Violence Prevention • Opioid Awareness & Harm Reduction • Community Health • Youth Pathways
MYDC provides culturally responsive services rooted in the East African community, with a focus on Somali youth and families most impacted by substance use, violence, and community health disparities. Through programs like Pivot to Success, we raise awareness, provide education, and create safe spaces where youth and families can connect with mental health practitioners, medical providers, and trusted community leaders.
Our work includes opioid prevention and response, violence interruption, and community health programs that address daily challenges faced by immigrant families. Grounded in Asset-Based Community Development, we build on community strengths and bridge gaps caused by language, outreach, and access barriers.
Explore our core programs and how to get involved.
Who it’s for: East African/Somali youth, families, and community members impacted by opioid use or overdose risk.
What we do:
Program lead: Hordofa
Who it’s for: Youth/community members at risk of violence and families seeking safety supports.
What we do:
Program lead: Kiwanis
Who it’s for: East African/Somali individuals and families navigating health systems.
What we do:
Program lead: Mustafa
Who it’s for: East African/Somali high school students preparing for college.
What we do:
Program lead: Rose
Who it’s for: East African/Somali youth seeking career direction, skills, and paid experience.
What we do:
Program lead: Rose
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