About us
The Somali Community Services is based in Omaha, Nebraska. Founded to advocate and promote self-sufficiency through employment, education, and economic empowerment for the Somali community and other immigrants. And to provide cultural and social support regardless of color, race, ethnicity, religion, economic status and other distinctions.
The Somali Community Services is a 501(c)(3) community based organization that works to improve the health, safety, and productivity of the Somalis in Omaha through culturally competent services, information and resources. Somali refugees in Omaha and elsewhere in the US bring with them a wealth of knowledge, talent, hard work, enthusiasm and diversity. To use these assets to best benefit themselves, families and communities, newcomers need to get support in finding services they need and learning to navigate throughout this whole complex new system and completely different setting.
The Somali Community Services works through a statewide network of partners, non-profits, community-based organizations, state and local governments, academic institutions, and private sector enterprises to provide the Somali refugees and immigrants with access and the information pertaining to the available essential services
Programs
The Somali Community Serivces programs go a long way to strengthen capacity, create self-sufficiency, develop and preserve culture as well as contribute to the society.
Education Services
We provide educational support programs for children, youth, and adults, including tutoring, English language classes, and workshops on various topics such as financial literacy and job readiness.
- Free computer classes
- School registration information
- Business startup information
- Educational programs
- English as a second language tutoring and classes
- Financial aid information
Advocacy and Support
Somali Community Services is committed to advocating for the rights and well-being of the Somali community in Omaha. We provide advocacy and support services to address a range of social, legal, and economic challenges faced by community members.
- Family crisis intervention
- Interpretation and document translation services
- Housing assistance and referrals
- Community resource referrals
- Notary Public
- Assistance in completing various government documents
Employment Services
We offer job search assistance and placement, job readiness training, resume building workshops, and connections to employment opportunities to help Somali individuals find meaningful employment and achieve financial stability.
- Job search assistance and referrals
- Resume assistance
- Career counseling for youth
- Job Placements
- Employment and training
programs - Work with area employers on translation, recruitment, issue resolutions
Immigration Services
Navigating the immigration system can be complex and challenging, especially for members of the Somali community. Somali Community Services provides immigration services to support individuals and families with their immigration needs, including:
- I-485
- I-130 visas
- I-129 Fiancé Visas
- I-864 Financial Affidavits
- I-131 Travel Documents
- N-600 Certificate of Citizenship
- N-400 Naturalization Citizenship
- I-765 Employment Authorization