Every Saturday, 10 am – 12 pm
2nd Term Orientation starts September 9th
Want to join? Email arsi@salamcenter.org.
Support Center for Afghan Women
The Afghan Women’s Support Center, a program at the SALAM Islamic Center in Sacramento, CA!
This FREE initiative supports our Afghan sisters and families who have arrived in the US within the past two years.
The Afghan Women’s Support Center is a 12-week program that provides essential guidance and support as you navigate and adapt to your new environment. Our classes, held three times a week, are tailored to meet your needs, covering fundamental topics in various fields, including government aid, regional resources, and adapting to your new environment.
Workshop Topics
Our FREE 12-week program will provide workshops covering vital topics, such as:
- Immigration processes 🌐
- Job readiness 📚
- Enrolling kids in school 🎒
- Learning English 🗣️
- Family health 💪
- And many more!
Program Highlights
- Weekly Topic-Specific Workshops
- Access to our Resource Hub
- Connect with Fellow Afghan Sisters
- Skill Development | 12:30 pm – 1:20 pm
- CA Driver Permit Classes
- Classes delivered in Dari
- Lunch and childcare provided
- Transportation available as needed
Online Driver’s Permit Class
Saturdays, 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Session Dates:
- October: 21, 28
- November: 4, 11, 18
- December: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
– Delivered in Dari
– Meeting through Zoom
– Must be an ARSI participant and registered with SALAM, GERA, or CAIR.
SBDC Home Business Development Program
Are you dreaming of starting a home-based business but don’t know where to begin? Join the SBDC Home Business Development Program and take the first step towards making your dream a reality.
Learn how to start a home-based business
- Enroll in free home business training series
- One-on-one advising
- Learn business language and concepts
- Help filling business forms
- Dari Translation available
Upcoming Workshops | Saturdays
- June 3rd | Welcome/Orientation
- June 10th | Your Rights Your responsibilities
- June 17th | Crimes and Court System with Joseph Gocke (Criminal Attorney)
- June 24th | Mental Illnesses, Treatments, and Prevention with Najia Nafiz
- July 1st | No Workshop – Eid Celebration
- July 8th | Marriage and Family with Durriya Ansar
- July 15th | Medical, Illnesses, Treatment options with Hasna Koudri
- July 22nd | Small Business Development with Zinah Nassari
- July 29th | English Language Development with Stephanie (HCCTS)
- Aug 5th | Immigration Law Basics with Sahareen Manazar, Immigration Lawyer
- Aug 12th | California Education System and Public Schools with Halima Aridin, SJUSD
- Aug 19th | Housing Contracts and Responsibilities with Sara Zahbihi, Attorney at McCarthy Construction Inc.
- Aug 26th | Dental Hygiene and Resources with Dr. Chris Nhan, Private Practice Dentist
- Sept 2nd | 1st Term Cohort Celebration
- Sept 9th | 2nd Term Cohort Orientation
- Oct 7th | Cultural Competency: Understanding and Accepting Difference with Abdul-Qawiy Abdul-Karim, SALAM Project Director
- Oct 14th | School System and Education with Halima Aridin, SJUSD
- Oct 21st | Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault with Rehan Ahrari, Survivor Services Supervisor at IRC
- Oct 28th | Understand Medical Issues and Treatment Options with Hasna Koudri, Registered Nurse at Sutter Hospital
- Nov 4th | Nutrition and Health, Omar Noori, MD
- Nov 11th | Navigating American Social Systems, Shafiqa Mangal
- Nov 18th | Legal Contracts and Responsibilities, Sara Zahbihi, Attorney at McCarthy Construction Inc.
- Nov 25th | Thanksgiving, NO Session
- Dec 2nd | 3rd Term Cohort | Cultural Orientation, Sima Nafiz
- Dec 9th | Immigration Laws and Crimes, Apura Behal, Attorney
- Dec 16th | Social and Behavioral Challenges, Hinda Hussein, Behavior Therapist
- Dec 23rd | Self-Defense and Awareness, Darren Dumas, Marshal Art School
- Jan 6th | Learning English Made Easy, Olga Evans – ESL Linguist
- Jan 13th | Family Conflict and Domestic ViolenceAhmad Masoud – Family and Marriage Counselor
- Jan 20th | Motivation and Inspiration for Reaching Your Goals, Anne Kjemtrup, Research And Development Scientist
- Jan 27th | Self-Defense and Awareness [Part 2], Darren Dumas, Marshal Art School
We invite you to join us to learn more about our program.
Help us spread the word to families in need! Your support can make a difference in many lives.
Get in Touch
For further questions and registration details, please get in touch with us. We are here to address any inquiries you may have.
Email us at arsi@salamcenter.org.
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