Welcome to Salaam Urban Village Association!

Promoting Self-Sustainability & Reliance
Salaam Urban Village Association (“SUVA”) is a 501(c)3, non-profit organization, currently serving East-African refugees, immigrants, and asylees residing in Greater Seattle Area, WA. Through its culturally relevant services, SUVA strives to create supportive environment to its clients, and ultimately, help them become a contributing member of their society.

Programs and Services

Youth Programs
SUVA’s Youth Program focuses on academic and cultural enrichment activities, including after-school tutoring and mentoring. The Program encourages students to achieve academic excellence, build strong leadership, team, and communication skills, and aims to increase parental/guardian involvement and support in students’ educational pursuits.

Adult and Senior Services
The adult and senior services offer case management, advocacy, counseling, therapy, citizenship/naturalization assistance, and referral services in culturally, linquistically, and socially-competent environment.

Interpretation/Translation Services
Interpretation and/or translation services are available in Amharic, Tigrigna, Oromo, Arabic, Spanish, and French. Service fees apply.

SUVA News

09-18-2010
Block Party
Organizer: Rainier Court Associates. Purpose: To bring together the residents in the Rainier Court to celebrate and encourage cultural exchanges as well as inform residents about service providers. Location: 3621 33rd Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98144. Time: 1-4pm.
Current Opportunities
After School Tutor(s)
SUVA's currently looking for tutor(s) for its after-school program.
Interpreters/Translators
SUVA's continually hiring interpreters/translators. If interested, please contact us for further details.
Volunteers
If you're looking for a volunteer opportunity for a meaningful purpose, SUVA would love to hear you! We appreciate and value our volunteers!