- Support youth in undertaking their own development: SOYEP aims to provide the necessary support and resources for young people to take charge of their own personal and professional growth.
- Unite and empower young people socially and economically: The organization seeks to foster unity among youth and empower them by creating opportunities for social and economic advancement.
- Improve youth creativity and access to transformative information: SOYEP aims to enhance the creative abilities of young people and provide them with access to information that can facilitate positive transformation in their lives.
- Create an environment for youth participation in policy-making: SOYEP strives to establish a conducive environment where young people can actively participate in the decision-making processes related to the country’s policies.
- Improve livelihoods of impoverished families through sustainable production: The organization works towards enhancing the livelihoods of families living in poverty by promoting sustainable production methods and income-generating activities.
- Promote girls’ education: SOYEP places importance on promoting and advocating for the education of young girls, aiming to address gender disparities in education.
- Participate in rural education campaigns through community elders: SOYEP collaborates with traditional community elders to engage in campaigns that promote education in rural areas.
- Promote youth awareness and well-being: SOYEP focuses on raising awareness among youth and working towards their overall well-being. This includes addressing issues related to gender equality, youth rights, poverty alleviation, hunger, abuse, and violence. The organization achieves this through economic opportunities, life skills development, promoting healthy lifestyles, and organizing events such as sports, drama acting, debates, and trainings.
- Conduct and encourage research on youth-related issues: SOYEP emphasizes the importance of research to better understand and address the challenges and needs of youth.
- Promote environmental awareness, preservation, and agricultural development: SOYEP advocates for environmental awareness, preservation of natural resources, and sustainable agricultural practices among young people.
- Establish youth empowerment and training centers: SOYEP aims to establish shared forum facilities that serve as centers for youth empowerment and training. These centers provide opportunities for youth and community groups to connect, share thoughts, exchange advice and experiences.
- Prevent youth involvement in risky activities: SOYEP endeavors to prevent youth from engaging in adventure trips and other potentially dangerous activities.
- Mobilize youth against criminal acts: The organization seeks to mobilize youth in the fight against criminal acts such as terrorism, piracy, and joining clan militias, promoting peace and security.
- Provide advocacy and leadership courses to youth: SOYEP offers advocacy and leadership training courses to empower young people with the necessary skills to advocate for their rights and take on leadership roles.
- Strengthen integration among Somali youth: SOYEP works towards enhancing unity and integration among youth in Somalia, fostering a sense of common identity and purpose.