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  • Celebrating Excellence: CEO Said Abiyow and SBAOA Honored as Community Leaders of 2024!

    Sep 24, 2024

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    United Taxi Workers of San Diego (UTWSD) has honored both our CEO, Said Abiyow, and Somali Bantu Association of America (SBAOA) with prestigious awards! CEO Said Abiyow: “Community Leader of the Year 2024” Somali Bantu Association of America (SBAOA): “Community…

  • San Diego’s Daraaraa FC Triumphs as National Champions at Minnesota Tournament

    Aug 27, 2024

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    SBAOA had the honor of receiving an award from the Minnesota Tournament Champions, Daraaraa FC! They competed against teams from all across the nation from various states and cities. Daraaraa FC left San Diego with a goal and dream, and…

  • Empowering Financial Inclusion: CEO Said Abiyow’s Journey to Minneapolis for a Crucial CDFI Meeting

    Jul 31, 2024

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    Exciting update! Our CEO, Said Abiyow, is traveling from San Diego to Minneapolis to attend a crucial CDFI meeting with an incredible group of leaders! Their mission? To bridge the gap and bring financial resources from the global stage to…

  • Join us in our fight against hate crimes!

    Jul 25, 2024

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    Visit our office today to learn more. 🛑

  • World Refugee Day

    Jun 20, 2024

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    Come Celebrate the amazing newcomers!! 5532 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115 2pm-6:30pm

  • Juneteenth Closed Today!

    Jun 19, 2024

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    Closed all day on June 19th, 2024! We will be back open on June 20th.

  • Exploring Life & Business with Said Abiyow

    May 22, 2024

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    Below is an article from SDVoyager: Today, we’d like to introduce you to Said Abiyow. Said, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin? I was born and spent my…

  • Leadership for Immigrant and Refugee Rights in Washington D.C.

    Apr 29, 2024

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    Our CEO, Mr. Abiyow, and VP/HR, Ms. Moore, recently traveled to Washington D.C. to advocate on behalf of immigrants and refugees. They met with ORR staff and other Community-Based Organization (CBO) leaders to push for policies that support and empower…

  • Shoutout to EY Company

    Apr 29, 2024

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    We want to express our heartfelt gratitude to the 20 staff members from EY Company who volunteered at our food pantry on April 25, 2024! Your time and effort have made a significant impact in supporting our community. Thanks to…

  • Celebrating Success: Our Clients Achieve US Citizenship!

    Apr 24, 2024

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    We are thrilled to announce that we have successfully served a large number of clients in their US Citizenship journey! Congratulations to all our clients on this significant achievement! Your hard work and dedication have paid off. We are proud…

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Walk-In Center*
Monday – Wednesday:
10:00am – 1:00pm

*Walk-ins are welcome on a first come, first serve basis

Thursday**
Extended Hours
9:00am – 5:00pm

**Appointments are only accepted during this extended period

5532 El Cajon Blvd #6,
San Diego, CA 92115

619-935-9736

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Food Pantry

Hours*
Monday – Thursday:
9:00am – 3:00pm

*Thursdays: walk-ins are welcome on a first come, first serve basis.

Additionally, every Wednesday during the first week of the month, we welcome walk-ins on a first-come, first-served basis to receive emergency food assistance (EFAP) food allowance.

4975 University Ave
San Diego CA 92115

619-935-9736

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Immigration Office

Office Hours
9:00 am – 6:00 pm

5532 El Cajon Blvd #4
San Diego, CA 92115

619-946-5599

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Training Center

Office Hours
Monday – Friday:
9:00am – 6:00pm

School Hours*

In-person
Monday – Thursday:
9:00am – 8:30pm

Online classes
Monday – Friday:
Available throughout the day

*Only online classes are offered on Fridays

Both in-person and online classes:
Saturday and Sunday:
9:00am – 5:00pm

5532 El Cajon Blvd #2
San Diego, CA 92115

619-935-9735

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Utah Office

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10:00am – 5:00pm
Friday: By Appointment Only

3335 South 900 East Suite 130
Salt Lake City, Utah 84106

385-420-4324

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Indiana Office

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10:00am – 3:00pm
By Appointment Only

801 Shelby Street, Suite LL8,
Indianapolis, IN 46203

858-413-4115

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