Category: Events
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Supporting Our Community: SBAOA’s Ramadan Food Distribution
On February 28, 2025, our organization Somali Bantu Association of America held a food distribution, providing rice, milk, and dates to support our community. Ramadan Kareem to all who celebrate! May this month bring peace, blessings, and togetherness for us all.
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Strengthening Community Health: SBAOA at the San Diego Foundation Convening
Proud to represent SBAOA at the San Diego Foundation Community Health Network convening! 🌟 It was inspiring to collaborate with fellow community leaders and healthcare advocates to strengthen our collective impact on community health. The discussions were rich with ideas and strategies to better serve our diverse communities. Special thanks to the San Diego Foundation…
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Honoring ESL Graduates: Celebrating Achievement, Inclusion, and Community at SBAOA!
Celebrating Achievement and Inclusion at SBAOA! Today marks another proud moment as we celebrate our ESL program graduates, including our wonderful Afghan community members and other immigrant refugees. We’re especially proud of our commitment to accessible education, ensuring our programs serve everyone in our diverse community. These graduates have shown incredible dedication and perseverance in…
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Celebrating SBAOA Heroes: Honoring Employees, Volunteers, and Community Champions
Honoring the SBAOA employees and volunteers! A huge thank you to Price Charities & SAY San Diego for recognizing and celebrating our incredible community volunteers. Special appreciation to District 9 Council President Sean Elo-Rivera & Mayor Todd Gloria for the awards.
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Season’s Greetings from SBAOA: Celebrating Unity, Hope, and Community
Holiday Greetings from SBAOA As we celebrate this holiday season, the Somali Bantu Association of America extends our warmest wishes to our diverse community across San Diego, Salt Lake City, and Indianapolis. In 2024, together we’ve touched the lives of over 30,000 refugee families, creating paths to success and building stronger communities. To our dedicated…
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Building Bridges: Somali Ambassador Joins SBAOA for a Day of Unity
A heartwarming day of unity and collaboration at SBAOA! We were blessed to host our distinguished Somali Ambassador, Council President Sean Vera Elo, and our friends from the United Taxi Workers of San Diego. These meaningful partnerships strengthen our ability to support refugee families and create positive change in our community. Thank you to all…
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Faisa Mohamed Represents Our Organization at SDG&E’s 2024 Energy Solutions Partner Year-End Event
Faisa Mohamed, Director of Finance, represented our organization at SDG&E’s 2024 Energy Solutions Partner Year End Event!
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Mrs. Ifrah Salad Represents Our Organization at San Diego International Affairs Board’s 2nd Annual Forum
Mrs. Ifrah Salad, Operations Director, represented our organization at the City of San Diego International Affairs Board’s 2nd Annual Forum, an esteemed international conference at Balboa Park.
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Immigration Training in El Paso with CEO Mr. Said Abiyow and Jwan Younus
The team is currently in El Paso, where they are participating in an intensive immigration training led by Mr. Said Abiyow. Alongside him is Jwan Younus, a dedicated legal professional, as they work together to deepen their expertise in providing essential legal assistance to those navigating the immigration process. This training represents a significant step…
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CEO Mr. Said Abiyow Advances Nonprofit Leadership & Community Ties in Minnesota
Our CEO Mr. Said Abiyow attends nonprofit leadership training in Minnesota, enhancing skills and partnerships. He also joined Isuroon’s annual event, strengthening community ties.