Ilhan Omar shares insights into the Elevate Youth program, which trains youth ambassadors to address substance use issues within immigrant and refugee communities.

Catalyst of San Diego and Imperial Counties spotlights Somali Family Service’s Stop the Hate program. The article shares the voices of youth and community leaders, highlighting our efforts to raise awareness about hate crimes and empower communities through storytelling, screenings, and advocacy.

KPBS covers Somali Family Service’s Stop the Hate program and documentary. The article highlights SFS's efforts to reduce hate crimes, increase mutual understanding, and provide immigrant and refugee communities with a sense of belonging and support.

SFS shares SHIFA360 Community Health Worker training program, designed to support community members’ careers and health equity.

SFS distributed 280 meals to families in need during Ramadan.

SFS shared information to a gathering of ethnic media on the CalAIM expansions to Medi-Cal that allows the organization to provide more accessible and affordable services to those in need of community-sensitive healthcare.

SFS featured in news story on mental health concerns in Somali community, highlighting mental health workshops and collaboration with UCSD researchers.

Somali Family Service’s COVID-19 Emergency Response grants helped immigrant and refugee communities in San Diego to get through the pandemic.

Our Director of Health & Wellness, Najla Ibrahim, spoke about the importance of COVID-19 vaccination at the opening of the Viejas Arena COVID-19 vaccination site.

SFS honors community leaders who support refugees at the 2015 OceanLeaf Gala.

SFS LION (Leaders in Our Neighborhood) program supports refugee youth on the road to becoming community leaders.