Somali-Canadian Cultural Society of Edmonton(SCCSE)
Ihsaan Conference August 2010
Community Background
The Somali Canadian Cultural Society of Edmonton (SCCSE) was established as a non-profit organization in 1991 and incorporated in March 2001. The purpose of the organization is to meet the needs of the Somali-Canadian community in Edmonton and its surroundings. SCCSE is committed to serving the community and providing it with many programs and services. These services include social, educational, recreational, cultural and religious activities.
Mission
SCCSE’s mission is to promote and foster the wellbeing of Somali-Canadian community in Edmonton and its vicinity, as well as to integrate the community into Canadian society.
Goals
- Develop and promote the community’s traditional values and a sense of belonging.
- Fight violence and delinquency by investing in children, youth and families.
- Promote and protect the values and rights of Somali-Canadian community in Edmonton and its vicinity.
- Encourage resilience to cope with ever-changing issues.
By providing guidance and sound foundations, SCCSE will build the community’s capacity to cope with the ever-changing issues facing the community.