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About Aweys

Aweys Ali is a Somali-American community leader, author, and the founder of Afrikana Community Center Inc. After arriving in the United States in 2004 and settling first in Atlanta, Georgia before relocating to Louisville, Kentucky in 2008, Aweys witnessed firsthand the challenges facing African immigrant and refugee families. With over 10 years of grassroots community service, he founded Afrikana in 2025 to create a permanent home for African families in Louisville. He is also the Secretary of Masjid Abubakar Islamic Center of Louisville and the author of several Islamic books including The Power of Istighfar.

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For inquiries contact Afrikana Community Center Inc.

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(502) 475-6117

About Osman

Osman Noor serves as Vice President of Afrikana Community Center Inc. A committed community leader with deep roots in the Louisville African community, Osman brings strong organizational leadership and a passion for African family empowerment. His multilingual background allows him to connect authentically with diverse community members.

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For inquiries contact Afrikana Community Center Inc.

info@afrikanacommunitycenter.org

(502) 475-6117

About Fatima

Fatima Mohamed serves as Secretary of Afrikana Community Center Inc. She ensures all organizational records, meeting minutes, and official correspondence are accurately maintained, supporting the transparency and accountability that Afrikana is committed to. Her fluency in English and both Somali dialects enables her to serve as an effective communicator across the organization.

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For inquiries contact Afrikana Community Center Inc.

info@afrikanacommunitycenter.org

(502) 475-6117

About Asha

Asha Abdulahi serves as Treasurer of Afrikana Community Center Inc. She brings strong financial oversight and a deep commitment to fiscal responsibility. Asha ensures that every dollar donated to Afrikana is managed with integrity, transparency, and maximum impact for the African families it serves.

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For inquiries contact Afrikana Community Center Inc.

info@afrikanacommunitycenter.org

(502) 475-6117

About Sadiyo

Sadiyo A. Khamis serves as Programs Director of Afrikana Community Center Inc. She leads the development, coordination, and delivery of all Afrikana programs — from youth mentorship and women's empowerment to the Afrikana Hope Initiative. Sadiyo brings a community-centered approach to program design, ensuring every service is culturally responsive.

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For inquiries contact Afrikana Community Center Inc.

info@afrikanacommunitycenter.org

(502) 475-6117

About Moxamed

Moxamed Hussien serves as Youth Director of Afrikana Community Center Inc. He is deeply passionate about empowering the next generation of African youth in Louisville. Moxamed understands the unique challenges faced by young African immigrants and refugees and works tirelessly to create spaces where they can thrive, lead, and take pride in their heritage.

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For inquiries contact Afrikana Community Center Inc.

info@afrikanacommunitycenter.org

(502) 475-6117

About Abdiwahab

Abdiwahab Ali serves as Officer and Director on the Board of Afrikana Community Center Inc. He brings a broad perspective to board governance and is committed to ensuring Afrikana operates with the highest standards of accountability and community trust as the organization grows.

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For inquiries contact Afrikana Community Center Inc.

info@afrikanacommunitycenter.org

(502) 475-6117

About Morris

Morris Doe serves as a Board Member of Afrikana Community Center Inc., bringing valuable perspective from the Francophone African community. His bilingual English and French background enables Afrikana to better serve families from French-speaking African nations including Congo, Ivory Coast, Senegal, and Cameroon.

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For inquiries contact Afrikana Community Center Inc.

info@afrikanacommunitycenter.org

(502) 475-6117

About Abdullahi

Abdullahi Khamis serves as a Board Member of Afrikana Community Center Inc. Deeply rooted in Somali culture, Abdullahi brings authentic grassroots perspective to board governance. His fluency in both Somali dialects — Maay Maay and Maxaa Tiri — gives him a unique ability to connect with and advocate for the full range of Somali community members in Louisville.

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For inquiries contact Afrikana Community Center Inc.

info@afrikanacommunitycenter.org

(502) 475-6117

About Ali

Ali M. Khamis is a Board Member of Afrikana Community Center Inc., bringing an extraordinary depth of linguistic and cultural knowledge. His mastery of five languages — including Sign Language and the rare Kizigua (Af-Mushunguli) dialect — makes him a uniquely valuable voice on the board, ensuring that some of the most underserved members of the African community are represented and included in Afrikana's work.

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For inquiries contact Afrikana Community Center Inc.

info@afrikanacommunitycenter.org

(502) 475-6117

About Luul

Luul A. Khamis serves as Volunteer Coordinator at Afrikana Community Center Inc. She is the heart of Afrikana's volunteer program — recruiting, training, scheduling, and supporting the dedicated volunteers who make Afrikana's programs possible.

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For inquiries contact Afrikana Community Center Inc.

info@afrikanacommunitycenter.org

(502) 475-6117

About Jamal

Jamal Aden is a dedicated Community Outreach Coordinator at Afrikana Community Center Inc. With authentic connections in Louisville's African community, Jamal serves as the bridge between Afrikana and the families it exists to serve — going where families are to share information, build trust, and ensure no family is unaware of the support available.

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For inquiries contact Afrikana Community Center Inc.

info@afrikanacommunitycenter.org

(502) 475-6117

About Faisal

Faisal Jilani is a passionate Youth Support Specialist at Afrikana Community Center Inc. He works directly with young African immigrants and refugees in Louisville — providing mentorship, tutoring, sports activities, and a safe space to grow.

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For inquiries contact Afrikana Community Center Inc.

info@afrikanacommunitycenter.org

(502) 475-6117

About Madey

Madey Khamis is a highly gifted multilingual interpreter and translation specialist at Afrikana Community Center Inc. With fluency in six languages including the rare Kizigua (Af-Mushunguli) dialect and Sign Language, Madey ensures that no family is left behind due to a language barrier. He serves African families during medical appointments, legal consultations, school meetings, and government interactions.

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For inquiries contact Afrikana Community Center Inc.

info@afrikanacommunitycenter.org

(502) 475-6117

About Hussien

Hussien Issack is a trusted Community Liaison at Afrikana Community Center Inc. He serves as the vital connection between Afrikana and the broader African community — building relationships, gathering community feedback, and ensuring that Afrikana's services are accessible, trusted, and responsive to real needs.

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For inquiries contact Afrikana Community Center Inc.

info@afrikanacommunitycenter.org

(502) 475-6117

About Abdul

Abdul Shariph is a dedicated staff member and community contributor at Afrikana Community Center Inc. With strong connections to Louisville's African community and fluency in both Swahili and English, Abdul serves as an important bridge between Afrikana and East African families in Louisville.

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For inquiries contact Afrikana Community Center Inc.

info@afrikanacommunitycenter.org

(502) 475-6117