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Himilo offers a range of services to stakeholders, public bodies, and organisations
seeking to connect and engage meaningfully with the Somali community in Wales:
Engagement
Community Engagement & Consultation
- Facilitation of community consultations and listening sessions.
- Organisation of focus groups and dialogue forums with Somali residents.
- Translation and interpretation support (Somali, English, Welsh).
- Co-production of policy feedback and community insight reports.
Awareness
Cultural Competence & Awareness Training
- Cultural awareness workshops on Somali traditions, migration, and values.
- Anti-racism and Islamophobia training for public sector staff.
- Community induction programmes for frontline professionals.
Partnerships
Partnership Development & Co-production
- Co-designing initiatives with councils, health boards, and charities.
- Advising on inclusive funding and engagement strategies.
- Supporting MOUs and partnership frameworks between communities and institutions.
Insight
Research, Data & Policy Insight
- Conducting community-based research and needs assessments.
- Providing data insights on Somali demographics and engagement.
- Producing policy briefings and evaluation reports to inform strategy.
Empowerment
Capacity Building & Leadership Development
- Coordinating Somali cultural celebrations and exhibitions.
- Offering community speakers and ambassadors for events.
- Promoting media and creative collaborations to highlight Somali voices.
Celebration
Events, Culture & Representation
- Coordinating Somali cultural celebrations and exhibitions.
- Offering community speakers and ambassadors for events.
- Promoting media and creative collaborations to highlight Somali voices.
Collaboration
Social Value & Corporate Responsibility Partnerships
- Supporting corporate and public bodies to meet social value and EDI objectives.
- Designing community benefit programmes linked to major projects.
- Facilitating recruitment pathways, mentoring, and volunteering for Somali talent.
- Unite Together
Building Change Across Somali Wales
We call upon community organisations, public bodies, funders, and stakeholders across Wales to partner with Himilo – The Somali Cymru Alliance.
Join us in:
- Strengthening the capacity and visibility of Somali-led organisations and the Welsh Somali Communities.
- Collaborating on policies and initiatives that promote equality and inclusion.
- Sharing resources, knowledge, and opportunities that benefit our communities.
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.
