Settlement and Community Support
Supporting newly arrived migrants and refugees to successfully settle and participate in Australian society.
A national community-led not-for-profit
Somali Community of Australia Incorporated (SCoA)
Building stronger communities, creating opportunities, and empowering future generations.
SCoA is dedicated to supporting Somali Australians and culturally diverse communities through advocacy, settlement support, education, employment, leadership development, community engagement, and social inclusion. Together, we are building pathways to opportunity, belonging, and success.
5,200+
Families supported
40+
Active programs
18
Partner organisations
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What We Do
Services
SCoA delivers programs and services that strengthen community wellbeing, social cohesion, economic participation and community leadership.
Employment and Career Support
Employment assistance, job-readiness training, career guidance, mentoring and employer engagement.
Education and Training
Lifelong learning through educational workshops, skills development, digital literacy and training opportunities.
Family and Community Wellbeing
Initiatives that strengthen families, parenting capacity, mental wellbeing and social connections.
Community Advocacy
Representing community interests and advocating for equitable access to services and opportunities.
Information and Referral Services
Connecting community members with appropriate support services, government programs and resources.
Youth Development
Leadership, mentoring, education, employment and engagement opportunities for young people.
Women's Empowerment
Leadership programs, skills development, economic participation and community engagement for women.
Elders Support
Promoting healthy ageing, social inclusion, cultural connection and wellbeing for older community members.
Programs
Programs
From employment pathways to youth mentoring and women's leadership — our programs create lasting opportunities for families across Australia.
Events
Community Events and Activities
Join our community throughout the year for connection, learning and celebration.
Community
Eid Al Adha celebration
22 May 2026
After Prayer at 120 Racecourse Rd/SCoA Office Flemington
Employment
Employment Brokers Workshop
In partnership with Somali Women's Development Association Inc. Funded by Victoria Government.
June 26, 2026
3:30pm - 6:30pm
Kensington Town Hall, Kensington Vic 3031
Youth
Youth Leadership Workshop
Aug 03, 2026
Racecourse Road, Flemington
Partners
Working Together for Stronger Communities
SCoA values partnerships that create meaningful outcomes for communities across Australia. Together, we build stronger pathways for inclusion, employment, education and community wellbeing.
Federal Government agencies
State & Territory Governments
Local Councils
Educational institutions
Community organisations
Employment service providers
Health services
Community leaders
Become a partner
Together we can create sustainable solutions that strengthen communities and improve lives.
Community stories
Voices from those we walk beside.
"SCoA gave me the confidence and the connections to find work. It changed everything for my family."
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Amina H.
Employment program graduate
"My daughter found mentors who understand her culture and her future. We are deeply grateful."
M
Mohamed A.
Parent, Youth Empowerment
"The women's leadership circle helped me find my voice and start my own community initiative."
F
Fadumo I.
Women's Leadership Initiative
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Every contribution funds food relief, youth mentoring, women's leadership, and emergency support for families across Australia.