Somali Culture and Integration e.V. (SKI)

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Phone No.

  • +49 6150 520 263
  • +49 152 1714 7334
  • +49 176 8794 2660

E-mail

  • ski.darmstadt@gmail.com
  • skint.germany@gmail.com
  • aadan40@hotmail.de

About Us

who we are

About Somali Culture and Integration e.V.

Somali Culture and Integration e.V. (SKI) was established in 2009 by members of the Somali diaspora in Germany who sought to address the challenges of integration, education, and cultural preservation within their community. The organization emerged in response to the obstacles faced by Somali families—particularly youth—in adapting to life in Germany, while also recognising the need to maintain and celebrate cultural identity.

Since its founding, SKI has grown into a dynamic association that combines social support with development initiatives. In Germany, the organization delivers programmes focused on education, youth engagement, women’s empowerment, and intercultural dialogue. In the Horn of Africa, SKI extends its reach to support schools, hospitals, water supply systems, and agricultural projects, ensuring that its work connects diaspora experiences with development in communities of origin.

The association is guided by a strategic framework built around its vision, mission, and core values. Inclusivity, integrity, and empowerment form the foundation of SKI’s actions, shaping the way it engages with beneficiaries and partners. Through collaboration with European networks such as GEDAN and PEDAN, and active participation in Erasmus initiatives, SKI continues to expand its impact, building bridges between societies and fostering sustainable change for Somali communities in Germany and beyond.

strategic framework

our vision & mission

The vision and mission of Somali Culture and Integration e.V. define the long-term aspirations of the association and provide a clear mandate for action. They set the strategic direction, guide decision-making, and ensure that all programmes and partnerships remain anchored in a shared purpose. Together, the vision and mission establish a framework that connects immediate priorities with long-term goals, enabling the organization to respond effectively to the evolving needs of Somali communities in Germany and the Horn of Africa.

The vision outlines the desired future the organization seeks to achieve, serving as an inspiration for both current and future generations. The mission translates that vision into practical commitments, focusing on integration, cultural preservation, empowerment, and sustainable development. Through this alignment, Somali Culture and Integration e.V. reinforces its identity as an institution dedicated to dignity, opportunity, and progress for the communities it serves.

our vision

To be a leading force in fostering integration, cultural preservation, and social empowerment for Somali communities in Germany and beyond.

our mission

To be a leading force in fostering integration, cultural preservation, and social empowerment for Somali communities in Germany and beyond.

OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES

our core values

The core values of Somali Culture and Integration e.V. represent the ethical compass and foundational principles that underpin every aspect of our work. They articulate the standards by which the organization conducts itself, ensuring that programmes, partnerships, and community engagements are guided by fairness, respect, and accountability. These values define how we relate to the Somali diaspora, host communities, and international partners, while also cultivating a shared culture of trust and responsibility within the organization.

Inclusivity, integrity, and empowerment remain central to all our actions and decisions. Somali Culture and Integration e.V. applies these values to foster meaningful change that uplifts individuals, strengthens communities, and advances the mission of integration, cultural preservation, and social development. In Germany and across the Horn of Africa, these principles ensure that interventions remain people-centred, ethically sound, and aligned with a long-term vision of dignity, opportunity, and resilience for all.

INCLUSIVITY

We embrace diversity and ensure that all individuals have equal access to opportunities and resources.

INTEGRITY

We act with honesty, openness, and responsibility in all our work and relationships.

EMPOWERMENT

We build capacity and confidence, enabling individuals to achieve their full potential.