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Mission: Our Mission Statement is to provide the guidance and services needed to empower and aid Somali Bantu and other refugees as they integrate into American society.
Results: The Somali Bantu Association of America (SBAOA) provides educational, cultural, and life-skill training programs in an effort to promote self-sufficiency within and among the individuals and families comprising not only the Somali Bantu community, but all refugees, immigrants, and low-income families and individuals in need of service. The Association has focused on education as a means of “bridging the gap” for refugees and as such provides a full range of workshops and classes to meet their needs.
Target demographics: East African Refugees
Direct beneficiaries per year: 3000
Geographic areas served: San Diego California
Programs: Youth Program, Health and Sanitation, Translation