SOMALI INDEPENDENT
BUSINESS ALLIANCE

Empowering Entrepreneurs Globally and Locally: SIBA fosters Business Success for Refugees and Immigrants

Empowering Entrepreneurs Globally and Locally: SIBA fosters Business Success for Refugees and Immigrants

Guided by dedicated leadership, we champion the success of small businesses and inspire thriving communities.

Guided by dedicated leadership, we champion the success of small businesses and inspire thriving communities.

Who is a Refugee?

According to the UNHCR, refugees are people who have been forced to flee their home country due to persecution, conflict, violence, or other circumstances that have seriously disturbed public order. They are entitled to international protection, as defined in the 1951 Convention and regional refugee instruments, as well as UNHCR’s Statute.

Who is an Immigrant?

As per the UN Migration Agency, i.e., the International Organization for Migration (IOM), a migrant is someone who has moved or is moving to a new place, either within their own country or to another country. This movement can be voluntary or involuntary, and for a variety of reasons, regardless of the migrant's legal status or how long they plan to stay.

Join the King County Hazardous Waste Management program for a fun, FREE, and educational Safer Cleaning training session. 

Join the King County Hazardous Waste Management program for a fun, FREE, virtual Safer Cleaning workshop. 
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Accounting, Bookkeeping and Tax Compliance September 21,2024

Train the Trainer-King County Safer Cleaning October 5, 2024

Join the King County Hazardous Waste Management program for a fun, FREE, and educational Safer Cleaning training session. 

L&I Essentials for Business Workshop
October 19,2024

King County Safer Cleaning Business Training
October 20, 2024

Join the King County Hazardous Waste Management program for a fun, FREE, virtual Safer Cleaning workshop. 
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SIBA in collaboration with the Somali Childcare Providers Association (SCPA) and ACCPNW held a meeting to further expand entrepreneurs knowledge of business basics. This workshop further delved into utilizing technology, building your network and more. Certificates were awarded at the end of these business basics workshops.

On March 23, 2024, SIBA and ACCPNW held a Small Business Loan Readiness workshop to discuss loan readiness for entrepreneurs and their small businesses. This discussion also delved into credit score and the secret to becoming a successful business owner in America.

This workshop was held to further expound on loan readiness. Mr. Peter Gishuru provided his insights on becoming a successful business owner in America and Phon Sivongxay shared her professional knowledge on the good and bad powers of credit score.

Past Events

SIBA in collaboration with the Somali Childcare Providers Association (SCPA) and ACCPNW held a meeting to further expand entrepreneurs knowledge of business basics. This workshop further delved into utilizing technology, building your network and more. Certificates were awarded at the end of these business basics workshops.

On March 23, 2024, SIBA and ACCPNW held a Small Business Loan Readiness workshop to discuss loan readiness for entrepreneurs and their small businesses. This discussion also delved into credit score and the secret to becoming a successful business owner in America.

This workshop was held to further expound on loan readiness. Mr. Peter Gishuru provided his insights on becoming a successful business owner in America and Phon Sivongxay shared her professional knowledge on the good and bad powers of credit score.

Who is a Refugee?

According to the UNHCR, refugees are people who have been forced to flee their home country due to persecution, conflict, violence, or other circumstances that have seriously disturbed public order. They are entitled to international protection, as defined in the 1951 Convention and regional refugee instruments, as well as UNHCR’s Statute.

Who is an Immigrant?

As per the UN Migration Agency, i.e., the International Organization for Migration (IOM), a migrant is someone who has moved or is moving to a new place, either within their own country or to another country. This movement can be voluntary or involuntary, and for a variety of reasons, regardless of the migrant's legal status or how long they plan to stay.

Welcome from our President

Nafiso Samatar

Events Calendar

Welcome to the Somali Independent Business Alliance (SIBA)! As the President of SIBA, I am honored to extend a warm welcome to you. At SIBA, we are committed to empowering refugees and immigrants in Washington by equipping them with the knowledge, resources, and support needed to thrive as entrepreneurs. Together, we aspire to build vibrant communities and a stronger local economy. I invite you to explore our programs, get involved, and join us in this inspiring journey of entrepreneurship and growth. Thank you for being a part of the SIBA family.

May 25, 2023

Funding Somalia's Small Businesses SIBA held a meeting to discuss strategies for businesses to enter the US market and sell their goods. The meeting also explored opportunities provided by upcoming international business conferences in Somalia and Kenya.

May 28, 2023

Self-Employment vs Small Business

SIBA and ACCPNW held a meeting to discuss resources for self-employment and small businesses, including grants, UBI, EIN, and UEI numbers. The meeting also emphasized the importance of understanding the grant application process and writing clear and well-explained grant proposals.

June 5, 2023

Presenting Your Business

On June 5, 2023, SIBA and ACCPNW held a Zoom meeting to discuss the upcoming in-person meeting on June 10th, where participants would present their businesses or business ideas. Guidelines were provided for the presentations, and it was mentioned that potential investors may be in attendance.

August 27, 2023

Trucking for a Sustainable Future

This meeting was held to discuss ways to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions, including fuel-efficient driving, truck maintenance, eco-driving, using the right fuel, reducing idling, recycling, and incentives..

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