The Global Center for International Studies and Research (G-Center), founded in 2025 and based in Mogadishu, Somalia, is an innovative institution dedicated to advancing education, workforce development, and organizational growth in emerging and developing economies. Its establishment responds to the urgent need to bridge the growing gap between education, employment, and innovation in an increasingly digital and interconnected world. G-Center offers a diverse portfolio of services, including high-quality training programs, applied research, strategic consulting, and capacity building, all designed to address real-world challenges. It serves a wide range of audiences—students seeking relevant skills, professionals aiming to upskill, companies working to enhance their workforce, and policymakers looking for actionable research and strategies. At its core, G-Center is a change-driven institution that emphasizes practical, outcome focused learning. The center integrates academic rigor with hands-on experiences to ensure that knowledge leads to tangible impact. Its approach is grounded in the local context while maintaining alignment with global standards to ensure relevance, effectiveness, and long-term value. A key pillar of G-Center’s mission is accessibility and inclusion. It offers customized learning paths for individuals and organizations, supporting diverse groups—from underserved youth to growing enterprises. The goal is to break down barriers that prevent people and institutions from reaching their full potential. G-Center aims to connect theory with practice and education with innovation. It develops platforms for capacity building, knowledge exchange, and institutional strengthening, helping people not only adapt to change but also lead and thrive in a complex global environment.