Events

Himilo hosts inspiring events that unite communities, celebrate Somali culture, and promote leadership, equality, and inclusion across Wales through collaboration.

Upcoming Events

Discover events that bring Somali communities together across Wales — from cultural celebrations, awareness raising to leadership workshops — each designed to inspire, educate, and strengthen our collective voice for a brighter future.

Somali Heritage Celebration

Celebrate Somali culture through music, art, and food. Join us for a vibrant evening of community connection, storytelling, and cultural pride.

Youth Leadership Workshop

Empowering young Somali leaders with skills in communication, teamwork, and advocacy. Build confidence and shape the future of your community.

Community Health Awareness Day

Join us for an informative day focused on health education, mental well-being, and access to local healthcare resources for Somali communities across Wales.

National No Smoking Day

Help encourage as many smokers as possible to quit on No Smoking Day by organising your own event.

International Women's Day

A global holiday celebrated annually to commemorate the cultural, political, and socioeconomic achievements of women.

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

On that day, in 1960, police opened fire and killed 69 people at a peaceful demonstration in Sharpeville, South Africa, against the apartheid pass laws.

World Autism Acceptance Week

An opportunity to get involved in helping to create a society that supports autistic people.

International Nurses Day

A day to celebrate nurses and showcase key stories from your nursing workforce in your organsiation

Volunteers' Week

The NHS is supported by around 2 million volunteers every year and most NHS organisations celebrate their contribution during National Volunteers’ Week.

Men's Health Week

Led by the Men’s Health Forum to raise awareness of preventable health issues and encourage men and boys to seek professional advice for health-related problems.

Learning Disability Week

Raising awareness about the issues that are important to people with a learning disability and their families and carers.

Diabetes Awareness Week

Shout about the things that matter to people with diabetes, shining a light on what it’s like to live with day in, day out.

Black History Month

A nationwide celebration of Black History, Arts and Culture throughout the UK.

World Mental Health Day

An opportunity to raise awareness and advocacy against mental health stigma.

Infection Prevention Control Week

Infection prevention control week is about raising awareness for the important role we all play in keeping patients safe from infection.

Islamophobia Awareness Month

Raising awareness of Islamophobia and highlighting the positive contributions of Muslims to society.

Anti-bullying Week

Anti Bullying Week is organised by the Anti Bullying Alliance (ABA). The ABA is made up of anti-bullying organisations from all over the UK.

Disability History Month

A month of activity to raise awareness and support people with disabilities.

National Self Care Week

Self Care Week is an annual national awareness week that focuses on embedding support for self care across communities, families and generations.

UK Malnutrition Awareness Week

Raise awareness and understanding of preventable malnutrition in local communities and with health and social care professionals.

World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Week

Aims to increase awareness of global antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and encourage best practices among the general public, health workers and policy-makers.

Building Change Across Wales

We call upon community organisations, public bodies, funders, and stakeholders across Wales to make contact with Himilo – The Somali Cymru Alliance.

Join us in:

By working together, we can co-create meaningful change and ensure that Somali
communities across Wales are not just represented, but actively shaping the nation’s
future.