The Somali Community of Zurich Welcomes Said Abdullahi Bitow, Director of Communication and Public Relations at the Djibouti Parliament
Zurich, Switzerland – 16 Sept 2024
The Somali Community of Zurich warmly welcomed Mr. Said Abdullahi Bitow, Director of Communication and Public Relations at the Djibouti Parliament, during his visit to Switzerland.
The welcoming meeting brought together members of the Somali Community in the Zurich region, including community leaders, youth representatives, women, academics, and individuals actively involved in social and community affairs. During the meeting, community representatives provided Mr. Bitow with an overview of the general situation of the Somali community in Zurich, the activities being carried out to support the community, and the ongoing efforts aimed at strengthening social cohesion, unity, and cooperation among Somali families living in Switzerland.
The briefing also highlighted the community’s work in supporting social integration, preserving cultural identity, encouraging youth engagement, and creating spaces that bring together different sections of the Somali community. Participants shared updates on community-led programs, social initiatives, and the importance of maintaining regular dialogue and collaboration between Somali community organizations and visiting public figures from the Horn of Africa.
Mr. Said Abdullahi Bitow thanked the Somali Community of Zurich for the warm welcome and for the valuable briefing shared during the meeting. He praised the role played by Somali communities abroad in promoting unity, preserving cultural values, and supporting social development among diaspora communities. He also noted the importance of such meetings in strengthening mutual understanding, exchanging ideas, and building stronger links between communities and visiting officials.
The meeting further provided an opportunity for open discussion on ways to enhance cooperation, maintain community engagement, and encourage continued dialogue on matters affecting Somali communities living abroad. Participants emphasized the value of such engagements in reinforcing solidarity, strengthening networks, and promoting a shared sense of belonging within the diaspora.
At the conclusion of the meeting, the Somali Community of Zurich thanked Mr. Said Abdullahi Bitow for his visit and for taking the time to meet with members of the community, noting that gatherings of this kind contribute to stronger ties, greater understanding, and continued cooperation between Somali communities in Europe and public figures from the region.
