A Stronger Voice For

Somali Communities
Across New South Wales

The Somali Council of NSW is a not-for-profit peak umbrella body representing Somali community organisations across New South Wales. We strengthen collaboration, support community-led initiatives, and create opportunities for Somali families through advocacy, partnerships, and shared community action.

Who We Are

The Somali Council of NSW is the peak umbrella body representing Somali community Organisations across New South Wales. We bring together Organisations, community leaders, and partners to strengthen collaboration, improve access to opportunities, and support community-led initiatives that benefit Somali families and communities.

Our work is built on partnership, consultation, and respect for the independence and leadership of each Organisations. By working together, we help strengthen community outcomes, advocacy, visibility, and long-term impact across NSW.

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What We Do

Youth Leadership & Mentoring

Supporting youth-focused initiatives that develop leadership, confidence, skills, and pathways into education, employment, and community participation.

Somali Language & Culture

Supporting programs and community initiatives that preserve Somali language, cultural identity, heritage, and intergenerational connection.

Community Engagement

Bringing organisations and communities together through events, partnerships, and initiatives that strengthen inclusion, participation, and social connection.

Education & Employment

Supporting skills development, career readiness, and pathways into education, training, and meaningful employment.

Health & Wellbeing

Supporting community wellbeing through health awareness, family support initiatives, and partnerships that promote positive outcomes.

Advocacy & Representation

Advocating for the needs of Somali communities and strengthening engagement with government, service providers, and key stakeholders.

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Our Impact

We strengthen communities and create opportunities by supporting collaboration, advocacy, and community-led initiatives across New South Wales.

STRENGTHENING COLLABORATION ACROSS SOMALI ORGANISATIONS IN NSW

SUPPORTING YOUTH, FAMILIES, AND COMMUNITY-LED INITIATIVES

PROMOTING WELLBEING, INCLUSION, AND COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION

BUILDING PARTNERSHIPS WITH GOVERNMENT, SERVICES, AND COMMUNITY ORGANISATIONS

President’s Message

Welcome to the Somali Council of NSW.

The Somali Council of NSW was established to strengthen collaboration across Somali community organisations and help create positive outcomes for our communities throughout New South Wales. As the peak umbrella body, our role is to connect organisations, support community-led initiatives, and advocate for the priorities that matter most to Somali families and future generations.

We believe the strongest outcomes are achieved through partnership, consultation, and shared purpose.

Ubah Gabris

President, Somali Council of NSW

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Our Partners

Connecting community.
Creating opportunity.
Building the future.

Together, we can strengthen collaboration, support community-led initiatives, and create lasting opportunities for Somali communities across New South Wales.

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