Mothers and elders gathered at a Sobjar community event

Our mission

Social well-being and a strong place in Canadian society

Everything we do serves one purpose: helping Somali Bantu families and youth in Alberta thrive, while keeping our culture alive.

Community members meeting around tables in Edmonton

Canadians Welcome: All
Primary Focus: Alberta
Health Services: Canada

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Our Mission Statement

The mission of the Somali Bantu/Jareer-weyne Community of Alberta is to promote and advance the social well-being of the Somali Bantu Society in Alberta and successfully integrate the community into Canadian Society. The service of this organization provides is open to all Canadians.

It is all about supporting the young generation including the youth and families in Alberta in their time of need, and work towards a greater way. We understand the importance of educating the families and the youth of our future. Our goal is to help them obtain an education and better living in Alberta which will give them the knowledge and skills necessary for improving their lives and their communities. We also provide health treatment in the whole of Canada.

Open to all Canadians
Community-centered approach

Annual General Meeting of the Somali Bantu Jareer Weyne Society of Alberta

Core Purposes: 8+
Legal Status: Non-Profit
Incorporated: Alberta

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Our Organizational Purposes

The general purpose of this corporation shall be any purpose, which may be lawfully undertaken by a non-profit corporation organized pursuant to Alberta or the whole Canada Law.

Our specific purposes are comprehensive and community-focused, designed to address the multifaceted needs of our community members through education, advocacy, support services, and empowerment programs that strengthen both individuals and families.

Open to all Canadians
Community-centered approach

Our Specific Purposes

Comprehensive community services

Our organization is structured to address the diverse needs of our community through these specific purposes and services.

Education and Advocacy

Providing educational opportunities and advocating for community rights and needs.

Newcomer Assistance

Assist newcomers to Alberta by showing the way to access government services.

Violence Prevention

Fight violence and delinquency by investing in children, youth and families.

Youth Support

Help youth with their homework and educational development.

Self-Sufficiency

Promote self-sufficiency through workshops and educational seminars.

Community Support

Provide any form of support to members with the view to lessening the burdens of government.

Youth Sports

Sponsor, host and/or participate in events and activities that promote the sport of youth.

Effective Voice

Assist the Somali Bantu in Alberta Province to have an effective voice in organizations, institutions and issues that affect their lives.

Join us

Join our mission for community empowerment

Be part of our comprehensive mission to promote social well-being, support successful integration, and empower the Somali Bantu/Jareer-weyne community in Alberta. Together, we can build stronger families, educate our youth, and create lasting positive change.

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Our Mission Statement

Open to all Canadians

Community-centered approach

Our Organizational Purposes

The general purpose of this corporation shall be any purpose, which may be lawfully undertaken by a non-profit corporation organized pursuant to Alberta or the whole Canada Law.

Open to all Canadians

Community-centered approach