Sumaya Muhumed Ahmed is an economics graduate and emerging researcher with a strong focus on policy-oriented research and evidence-based analysis. Her interests include public policy, governance, and socio-economic issues affecting communities in Somalia and the wider Horn of Africa. She has experience collaborating with institutions engaged in policy research, civic dialogue, and social development, developing skills in research support, analytical writing, and critical thinking. Sumaya is committed to producing research that reflects local realities and informs inclusive policy-making.