About SAPA

Since 2007, the Somali American Parent Association(SAPA) has worked closely with parents, educators through a holistic approach service that include education, community engagement and advocacy. The influx of Somali refugees into Minneapolis has created both challenges and new opportunities for East African families and school districts.

 

900+

Families served

SAPA has served 900 families through program training.

 

3

Languages spoken by our team

Our board and staff speak 3 different languages. Somali, Arabic, English.

 
 

25+

Years experience of community service

Our board and Director has been serving their community and have a combined experience of 25 years of community service.

 

It takes a village

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It takes a village 〰️

Our Mission

Somali American Parent Association (SAPA) aims to promote the empowerment of Somali youth, parents, and African Communities in Minnesota.

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“Children are not things to be molded, but are people to be unfolded.”