About
What we do
We keep Swahili language and East African culture alive in the Midwest, help newcomers settle, and stand with members through school, work and loss.
Our story
This is a sample history. A real association writes its own: who started it, in whose living room, and what it has carried the community through since.
Board
Neema Mfano
Chair
Sample bio. A nurse who came to Chicago for school, stayed for work, and has run the welcome program for six years.
Baraka Mfano
Treasurer
Sample bio. Keeps the books, posts the budget every January and answers every dues question within a week.
Asha Mfano
Secretary
Sample bio. Writes the minutes in both languages and sends the monthly email.
Daudi Mfano
Education chair
Sample bio. A teacher by day who runs the Saturday Swahili school and the scholarship panel.