Fatma Mohammed

Fatma is an experienced community worker with extensive qualification in community development, cultural development and social welfare. With over 25 years of experienced, she has worked in various roles across NGO’s, local and state government, focusing on supporting new and emerging communities.

Fatma is the co-founder of Somali Welfare & Cultural Assoc, an organisation dedicated to building the capacity of African refugees and migrants in Western Sydney. Her commitment to community development extends to her role as the director of Africultures Festival, an initiative she co-founded 17 years ago, which celebrates African cultures and fosters community engagement.

A passionate volunteer, Fatma devotes much of her time to advocating for the well-being of African women and children. She firmly believes in the transformative power of community-led initiatives and works tirelessly to create lasting positive change within her community.