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Somali Community Inc. Victoria brought hundreds together at Debneys Park, Flemington on 19 July 2026 for a joyful celebration of Somali culture, heritage and unity.
Celebrate Somali Day Australia Festival 2026 at Debneys Park, Flemington on 18 July. Enjoy live entertainment, cultural performances, delicious food, family activities and community celebrations.
Somali Community Inc. joined Melbourne's multicultural and multifaith communities to celebrate the United Nations International Day of Peace 2022, promoting unity, inclusion, and peaceful coexistence.
Somali Community Inc. proudly received the 2022 Neighbourhood Spirit Award from Moonee Valley City Council in recognition of its outstanding community service and leadership during the COVID-19 pandem
Supporting children aged 4–14 through homework assistance, mentoring, sport, and wellbeing programs at Somali Community Inc. Building brighter futures together.
Somali Community Inc. distributed free Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs) to vulnerable families during COVID-19, supporting community health across Melbourne with trusted local partnerships.
Discover the latest Somali Community Inc. programs and events in Victoria as we safely reconnect through cultural celebrations, youth activities, and family events.
Celebrate the highlights of the AUSOM Awards Night 2022 as Somali Community Inc. honours volunteers, leaders, community champions, and outstanding service in Victoria.
Somali Community Inc. distributed hand sanitisers, disinfectant wipes and face masks to vulnerable families in Melbourne to help stop the spread of COVID-19
Somali Community Inc. has delivered over 400 food relief hampers of non-perishable staples to vulnerable Melbourne families struggling since the COVID-19 outbreak.
Discover how Somali Community Inc. helped children and families through Wellbeing Packs, supporting mental wellbeing, learning, and creativity during COVID-19.
SCI held its 2021 Iftar Dinner at Kensington Town Hall, celebrating Ramadan together in person after a challenging year apart.
Common myths about COVID-19 are spreading through our community. Here are the facts from Australian health authorities — in English and Somali.
Macluumaadka saxda ah ee ku saabsan COVID-19 oo loogu talagalay bulshada Soomaaliyeed ee ku nool Victoria, iyadoo la xallinayo wararka been-abuurka ah ee baahsan.
SCI President Farah Warsame received a Melbourne Awards 2020 Community Champions Certificate, recognising his leadership through the toughest months of COVID-19.
In December 2020, Somali Community Inc. Victoria delivered food relief, hygiene packs, and health sessions to hundreds of vulnerable Flemington and North Melbourne families during the COVID-19 pandemi
Somali Community Inc. Victoria shares official COVID-19 guidance for the Somali community, including restriction updates, testing locations, mask requirements, and available support services.
Somali Community Inc. Victoria shares bilingual COVID-19 video messages from community ambassadors covering restrictions, vaccination, and support services available to the Somali community.
In September 2020, Somali Community Inc. President Mr Farah Warsame received an official acknowledgement from the Victorian Department of Health and Human Services recognising SCI's vital COVID-19 out
Somali Community Inc. Victoria is proud to share that Victoria Police has opened applications for its Diversity Recruiting Program, encouraging Somali-Australians to pursue a career in law enforcement
As we step into 2020, Somali Community Inc. Victoria looks back on an extraordinary 2019 — celebrating our people, our programs, and every hero who made it possible.
Somali Community Inc. Victoria reflects on a meaningful 2019 and extends heartfelt thanks to community members, volunteers, supporters, and government partners this holiday season.
In December 2019, Somali Community Inc. Victoria joined community leaders and organisations across Victoria to celebrate the African-Australian Community Taskforce Appreciation Night.
In September 2019, Somali Community Inc. Victoria brought families together for a joyful Children's Day celebration filled with rides, henna, sport, and cultural activities across Melbourne.
Somali Community Inc. Victoria shares the official Eid Al-Adha message from Prime Minister Scott Morrison, extending warm wishes to Muslim Australians celebrating this important occasion.
On 6 July 2019, Somali Community Inc. brought thousands together in Melbourne to mark Somali Independence Day with culture, music, food, and joy.
In May 2019, Somali Community Inc. Victoria formally presented the proceeds of its March fundraising drive to drought relief, showcasing the generosity of the Somali-Australian community.
In April 2019, Somali Community Inc. Victoria shared a letter from Melbourne Lord Mayor Sally Capp expressing condolences and solidarity with Melbourne's Muslim community following the Christchurch at
On Sunday 3 March 2019, Somali Community Inc. hosted a charity football match between Somali Youth and Victoria Police officers, raising funds and strengthening community trust in Melbourne.
African-Australian community organisations in Victoria stand in solidarity with all Australians affected by the devastating 2019–2020 bushfire crisis and call on government to act.
Somali Community Inc. Victoria issues a formal statement expressing sorrow for the victims of the Bourke Street attack and reaffirming the community's commitment to unity and peace.
Thousands gathered at Debneys Park Flemington in 2018 as Somali Community Inc. and the Somali Youth of Victoria united to celebrate Somali culture, heritage, and independence in a landmark annual fest
In December 2017, Somali Community Inc. Victoria was officially recognised by Victoria Police for its outstanding contribution to community engagement, trust-building, and safety initiatives across Me
Somali Community Inc. Victoria was named a finalist in the Melbourne Awards 2017, recognising decades of dedicated service to the Somali-Australian community across Victoria.
SCI's ICE awareness program educates families on the dangers of crystal methamphetamine, its warning signs, and how to support a loved one who's affected.
Somali Community Inc. Victoria proudly celebrates Chairman Mr Farah Warsame's recognition at the Victorian Premier's Volunteer Champions Awards 2016 for over 25 years of dedicated community service.