission & Vision

Our Mission

To empower refugees and host‐community researchers to co‐design, implement, and translate data‐driven solutions for sustainable development.

Our Vision

A peaceful, inclusive community where local voices lead policy and practice in humanitarian settings.

Our Story

  • 2020

    Founded by BHER Graduates

  • 2021

    First LERRN Working Paper Published

  • 2022

    20+ Reports on Education & Livelihoods

  • 2023

    Partnered with UNHCR on Climate Study

  • 2024

    40% Female Research Leads

Our Core Values

Local Ownership

Communities lead research design and implementation.

Gender Equity

Women represent at least 40% of our research leads.

Data Integrity

Rigorous methods ensure actionable, trustworthy insights.

Meet the Team

Okello Mark Oyat

Okello Mark Oyat

The Project Director

Sahra Mohamed

Sahra Mohamed

Co-Director

Ochan Robert Leomoi

Ochan Robert Leomoi

Administration and Research Manager

Arte Saman Dagane

Arte Saman Dagane

Co-Founder

Isnina Ali Issack

Isnina Ali Issack

Gender and Development officer

Ikra Abdiaden Mahat

Ikra Abdiaden Mahat

Co-Gender and Development officer

Abdikadir Bare Abikar

Abdikadir Bare Abikar

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Okidi John Baptist

Okidi John Baptist

Co-Information and Communication Manager

Fatuma Bashir Maalim

Fatuma Bashir Maalim

Finance Manager

Impact by Numbers

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Reports Published
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Female Researchers
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Camps Engaged

What People Are Saying

DRA’s participatory surveys gave our community a real voice in policy discussions.

Amina Hussein, Kakuma Camp Leader

Amina Hussein, Kakuma Camp Leader

Community Representative

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