For Somaali youth.
By Somaali youth.
A Black, youth-led organisation empowering Somaali youth from middle school to university through mentorship, community programs and scholarships in the Greater Toronto Area.
Five years in
700+
Somaali youth supported since day one.
26+
Partnerships with nonprofits, businesses and collectives.
20+
Community projects, created by our post-secondary cohort.
$58k+
Raised for students through our community scholarship fund.
300+
Volunteers in planning, mentoring, coordination, and care.
150+
Events organised.
A program for every stage of the journey
Juniors
Find your place
Middle school
A safe space where Somaali kids build confidence, try new things, make friends and find their place, through creative arts, workshops and sports.
Dreamers
Find your path
High school
A turning point where Somaali high-schoolers plan their future with people who have done it before, through career sessions and university application support.
Leaders
Find your impact
Post-secondary
A launchpad where Somaali students grow their skills and give back, through professional development, mentorship and a funded community project.
Next cohort opens September 2026 - follow @saysomaali to be first in line.
$58,000+ raised.
35 students funded.
Introduced in 2023, our Community Scholarship Fund helps Somaali students across the GTA pursue higher education.
Funded entirely by the community, every dollar goes straight to students, covering tuition, textbooks and registration fees.
Voices of Say Somaali
Hear it from the people who built the mission and the ones it's built for.
Ready to get involved?
Donate to the scholarship, apply to a program, or follow us along on our socials, every bit of support moves us forward.