Southwest Somali Community
Mission is to “settle the past, engage the present, and hope for the future.”
Better Life For People
Help today because tomorrow you may be the one who needs helping! Forget what you can get and see what you can give.
Better Life For People
Mission is to “settle the past, engage the present, and hope for the future.”
Better Life For People.
Help today because tomorrow you may be the one who needs helping! Forget what you can get and see what you can give.
Who We Are
Southwest Somali Community is a non-profit and non-political organization striving to assist Somali people and other immigrants living in Oregon especially newly arrived in Oregon by providing advice, information, guidance and education for young people. However, we have diversified in response to issues identified to accommodate the needs of all sections of the Somali Community as a dedicated and specialist group. we are dedicated to improving the lives of our vulnerable Somali population in Oregon, SW Somali Community serves the holistic needs of Oregon's immigrants, refugees, and mainstream community members. As a community-based organization, we empower children, youth, families, and elders from Somalia as well as east African communities to build new lives and become self-sufficient by providing culturally and linguistically specific social services.
We Are In A Mission To Help The Helpless
Southwest Somali Community was established February of 2016 to meet the needs of Oregon’s growing East African Community in Oregon. What would eventually become a social service agency. The agency staff consists of an executive Director, Four full time and three-part time case workers / Outreach staff.
Southwest Somali Community is a non-profit and non-political organization striving to assist East African people living in Oregon originally especially newly arrived refugees in Oregon by providing advice, information, guidance and education for young people. However, we have diversified in response to issues identified to accommodate the needs of all sections of the Somali Community as a dedicated and specialist group.
Environment
Southwest Somali Community is Environment The Southwest Somali Community is dedicated to environmental oversight. Our program focuses on community clean-ups and green spaces. We conduct education programs, promote energy efficiency, and urge for tree planting and green infrastructure. Collaborating with environmental organizations, we aim to create a sustainable, adaptable community for generations
Healthy Food
Embracing a holistic approach to community well-being, the Southwest Somali Community is committed to developing healthier lifestyles through our comprehensive Healthy & Food program. Our goal is not only to provide access to nutritious food options but also to allow individuals and families to make informed choices for their long-term health.
Education,
Education - SOWESCO hosts a variety of education classes for individuals and families for their benefit. Classes include health related topics (such as communicable diseases, vaccines, mental health, tobacco cessation, and physical activity and nutrition); gang violence prevention; public benefits; and cultural assimilation. These classes are hosted as workshops throughout the year at our East Portland center. They are put on by organization staff and local experts who are invited in to share their knowledge,
Health Care,
In firm belief that access to healthcare is an elemental right, the Southwest Somali Community is committed to community well-being by securing access to medical facilities and promoting health awareness through community involvement,
Lets Chenge The World With Humanity
Popular Causes What You Should Know
Help today because tomorrow you may be the one who needs helping! Forget what you can get and see what you can give.
Youth Programs
Our organization works to build community and provide avenues to keep bring youth together in order to keep them occupied and out of trouble. Over the past year we have hosted a basketball tournament at Lents Park in Portland and an indoor soccer tou...
Solutions
To address the struggles of the Somali Community in the Portland metro area, Southwest Somali Community, currently serves the community through a variety of services, children and youth programs, senior programs, health and educational courses and wo...
Providing Healthy Food for the children
Healthy & Food Introduction: Embracing a holistic approach to community well-being, the South West Somali Community is committed to developing healthier lifestyles through our comprehensive Healthy & Food program.
Our Sowesco Programs
COVID-19 Support Service
Covid-19 (Services we used to provide and we are still providing)
Healthy marriage trainings, family unity and conflict resolution Providing services to newcomers Help families navigate resources Connect needy families to social service agencies Family gathering and women groups After Corvid (services we provide now) Provide awareness about corvid prevention techniques; 6ft policy, importance of isolation, hand washing, encourage on minimizing community gathering (such as weeding, congregation) Distributing face mask and hand sanitizers to the community Provided information about the testing centers, support in contact tracing. Mails flyers about social distancing, importance of seeking early treatment, protecting vulnerable populations.
COVID-19 Support Service
Providing healthy marriage training, family unity, newcomer services, resource navigation, and community awareness,
Employment
Helping Oregon's immigrants and refugees build healthy working families through workshops, education, outreach, and intervention,
Youth Programs
Ensuring East African youth receive a quality education, mastering obstacles through mentoring, tutoring, advocacy, and after-school activities,
Youth Programs
Ensuring East African youth receive a quality education, mastering obstacles through mentoring, tutoring, advocacy, and after-school activities,
Upcoming Events
Welcome to the Southwest Somali Community, a non-profit organization assisting Somali people and immigrants. Established in 2016, we strive to improve the lives of vulnerable populations by providing advice, information, guidance, and education. We invest in the children, youth, families, and elders through culturally and linguistically specific social services.
Cultural Workshops
- 15:17 - 20:20
- Portland OR USA
Immerse yourself in the rich and warm culture of East African through our cultural workshops.
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Annual Celebrations
- 16:15 - 20:21
- Portland OR USA
Mark your calendars for our annual celebrations that bring the community together in joyous festivities.
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Educational Seminars/ And Youth Programs,
- 12:19 - 16:23
- Portland OR USA
Empower yourself with knowledge through our educational discussion. Covering a range of topics..
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