Somali Centre for Family Services (SCFS)

Quick Reference Sheet ORGANIZATION
SOMALI CENTRE FOR
FAMILY SERVICES (SCFS)
WHAT IT IS
Organization Mandate
Somali Centre for Family Services (SCFS) is a broad-based, nonprofit organization that enjoys strong community support and is
respected by other service providers and its funders. The Centre
was initially established in response to the large influx of Somali
newcomers in Canada. Its original mission was to preserve culture
and heritage; however, it quickly became apparent that the needs
of the community were more in the realm of settlement,
integration, and counseling.
WHAT THEY PROVIDE
Key Programs & Services for Job Seekers
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Contact:
Settlement Programs and Outcomes - SCFS offers Immigrant Settlement and Adaptation
Programs. These services increase the awareness, knowledge, and skills of the
participants. As well, these programs assist newcomers to develop positive attitudes and
social skills to improve their quality of life. Participants will achieve their personal goals to
settle and integrate into the Canadian society. Services offered:
• Orientation Information sessions; Volunteer programs
• Workshops on job search programs
• English Conversation Groups; Homework Help Program
• Canadian Citizenship Study ; Drop-in services and referrals
General Inquiries:
613.526.2075
info@scfsottawa.org
Workshops for Youth - Cover a wide range of issues affecting youth today. With seminars on employment, crime
prevention, higher education, financial literacy, and CPR training, participants are educated on topics popular with youth.
• Employment Workshop - Aids youth in finding part-time and summer employment, resume building and networking.
• Youth to Youth Program - SCFS hires youth aged 16 to 21 each summer for two months; youth create and organize
activities for at-risk kids while developing leadership and organizational skills.
• Higher Education Workshop - Offering post-secondary information sessions for high school students.
Networking for Youth (N4Y) - Mentoring program designed to address the gaps young
people face in the job market. N4Y particularly supports youth from minority
communities and is currently a partnership between Jewish Family Services of Ottawa
(JFS) and Somali Centre for Family Services (SCFS). N4Y programs are tailored to meet the
career development needs of youth in post-secondary institutions. These services offer
both professional networking events and one-on-one mentoring opportunities.
Mentorship Coordinator
Naima Shegow
613.526.2075
N.Shegow@scfsottawa.org
www.networking4youth.com
Eligibility Criteria: Eligibility Criteria: All post-secondary students, in 20s to mid 30s.
You can explore further at OttawaJobPath.ca:
Newcomers & Immigrants
Youth
Finding a Mentor or Coach
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