Somali Cultural Center

04/23/2026

A few moments from The Silsilad Sessions: Episode One - Soul.

Special thanks to The Gaas Collective for being such an important partner in making this event possible and helping bring this beautiful evening to life.

Thank you to everyone who came out, shared their words, listened deeply, and helped create such a warm and powerful atmosphere. It was a beautiful evening of poetry, connection, and community.

We’re excited to continue building this space through quarterly Silsilad poetry sessions, with the next gathering taking place in June.

04/08/2026

Come be part of the first Silsilad Sessions, a new open mic series celebrating expression, storytelling, and the power of spoken word.

Episode One: Soul
Friday, April 17th | 6–8 PM

Seattle, WA

Free and open to all • Sponsored by

08/21/2025

🎨✊🏽 V.I.B.E. = Voices Inspiring Bold Expression
A space for youth to grow through art + activism 💡
📅 1st Saturday | 🕓 4–7 PM
📍 Somali Cultural Center, Tukwila
💸 FREE – open to all youth!
✨ Come connect, create & lead change!

05/05/2025

We’re proud to have supported and sponsored the 2025 Somali Students Association Annual Conference, held April 19th - 20th and hosted by the University of Washington Somali Student Association in Seattle.

From powerful workshops to a vibrant cultural showcase featuring Suldaan Seeraar, the weekend was a celebration of Somali youth, unity, and leadership!

12/12/2024

What an incredible day! 🙏

The Family Mental Health Through the Lens of Faith and Culture Conference exceeded all expectations thanks to YOU – our amazing community who showed up ready to heal, learn, and grow together.

November 23rd was filled with:
• Powerful keynote speakers who moved hearts and minds
• Hands-on workshops that equipped us with real tools
• Honest conversations between parents and teens
• Eye-opening panel discussions that sparked new perspectives

A huge thank you to our incredible partners: Cham Refugees Community, and Omar Bin Al-Khattab Islamic Center for making this vision a reality.

This was more than an event – it was a movement toward culturally grounded mental health support for East African Muslim families. The conversations we started don't end here.

Ready to keep this momentum going? Let's continue building bridges between faith, culture, and healing in our community.

11/20/2024

Join us for a powerful day of healing, resilience, and community at the Family Mental Health Through the Lens of Faith and Culture Conference.

🗓 Date: November 23, 2024
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: 6000 16th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98106

Hosted by the Somali Cultural Center (SCC), in collaboration with the Cham Refugees Community (CRC) and Omar Bin Al-Khattab Islamic Center (OBK), this conference will address the unique mental health challenges faced by East African Muslim refugees and their families.

Event Highlights:

🗣️ Keynote Lectures
🛠️ Workshops
👪 Breakout Sessions for Parents & Teens
💬 Panel Discussions
Let’s come together to foster healing and empowerment through culturally competent therapy, faith, and community support.

Mark your calendars—we look forward to seeing you there!

11/19/2024

SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT — HANGATU DAWUD
Join us on Saturday, November 23, 2024 to learn from our amazing speakers who will be leading workshops!
Introducing, Hangatu Dawud, M.Ed, LMHCA, a devoted mental health clinician with a Master of Education in Clinical.
Mental Health Counseling from Seattle University. With a diverse background in supporting individuals across various domains, including relationships, transitions, self-esteem, and mental health, Hangatu is deeply committed to eliminating systemic barriers to holistic, client-centered care.
Hangatu's mission is to provide a welcoming, safe, and uplifting environment for clients, empowering them to overcome barriers and lead the lives they desire.
Hangatu's dedication to her community and her client-centered, eclectic therapeutic approach make her a source of hope and support for those seeking to improve their well-being. Her goal is not only to alleviate suffering but also to help clients achieve their full potential and lead fulfilling lives.

Register: bit.ly/mhconf24

11/15/2024

SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT — SAMIRA OMAR
Join us on Saturday, November 23, 2024 to learn from our amazing speakers who will be leading workshops!

Introducing Samira Omar, a licensed clinical social worker with a background in trauma counseling and expertise in anxiety, depression, and childhood trauma. She provides a safe and supportive space for clients, empowering them to develop skills and clarity as they navigate life challenges.

Samira honors each client's unique healing journey through self-compassion and self-care through a person-centered and strength-based approach.

Register today: bit.ly/mhconf24

08/09/2024

We are deeply grateful to be among the recipients of the Community Accelerator Grant funded by the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation and awarded by ArtsFund, as highlighted in this Seattle Times article. Their commitment to empowering arts organizations across Washington, especially in times of need, is a testament to the transformative power of community and culture. With their generous backing, we at the Somali Cultural Center can continue to nurture and celebrate the rich artistic traditions of our community, ensuring that Somali arts and heritage remain vibrant and accessible to all.

Thank you, ArtsFund, for your unwavering dedication to the arts and for helping us bring our vision to life!

Seattle-based ArtsFund has received $10 million from the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation for the second year in a row to help underserved organizations.

05/24/2024

Discover how the Somali Cultural Center (SCC) is becoming a vibrant hub for Somali arts and culture in Seattle! In a recent feature by the South Seattle Emerald, the SCC's efforts in nurturing and promoting Somali arts are highlighted, showcasing the community's rich cultural heritage. From traditional music and dance to contemporary art and storytelling, the SCC is creating a dynamic space for Somali artists to thrive and connect with the broader community.

Read the full story to learn more about how the SCC is making a difference and supporting the arts in Seattle: Somali Cultural Center: Nurturing Somali Arts in Seattle

Join us in celebrating and supporting the incredible talent within our community!

On a cold rainy Saturday last month, I drove to Angle Lake station for the Somali Cultural Center’s first event, “A Day of Celebration, Art and Cultural Exchange,” on April 27 held at The Roadhouse, a space located in the station and facilitated by Sound Transit. I settled in before the event ...