Agency Details:

East African Community Services

East African Community Services (EACS) is an inclusive organization that is dedicated to improving the well-being and quality of life of refugees and their families, and to preserving their diverse cultural heritage.

History:
From its start by four Somali refugees in 2001, EACS has been providing services to many of the over 20,000 East African refugees in the King County area. Throughout this time, EACS has established a strong record of service in the King County, easing the cultural shock of refugees throughout the area through culturally specific advocacy, resources, referral, and direct service. EACS has a clear understanding of the needs of its clients, a high level of trust in the community, and a high profile presence within the East African population in the King County.

Annually, through all of our programs, we provide comprehensive one-on-one counseling and assessment, referrals, and direct services to more than 400 families impacting approximately 400 children under the age of 18.

Contact people:

Nick Anderson, Program Coordinator, (phone), (email) Melody Waring, Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email) Abdurahman Jama, Executive Director, (phone), (email)

Address:

7054 32nd Ave S, Suite 207 Seattle, WA 98118 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.eastafricancs.org

Directions:

From I-5 South, take the Albro Place Exit (161) toward Swift Avenue. Turn Left onto S Albro Place. Turn Right onto Swift Avenue S. Continue on Swift Avenue S as it becomes S Myrtle Street. Turn Left onto. . . (more)   Nearest Bus Stop: 32, 36, 106, 2-3 minute walk

Miscellaneous Information

Liability
	No
Does your organization welcome court-ordered community service volunteers?
	Yes
Does your organization have volunteer positions for youth 12-18?
	No

Last updated on November 24, 2009