Dr Abdulrazaq Yusuf Ahmed

The 2024 Annual Performance Report of Demartino Public Hospital provides an in-depth review of our accomplishments, challenges, and ongoing contributions to Somalia’s healthcare landscape. As the Director General of this historic institution, I am honored to share our journey toward excellence in health service delivery. This report not only highlights our achievements but also underscores our commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and service to the Somali people. Demartino Public Hospital: A Legacy of Service Founded in 1922 by Italian colonialists, Demartino Public Hospital has evolved into the largest and most comprehensive healthcare facility in Somalia. Originally named after Italian Governor Demartino, the hospital has transformed from a colonial institution into a cornerstone of Somalia’s public healthcare system. Following extensive damage during the civil war, its reopening in December 2016 under President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud marked a historic milestone in national healthcare restoration . Vision and Mission Demartino Hospital is committed to revolutionizing healthcare delivery in Somalia by providing compassionate, patient-centered services. Our vision encompasses not only curative care but also preventive, diagnostic, and rehabilitative services, leveraging cutting-edge technology and fostering collaboration within the healthcare community. This commitment ensures that every Somali, regardless of socio-economic status, has access to quality healthcare . Key Milestones and Achievements Over the past year, the hospital has continued to expand its services, manage public health emergencies, and strengthen its position as a teaching hospital. These achievements reflect the unwavering dedication of our 380-strong team of healthcare professionals who uphold the highest standards of care and innovation. The hospital’s integration of modern technologies and strategic partnerships has significantly enhanced service delivery, ensuring improved outcomes for patients across the country . Strategic Focus for 2024 As we advance into the new year, our strategic priorities include enhancing infrastructure, expanding capacity, and deepening collaborations with local and international partners. We aim to address systemic challenges such as resource shortages and operational inefficiencies while maintaining our focus on patient-centered care and community engagement. This report is a testament to the resilience and dedication of the Demartino family, from our staff and partners to the patients we serve. Together, we are shaping a brighter future for healthcare in Somalia, one that ensures dignity, equity, and excellence for all. Please read the full report here linkedin.com/posts/demartin…

New publication: Patterns and Determinants of Opioid and Narcotic Use Among Youth in Mogadishu, Somalia: A Mixed-Methods Study published @tandfonline Our study sheds light on a pressing public health concern that affects vulnerable youth. Find it at: doi.org/10.1080/tandf_…

Dr. Ali Hajji Adam, Minister of Health of the Federal Republic of Somalia, spoke at “Navigating Disruptions to Global Health Financing” at #DohaForum25.

In a fast-paced, isolating world, we must remember our humanity. We're not alone; we're part of a greater fabric. Acts of kindness and connection seeing others' remembering reaffirms we're meant to live together. Find the full article 👇 drjalaaludiin.com/humanity-and-t…

المعلّم في الوجدان الصومالي. "هيبةُ رسالةٍ وضياءُ حياةٍ" المعلم هو رائد المجتمع، وحامل همّ الحاضر وباني ملامح المستقبل. لا يكتفي بأن يلقّن العلوم، بل يهب تلاميذه أدوات التفكير الرشيد، ويغرس فيهم روح الاجتهاد، المقال في drjalaaludiin.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d…

The article “Beyond Survival: A Somali Vision for Mental Health” authored by Dr. Abdulrazaq Yusuf Ahmed (Dr. Jalaaludiin) stands as a seminal work at the intersection of public health, social reform, and national healing. It presents a profoundly insightful exploration of Somalia’s mental health landscape tracing its historical neglect, cultural complexity, and the nascent momentum toward reform while articulating a compelling vision that redefines mental health as a pillar of nation-building rather than a peripheral concern. Beyond Survival is a clear, compassionate and evidence-driven policy-practitioner essay by Dr. Abdulrazaq Yusuf Ahmed (Dr. Jalaaludiin) that reframes mental health in Somalia from an afterthought to a central pillar of nation-building. The piece synthesizes local data, WHO findings, and Somali lived experience to show that the mental-health crisis is not merely clinical but social, cultural, and developmental — with roughly one third of the population affected and service densities (e.g., ~0.5 psychiatric beds/100,000; extremely low psychiatrist and workforce ratios) that place Somalia among the most under-served contexts in the world. The article moves deftly between three levels of argument. First, it documents the scale and human cost of untreated distress — delayed help-seeking, widespread reliance on traditional healers, and human-rights abuses such as chaining and confinement. Second, it interrogates cultural meanings and language (murugo, qalbi jab, waalli) to argue that effective care must be culturally attuned and rights-based rather than purely biomedical. Third, it offers pragmatic, evidence-based pathways: national mhGAP scale-up, task-sharing with trained frontline workers, QualityRights–guided institutional reform, community integration (Chain Free Initiative), and multisectoral strategies that embed mental health across education, justice and social protection. Why this matters: the paper reframes mental health as an investment in Somalia’s human capital and stability rather than a discretionary health program. By tying mental-health reform to education, employment, and governance, the essay turns clinical statistics into a development narrative: a mentally healthier population multiplies returns across schooling, productivity and civic life. The author’s combination of data, field stories, and program examples creates a strong case for policymakers, donors, health planners and civil society to move beyond pilot projects and toward sustained, nationally-owned systems change. My research is available on @ResearchGate: researchgate.net/publication/39…

The Courage to Stand Alone ; Lessons from Sheep Will Never Rule the World A personal reflection on Catherine Wijnberg’s compelling call to take real action ✍️: Dr. Abdulrazaq Yusuf Ahmed DrJalaaludiin Yusuf Ahmed Leadership begins in solitude not the loneliness of isolation, but the quiet defiance of conviction. Sheep Will Never Rule the World reminds us that real progress rarely emerges from collective hesitation; it begins with individuals who dare to think differently, act decisively, and hold fast to purpose when conformity feels safer. Catherine Wijnberg’s work is more than a book , it is a mirror that asks whether we are leading from courage or convenience, It echoes a timeless truth: leadership is not granted by position or title, but earned through integrity, authenticity, and the willingness to take the first step into uncertainty. In my own leadership journey, from directing a national referral hospital through crisis to guiding policy and human resource reform at the Ministry of Health, I have learned that leadership is rarely a matter of comfort or consensus. Decisions that shape institutions and lives often demand solitude: the courage to stand by a conviction before others recognize its worth. During Somalia’s most challenging public health emergencies, from pandemic response to rebuilding fragile systems, progress depended less on perfect plans and more on imperfect action grounded in principle. Wijnberg’s argument resonates deeply: hesitation disguised as caution can paralyze change, while authenticity, even when contested, moves the system forward. What separates genuine leadership from mere management is moral clarity. The temptation to conform, seek approval, or wait for “the right time” is ever-present, especially in bureaucratic systems where inertia masquerades as stability. Yet timing is not destiny conviction is. True leadership is measured not by popularity, but by persistence; not by applause, but by alignment with purpose. I have seen this truth in action in young professionals who challenge outdated norms, in health workers who innovate despite limited resources, and in communities that rebuild trust after decades of fragility. Equally transformative is Wijnberg’s redefinition of wealth the insight that a leader’s greatest assets are not financial but relational and intellectual: credibility, empathy, and the courage to learn publicly, Where resources are scarce, these intangible forms of capital become the currency of transformation. They build the trust that sustains partnerships, the innovation that fuels systems, and the resilience that allows institutions to rise after each setback. Perhaps most importantly, Wijnberg reframes failure not as defeat but as feedback. Every misstep in leadership , a misjudged strategy, a policy delayed, a project misunderstood , is an opportunity to learn, refine, and adapt. In my experience, the moments of greatest discomfort have often been crucibles of growth. Leadership is not a path of certainty, but of continuous self correction, guided by humility and hope. As I reflect on Wijnberg’s message, I’m reminded that the most transformative leadership is not about commanding the crowd but empowering others to find their own voices. Standing alone, then, becomes an act of service , the first light that guides others through doubt and inertia. In decisions that demand courage, authenticity, and compassion, we act not because it is easy, but because it is right. Sheep Will Never Rule the World is a clear summons: live truthfully, build purposefully, and move first when the world needs example more than applause. “Rather than waiting for ideal circumstances, demonstrate leadership through courage, purpose, and integrity, and inspire others to follow your example”

Hope, dignity & resilience matter as much as skills. Proud to share the revised version of my research on Somali youth, radicalization & migration in ASSM. Grateful for your feedback & encouragement! 🔗 hspublishing.org/ASSM/article/v…

In a nation where fragile health systems struggle under the weight of immense challenges, true leadership emerges as more than a title it becomes a lifeline . This is a journey of resilience, of innovation, and of human-centered governance. It is a story of determination and solidarity, where building awareness and strengthening the foundations of healthcare became the compass for survival. The COVID-19 response is just one chapter. Beyond the pandemic, it reveals how visionary leadership can turn the darkest crises into new opportunities for hope and progress. This film shines a light on powerful lessons in health leadership, crisis management, and system reform lessons that inspire. It carries with it the promise that, even in the most fragile contexts, communities can rise stronger, more resilient, and better prepared to withstand the storms of future epidemics.

We have an exceptional team of dedicated staff who make remarkable sacrifices. I am honored to lead a group of elite professionals who consistently achieve the impossible with their outstanding performance. Although facing limited resources and minimal assistance, this Hospital @DemartinoPublic stands as the ultimate option for individuals requiring medical attention and a secure refuge for complex and severe medical conditions. This can be attributed to the high standard of professional expertise, the unwavering commitment of its personnel, and a healthcare system centered around prioritizing the well-being of the public and providing optimal care for patients prior to addressing their illnesses. I am committed to ensuring that our children receive the essential healthcare and protection they need. We strive to provide them with the best possible care and safety. May God grant us success in this endeavor.

Urgent Epidemiological Alert Report: Unprecedented Diphtheria Surge in Mogadishu sonna.so/en/urgent-epid… via @SONNALIVE

Very proud to officially join AMCOA — the Association of Medical Councils of Africa. We remain committed to developing and improving health regulation and standards in Somalia through collaboration and regional partnership. 🇸🇴 #HealthRegulation #AfricaHealth.

Waxay ii tahay muunad iyo sharaf inaan halkaan idinkula wadaago WARBIXINTA QIIMAYNTA DARYEELKA ISBITAALKA BIXIYAY 2023-2024 iyo kharash ahaan waxa ku kici lahaa ! 𝗕𝘂𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝘂𝘅𝘂𝘂 𝗸𝗮 𝘄𝗮𝗿 𝗯𝗶𝘅𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘆𝗮 𝗞𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗸𝗮 𝗶𝘆𝗼 𝗾𝗶𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗴𝗮 𝗺𝗮𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘆𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗲𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝗿𝘆𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗯𝗶𝘅𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝗮𝗳𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗮𝗱 ee isbitaalka Demartino ee sanadaha 2023-2024 , qiimeen dhaqaalaha ku kaca marka loo eego daryeelka iyo nooca adeeg ee la bixiyay Dukumentigan waxa uu soo bandhigayaa falanqayn dhammaystiran oo ku saabsan kharashaadka howlgallada iyo isticmaalka adeegyada ee Isbitaalka Dadweynaha ee De Martino intii u dhaxaysay 2023–2024. Ujeedka ugu wayn ee buugaan loo soo saaray ayaa in si cilmiyaysan loo soo saaro isku dheellitirka tirada adeegyada la qabtay, kadibna lagu saleeyo dhisida qaab-dhismeed dhaqaale oo adkeysi leh oo ka tarjumaya qiimaha guud ee Ku dhaqaale ahaan ku kacay iyo maaliyada la isticmaalay, iyo xisaabinta qiyaasaha qiimaha ee adeegyada ugu muhiimsan ee ka hirgalayay qaybaha kala duwan ee isbitaalka Qaab-dhismeedka habraaca warbixintu waxa uu ku tiirsan yahay habab caalami ah oo la asteeyay, waxaa loo raacay wadiiqooyinka iyo tubaha cilmiyaysan ee xog kaydinta iyo war bixinada wax qabadka isbitaalka iyo document ga soo kala baxay 2023 -2024 iyo warbixinno la xaqiijiyey oo ku saabsan shaqaalaha, sahayda, iyo kharashaadka soo galay "Bandhiga xaqiiqada ah ee warbixinta ayaa ka dgalatay in kaliya la tififitiray waliba si hufan ee xogta aasaasiga ah ee isbitaalka iyo kan wasaarafa caafimaadka taas oo la kaydiyo kadibna waxaa la raacay nidaamka qiimeenta hannaan kharashka adeegyada ku baxa ee isku-dhafan oo ay dajisay Hay'adda Caafimaadka Adduunka (WHO). warbixintu waa mid cilmiyeeysan oo diirada saaray kharashka ku kaca adeegyada caafimaad iyo dadaalka uu bixiyay isbitaalka demartino oo u baajiyay dadwaynaha , dowlada iyo bulshada dhaqaalo badan oo lagu qabtay si mutadawacnimo ah Waxaan u mahadcelinayaaa , Maamulka isbitaalka demartino gaar ahaan waaxda maamulka iyo saanada , khubarada iyo aqoonyahanka dhaqaale , la taliyayaasha iyo tififitatayaasha buugaan oo isugu jiray Khubaro soomaliyeed iyo asxaab caalami ah Ka la dag buugga link gaab hoose martino.gov.so/downloads/

It is with great pleasure that I announce the publication of my recent article, "Building Resilient One Health Systems: Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic and Implications for Somalia," in the Science Journal of Public Health. This study offers a comprehensive analysis of the critical lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and their direct implications for strengthening healthcare in Somalia. The main themes of the article revolve around: The One Health Approach: The paper strongly advocates for the adoption of a "One Health" framework, which recognizes the deep interconnection between human, animal, and environmental health. This integrated approach is presented as essential for preventing, detecting, and effectively responding to future health crises, many of which originate at the human-animal interface. Lessons from COVID-19: It synthesizes key takeaways from the pandemic's impact on health leadership, finance, and livelihoods globally and in Somalia. The study highlights how the pandemic exposed significant vulnerabilities in global health equity and the specific, compounded challenges faced by fragile, conflict-affected nations like ours. Somalia-Specific Analysis: The article provides a detailed situation analysis of the COVID-19 experience in Somalia, noting the profound challenges posed by a healthcare system weakened by decades of conflict, political fragmentation, and pre-existing humanitarian crises. However, it also identifies strategic opportunities that emerged, such as renewed engagement with international financial institutions and the potential for greater national cooperation in aid distribution. Post-Pandemic Improvements and Future Resilience: The study documents tangible improvements made to Somalia’s health system in the wake of the pandemic, including strengthening disease surveillance through the establishment of the National Institute of Health (NIH), upgrading healthcare infrastructure like ICUs and oxygen plants at major hospitals, and investing in the healthcare workforce. Impact on Somalia's Healthcare System: The findings and recommendations of this study are intended to have a direct and lasting impact on Somalia's healthcare system. By embracing the One Health model, we can move from a reactive to a proactive stance on public health. The key impacts include: Enhanced Disease Surveillance: The paper calls for investing in integrated surveillance systems that monitor health threats across human and animal populations, enabling earlier detection and response to potential outbreaks like Rift Valley Fever or other zoonotic diseases relevant to Somalia. Strengthened Infrastructure and Capacity: The study underscores the critical need for continued investment in our foundational healthcare infrastructure—from well-equipped hospitals in Mogadishu to primary care in rural areas—and in our invaluable healthcare professionals. This is the backbone of any resilient system. Improved Collaboration and Governance: It provides a roadmap for establishing formal platforms for inter-sectoral collaboration between health, agriculture, and environmental sectors, breaking down silos to foster joint planning and response. Greater Community Engagement: A central theme is the importance of building trust and empowering communities through transparent communication and meaningful engagement in health decision-making. This is vital for the success and sustainability of any public health initiative in our unique context. This paper concludes with prioritized, actionable recommendations tailored for Somalia. My hope is that this research will serve as a valuable resource for policymakers, healthcare professionals, international partners, and all stakeholders committed to building a more resilient, equitable, and secure health future for our nation. I invite you all to read the full article and join the dialogue on this crucial endeavor. Please read the full article here linkedin.com/posts/drabdulr…

Bahdaaya Qooyska Aan ku abtirsado Ehelkaan wax ku ahaayoow Tolkayga dhabta ahoow, Guulaysta oo Dhabar adaygiinaa ku taaganahayee ha iga liicina 🙏 @DemartinoPublic

A momentous journey has reached a remarkable summit! I am pleased to announce to the SSBR LinkedIn Group that I have successfully fulfilled the requirements for the award of the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Healthcare Management from the Swiss School of Business Research (SSBR). This distinguished opportunity provided by SSBR has been profoundly transformative for my professional trajectory and accomplishments. Through the rigorous PhD program, I have acquired invaluable advanced skills, comprehensive knowledge, and practical experience, particularly within the critical domain of healthcare economics management. My doctoral research, culminating in the capstone project titled "Disruptive Innovation in Healthcare Delivery: A Proposal for Demartino Public Hospital," enabled me to conduct in-depth analysis and propose tangible solutions for contemporary healthcare challenges. I extend my sincere appreciation for the exceptional academic rigor and steadfast support provided by SSBR. The successful completion of modules such as Leadership/Strategic Management and Problem Solving/Decision Making, alongside the comprehensive Capstone Project, has equipped me with a robust understanding of disruptive innovation and strategic leadership within the healthcare sector. I am especially grateful for the insightful guidance and unwavering support provided by my supervisor, instructors, and professors throughout this demanding academic endeavor. Their expertise and dedication were instrumental in my success. My profound gratitude is extended to: Dr. Stephen Harrison, Chairman & Dean, whose visionary leadership and extensive academic and professional background provided invaluable mentorship. Professor Helgard Terblanche, for his profound legal and business acumen, which significantly enriched my understanding of complex organizational and economic principles. Dr. Steve Mallon, Director of Research, for his fervent commitment to fostering educational excellence and his belief in the transformative power of academic inquiry. Thank you, SSBR, for empowering me to achieve this significant academic milestone and for substantially contributing to my professional development. I am eager to leverage this advanced knowledge to further contribute to the evolution and enhancement of healthcare systems.

🐦 Twitter/X (≤280 characters) New in @EJPrevMed: Examining how patient engagement, care quality & healthcare worker conviction shape protocol implementation in Somali public hospitals. Insights on #mHealth, #Telemedicine & community networks → doi.org/10.11648/j.ejp… #GlobalHealth #Somalia sciencepg.com/article/10.116…

Reviving De Martino Public Hospital: A Roadmap to Sustainable, High-Quality Care in Times of Crisis “Sustaining Essential Healthcare in the Face of Compounding Crises” After five years of steadfast leadership at De Martino Public Hospital—a national institution entrusted to me during a time of significant uncertainty—I find myself reflecting not only on the journey of this hospital, but on the resilience of a vision tested by adversity and refined through necessity. When I assumed leadership, De Martino operated with just 20 beds, constrained by limited infrastructure, skeletal staff, and financial fragility. Today, through deliberate expansion and collective sacrifice, we have grown into a 300-bed facility, nationally recognized as the primary referral and emergency response hospital in Somalia. This transformation, however, did not occur in ideal conditions—it emerged through a crucible of persistent hardship, interrupted funding, a workforce often without contracts or formal protections, and the painful proximity of project failure. Today, De Martino stands as a cornerstone of the Somali healthcare system. It has transcended its role as a mere hospital to become a national sanctuary. It is the nation's primary tertiary referral center for the most complex medical cases, a refuge for the vulnerable, and the sole public-sector pandemic response center, which managed over 32,000 COVID-19 cases during the recent global health crisis. It is here that we provide critical care for the national army, treat the devastating injuries of war and conflict, and fulfill our national obligation to respond to the gravest health emergencies. This unfunded mandate has placed an extraordinary strain on our resources, creating a persistent disconnect between our critical responsibilities and the financial support allocated to us. This volume chronicles the rich history of De Martino Public Hospital—Somalia’s oldest and largest public medical center—and the unforgettable partnership with the Ministry of Health that has enabled its transformation into a true national referral hub. Here you will read how our hospital has stood as a sanctuary for the gravely ill, a frontline responder to every infectious outbreak, and a lifesaving resource for our national army and civilians wounded by conflict. Beyond clinical care, we have hosted ministry programs, trained future generations of nurses and clinical officers, and upheld our solemn obligation to deliver equitable, high-quality services to every Somali citizen. Within these pages, you will find not only an honest appraisal of the crises we have faced—but also practical recommendations drawn from hard-won experience. My hope is that this book serves as both a blueprint for sustainable hospital management in fragile settings and a lasting legacy for those who follow. May our story inspire others to confront challenges with courage, to innovate under pressure, and to recommit to the enduring mission of safeguarding health, even in the most trying times. Read the full article on the below LinkedIn link linkedin.com/posts/drabdulr…

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Munaasabadda Maalinta Caalamiga ah ee Kalkaaliyeyaasha Caafimaadka – 20253 Saaxiibayaal Kalkaaliyeyaasheena Qiimaha badan ee inaga mudan ee ka howlgala Isbitaalka danta guud ee Demartino, Maalinta Caalamiga ah ee Kalkaaliyeyaasha 2025, waxaan halkaan idinkula wadaagaynaa bogaadin , mahad celin balaarana , aniga oo garawsan oo sidoo kalana idiin qirsan, dalaaka, hufnaanta iyo kartida aad ku gudataan xirfaddiina , waajibaadka bukaanka iyo sida naxariista leh ee aad u daryeeshaan bukaanka. Sanadka 2025 aduunka waxa uu qaatay in kalkaaliyaasha dunida lagula dabaal dago laguna xuso Halku dhiggan oo muujinaya mudnaantiina , diirada saarayaa kaalinkaad bulshada kaga jirtaan , halku dhiggaas oo ah “Kalkaaliyayaash waa Mustaqbalka caafimaadka , Horomarinta iyo taageerada kalkaaliyaasha waxay sare u qaada tayada dadwayna, Qiimeenta kaalkaaliyaha ee heer bulsho waxay qayb ka tahay koboca iyo horomarinta, dhaqaalaha iyo qiimaha umadda Hal ku dhiganain wuxuu muujinayaa sidaad muhiim ugu tihiin , halboowlena ka tihiin tusaalana u tihiin hanaanka adkaysiga nidaamyada caafimaadka oo aadna laf dhabar u tihiin daryeel bixinada caafimaad oo dhan Shaqada aad u haysaan ummadda, xaalado adag iyo culaysyada xagga shaqo, iyo duruufaha caafimaad ee Aad ku howl gashaan waxay daliil u tahay kartidiinna, damiirkiinna, bani’aadamdiina . Waxaana anagana sii laba jibaaraynaa , aqoonsiga mudnaantaa , fidinta taageerada aad istaahishaan iyo mudnaan siinta kalkaaliyaasha , inaga oo dhowrayno shaqada kalkaaliyanimoKobcinayno xirfadaha kalkaalisanima , badqabka jireed iyo kan xissiga ee kalkaaliyaasha xilliyada adag oo aad waajibaadkiina gudanaysaan. Waxaan cod dheer ku gaarsiinaynaa Madaxda caafimaadka dalkeena iyo hay’adaha caafimaadka dunida, inaad heshaan mudnaan in sare loo qaado maalgalinta xirfada kalkaalisanimo iyo kalkaaliyeyaasha oo la garwaaqsado inaad tihiin mustaqabalka caafimaadka umada , iyo kaalinkiina udub dhexaadka ka ah hanaanka caafimaad ee dalka Mahadsanidiin dhamaan kalkaaliyeyaasha qiimaha leh ee ka howlgala Isbitaalka Guud ee Demartino. Waad mutaysateen mahadcelin joogto ah, kalkaaliyayaasheebu waa laf-dhabar waxaadna Tiir udub dhexaad ah ka tihiin hiigsiga iyo yoolka horomaraneed ee isbitaalkeena

التي تَبْحَثُ عَنْ دَليلٍ في غابَةٍ مُتَشابكةٍ. ومن هنا يَتَّضحُ لنا جَوهرُ المُشكلةِ، إنَّها ليستْ شُحًّا في المَعلوماتِ، فَقَدْ أغدَقَتْ كُنوزُ المَعرِفةِ علينا مِنْ كُلِّ حَدبٍ وصوبٍ؛ لدينا كُتُبٌ تَتكدَّسُ في رُفوفٍ، ومُحاضراتٌ تُبَثُّ عبرَ الأثيرِ، ووَسائلُ اتِّصالٍ وتَعَلُّمٍ لا تُعدُّ ولا تُحصى. المَشكلةُ ليستْ في وُجودِ المادَّةِ الخامِ، بَلْ في غِيابِ "التَّكوينِ" البِنّائيِّ العَميقِ. ما نَفتَقِدُهُ حقًّا هوَ الخُطَّةُ المَنهجيةُ الواضحةُ التي تُنظِّمُ هذا السَّيلَ منَ المَعلوماتِ وتُوَجِّهُهُ، والانضباطُ الذَّاتيُّ الذي يُلزِمُ الفَردَ بِمسارِ التَّعَلُّمِ والتَّفكُّرِ، والإصرارُ الذي لا يَلينُ على بناءِ عُقولٍ لا تُصبحُ مُجرَّدَ مُستودعاتٍ للمَعلوماتِ، بَلْ كُياناتٍ مَنهجيةً تَعرفُ كيفَ تُحلِّلُ الظَّواهرَ، وتُفَكِّكُ الأفكارَ، وتُعيدُ تَرطيبَها مِنْ جَديدٍ في نَسِيجِ الوَعيِ النَّاقدِ، لا فقطْ تَقومُ بِمُحاكاةِ ما تَلقَّفَتْهُ وتُعيدُ تكرارَهُ بِبَلاهةٍ. نعم إنَّ غيابَ هذا التَّكوينِ هُو الذي يَجعلُ مِنْ كَثرةِ المَعلوماتِ نِقمةً لا نِعمةً، لأنَّها تُصبحُ حِملًا ثَقيلًا لا أداةً قُوَّةٍ, إذًا، فَمَنْ أرادَ حقًّا أنْ يكونَ شُعلةَ نُورٍ ومُؤثِّرًا حقيقيًّا في محيطِهِ ومُساهِمًا في صِناعةِ واقِعٍ أفضلَ، فلا يَكفيهِ أبدًا أنْ يَكْتفيَ بِالحِفظِ والتَّلقينِ كمِفتاحٍ للمعرفةِ؛ بلْ يَجبُ عليهِ أنْ يَغوصَ في أعماقِ المَعرِفةِ لِيُدركَ كُنْهَها ويَستوعِبَ أبعادَها، وأنْ يُعيدَ تَشكيلَها في مَخمَصِ عَقلِهِ وفِكرِهِ، ليَدمِجَها بِنبضِ وُجودِهِ وتَجاربِ حياتِهِ، ثُمَّ يُنتجُ منها فِكرًا مُبتكرًا، مُتجدِّدًا، يُلائِمُ خُصوصيةَ واقِعِهِ ويُقدِّمُ حُلولًا لقضايا عَصْرِهِ إلا أنَّ جذوةَ الأملِ تظلُّ مُتقدةً في قلوبِ المؤمنينَ بقدرةِ الإنسانِ على التغييرِ والارتقاءِ. ففي كلِّ جيلٍ، يظهرُ قادةٌ مُلهمونَ، يحملونَ على عاتقِهمْ مسؤوليةَ إنارةِ دروبِ الآخرينَ وتبديدِ ظلامِ الجهلِ بنورِ المعرفةِ والعلمِ النافعِ. إنَّ جوهرَ المشكلةِ لا يكمنُ في مجردِ وجودِ أفرادٍ يفتقرونَ إلى المعرفةِ، فهذا أمرٌ طبيعيٌّ في مسيرةِ الحياةِ، بلْ في الإصرارِ على ترويجِ الجهلِ وتقديسِهِ، واعتبارهِ منهجًا قويمًا يُحتذىَ بهِ. لذا، فإنَّ واجبَنا جميعًا أنْ نُسارعَ إلى غرسِ بذورِ الوعيِ في تربةِ العقولِ، وأنْ نُذكِّرَ أنفسنا والآخرينَ باستمرارٍ بأنَّ القوةَ الحقيقيةَ لا تكمنُ في التشبثِ بالرأيِ دونَ دليلٍ أو برهانٍ، بلْ في التواضعِ الجمِّ لطلبِ العلمِ واكتسابِ الخبراتِ، والاعترافِ بالقصورِ البشريِّ أمامَ عظمةِ المعرفةِ. فمن كان يَطمحُ أن يكونَ مُؤثِّرًا حَقًّا في مُحيطِهِ، يَجبُ أنْ يُدركَ أنَّ التأثيرَ لا يُبنى على كَمِّ المَعلوماتِ المَحفوظةِ، بلْ على كَيفِيةِ مُعالجتِها وتَوظيفِها. فليسَ كافيًا أنْ يَحفظَ المَعلومةَ، بلْ يَجبُ أنْ يَتَعمَّقَ في فَهْمِها، ويَستوعبَ أبعادَها المُختلفةَ، ثُمَّ يَخضعَها لِعمليةِ هَضْمٍ فِكريٍّ دَقيقٍ يُعيدُ تَشكيلَها وتَنظيمَها في عقلِهِ الخاصِّ، لِتَندمجَ معَ مَعرِفَتِهِ السَّابقةِ وتُصبِحَ جُزءًا مِنْ نَسِيجِ فِكرِهِ المُمَيَّزِ. مِنْ هذا التَّفاعلِ العَميقِ، يَنبعُ القُدرةُ على إنتاجِ فِكرٍ جَديدٍ، ورؤىً مُبتكرةٍ، وحُلولٍ إبداعيةٍ تَتَناسبُ معَ تَحدياتِ واقِعِهِ المُعاصرِ وتُساهمُ في إيجادِ مَساراتٍ جَديدةٍ لِلتَّقدمِ والارتقاءِ. إنَّهَا مَسيرةٌ فِكريةٌ تَحولُ الفَردَ مِنْ مُستهلِكٍ للمَعرِفةِ إلى صانعٍ لَها ومُنتِجٍ لِلفِكرِ المُستنيرِ. وعلى الرُّغمِ مِنْ عُظمِ التحدياتِ وتَعاظمِ مَخاطرِ الجهلِ المُستَفحلِ، لا يَجوزُ أنْ نَستسلِمَ لِليأسِ. ففي كُلِّ عَصْرٍ، يَبقى الأملُ مَوجودًا في قُدرةِ الإنسانِ على التَّعَلُّمِ والتَّطوُّرِ، وفي وُجودِ تلكَ النُّخَبِ الواعيةِ التي تُضاءُ لَها مَصابيحُ المَعرِفةِ، فَتُسارعُ لِمُقارعةِ الظَّلامِ بِقُوَّةِ العِلمِ، وصَبرِ البَاحِثِ، وعَزيمةِ المُصلِحِ. ✍️:د.جلال الدين يوسف أحمد من مدونتي : هوس التسمم في عام ٢٠٢٤

بينَ هَشاشَةِ القَرارِ وعَظمةِ التَّكوينِ: حينَ يَغيبُ مصير التَّكوينُ عَن مَنصَّاتِ القيادةِ في منعطفاتِ التاريخِ الدقيقةِ، حيثُ تُناطُ زمامُ المبادرةِ إلى أولئكَ الذينَ لمْ تُسعفهمْ قُدراتهمْ على الفهمِ العميقِ لجوهرِ المسؤوليةِ، أوْ لمْ يمتلكوا البصيرةَ الكافيةَ لاستشرافِ عواقبِ القراراتِ المُصيريةِ، يترقبُ العالمُ بأسرهِ، في صمتٍ مُطبقٍ تَشوبهُ الهواجسُ، مسارَ الأحداثِ وتأثيرَها المُحتملَ. إنَّ وضعَ مقاليدِ القيادةِ في أيدٍ ترتعدُ ارتباكًا أمامَ جسامةِ الأمانةِ، أوْ تُوزعُ على عقولٍ لمْ تُدركْ بعدُ قيمةَ تلكَ السلطةِ وأبعادَها، يُعدُّ بمثابةِ إطلاقِ سِهامٍ طائشةٍ في سماءِ المستقبلِ، لا تُصيبُ هدفًا بقدرِ ما تُثيرُ الفوضىَ وتُعمقُ الجِراحَ. الأمرُ أشبهُ بمنْ يُعطي لِطفلٍ مُتهورٍ عجلةَ قيادةِ سيارةٍ مُسرعةٍ في طريقٍ وعرٍ، أوْ يُسلِّمُ مفاتيحَ خزانةٍ مليئةٍ بالجواهرِ إلى شخصٍ لا يُميِّزُ بينَ الحجرِ الكريمِ والزجاجِ المُعتِمِ. إذ إنَّ مَسارَ الحَضارةِ الإنسانيةِ، على اتِّساعِ آفاقِهِ وعُمقِ تَجاربِهِ، يَرتَبِطُ ارتباطًا وَثيقًا بِطبيعةِ القِياداتِ التي تَتَصدَّرُ مَشهدَهُ، وبِمَدى تَسلُّحِها بِالبصيرةِ اللازمةِ والخبرةِ المُؤهِّلةِ لِقيادةِ السُّفُنِ في عُبابِ المَصيرِ. فالعالَمُ بأسْرِهِ، بِكُلِّ ما فيهِ مِنْ تعقيداتٍ وتشابكاتٍ، يَتَلقَّفُ أنفاسَهُ بِحذرٍ شديدٍ حينما تُسَلَّمُ مَقاديرُهُ، وتُوكَلُ دفَّتُهُ، إلى أَيدٍ لم تُصقَلْها تَجارِبُ السِّنينَ، ولم تُنِرْ دُروبَها أنوارُ المَعرِفةِ العَميقةِ، أَو تلكَ التي تُفكِّرُ بِقُصورٍ في ارتداداتِ الخُطواتِ التي تَخطوها على المدى البَعيدِ. إنَّهُ لَأمرٌ جَديرٌ بِالتَّأملِ، بلْ يُثيرُ القلقَ الدَّفينَ، أنْ تُرى مَنصَّاتُ التَّأثيرِ ومَواقعُ اتِّخاذِ القَرارِ تُشغَلُ بِمَن يَجهلُونَ قيمتَها الحقيقيةَ وعظيمَ أمانتِها، كَمَنْ يُعهدُ إليهِ بِتَخطيطِ مُستقبلِ أُمَّةٍ وهُوَ لا يُميّزُ بينَ مُتغيّراتِ العَصرِ وثوابتِ التاريخِ، أو يُسلَّمُ زمامُ مشروعٍ حيويٍّ لمنْ لا يُتقنُ فنَّ اجتنابِ صَخرةِ الغرورِ التي تُغرقُ السفنَ، وعواصفَ الرَّغباتِ الآنيةِ التي تَحوّلُ المَسارَ عَنْ غايتِهِ النَّبيلةِ. ألا فإنَّ تَداعياتِ غيابِ الكفاءةِ والبصيرةِ عَنْ مَنصَّاتِ القِيادةِ لا تَقِفُ عِندَ حدودِ القَراراتِ الخاطئةِ فحسبُ، بلْ تَتَجاوَزُها لِتَشملَ إضعافَ مُؤسساتِ الدَّولةِ، وتآكُلَ الثقةِ بينَ القائدِ ورَعيَّتِهِ، وفُقدانَ القُدرةِ على التَّكيُّفِ معَ المُستجدَّاتِ المُتلاحقةِ. هذا القُصورُ يُصبحُ أَشدَّ خَطرًا في زمنٍ تَتسارعُ فيهِ وتيرةُ التَّغييرِ وتَتَجذَّرُ فيهِ التحدياتُ العابرةُ للقاراتِ، كالتَّغيُّرِ المُناخيِّ، والأوبئةِ، والثَّورةِ التكنولوجيةِ. وفي مِثلِ زماننا هذا لا يُمكنُ لِلجهلِ المُركَّبِ، الذي يَتَخفَّى غالبًا وراءَ ادِّعاءِ المَعرِفةِ، إلا أنْ يُصبحَ مَصدرًا لِلتَّخبطِ والضَّياعِ. إنَّهُ يَعوقُ التَّنميةَ المُستدامةَ، ويُعيقُ بناءَ مُجتمعاتٍ قادرةٍ على الصُّمودِ والازدهارِ، ويَنعكسُ سُمُّهُ على كُلِّ مناحي الحياةِ، مُحوِّلًا الفُرصَ إلى أزماتٍ، والمواردَ إلى هَدْرٍ، والطَّاقاتِ إلى إحباطٍ. فَكمْ مِنْ رؤيةٍ لم تَرْتَكزْ على فَهمٍ عَميقٍ لِلواقعِ تحوَّلتْ إلى مَشاريعَ فَاشلةٍ، وكمْ مِنْ سياساتٍ لم تُبنَ على تحليلٍ دقيقٍ للأبعادِ المُختلفةِ أَفرزتْ مُشكلاتٍ أَشدَّ تعقيدًا، مُذكِّرةً إيَّانا دائمًا بِأنَّ إدارةَ الشُّؤونِ الكُبرى لا تَخضعُ لِأهواءِ الأفرادِ أو مُجرَّدِ الرَّغباتِ الشخصيةِ، بلْ تَرتكزُ على عَمودَيْنِ صَلْبَيْنِ: الحِكمةُ المُستَنِدةُ إلى التَّجربةِ المُعَمَّقةِ، والبصيرةُ النَّافذةُ التي تَستشرفُ المُستقبلَ. فُرسانَ اليوم ، كهول وقيادة الغد ، شَبابَنا الذي يَحمِلُ بينَ جَنبَيهِ آمالَ الأُمَّةِ، يَعيشونَ اليومَ في عَالَمٍ لمْ يَشهَدْ لهُ التَّاريخُ مَثيلًا في شِدَّةِ تَعقيدِهِ وتَشابُكِ خيوطِهِ، وسُرعةِ إيقاعِ تَغَيُّراتِهِ وتَحَوُّلاتِهِ التي تَكادُ تَعصِفُ بِثوابتِ الوُجودِ. هذا السَّيلُ الجارفُ منَ المُعطياتِ والمُتغيِّراتِ يُضعفُ مِنْ قُدرتِهمْ على استجلاءِ هُوِيَّتِهمْ وتَوجيهِ طاقاتِهمْ الهائلةِ نَحوَ ما يَنفعُ ويُجدي، ويُوهِنُ عَزيمتَهمْ في اختيارِ تَخصُّصاتِهمْ التي تُلائِمُ قُدراتِهمْ وتُساهِمُ في بناءِ مُستقبلِهمْ ومُستقبلِ أَوطانِهِمْ، ويُبَعثِرُ قُوَّتَهمْ في اتِّخاذِ القَرارِ الصَّحيحِ في مُنعطفاتِ الحَياةِ المُتشعبةِ. إنَّهَا صَرخةٌ تَنبعُ مِنْ عُمقِ التَّحدِّي، تَستنفرُ كُلَّ ذي خِبرةٍ صَقَلَتْهَا الأيامُ، وكُلَّ ذي تَجربةٍ مَريرةٍ كانتْ لهُ مِصباحًا، لِيَبذلَ كُلَّ المُستطاعِ مِنْ النُّصحِ والهُدى، ويَمُدَّ يَدَ العَونِ والمعونةِ لهَؤلاءِ القُلوبِ