LAMSOM | Lambeth Somali Community Association, Stockwell

Lambeth Somali Community AssociationBilingual advice, education and support for families in Stockwell.

Serving Stockwell since1990

A safe, welcoming home for the Somali community in Lambeth. Advice, learning, health and sport, all under one roof on Stockwell Road.

See this week

Somali proverb

Aqoon la'aan waa iftiin la'aan

Without knowledge, there is no light.

Ignorance is like living in darkness, while knowledge brings clarity, guidance and understanding. It is why education sits at the heart of everything we do.

Programmes and services

What we offer

Six projects run by and for the community, from advice sessions to Saturday football.

Community members gathered at a LAMSOM session

Advice

Advice and employment support

Tailored, bilingual advice on housing, benefits and work, plus help with job applications, CV writing and career planning for economic stability and personal growth.

Women attending a community health session

Health

Cancer screening and early detection

Educating the community about cancer prevention, screening and early detection to improve health outcomes and encourage timely medical care.

Ask about sessions

Stockwell FC youth players lined up on the pitch

Sport

Stockwell FC

A club for young people and adults that builds teamwork, discipline and community spirit, inspiring healthier lifestyles and stronger friendships.

Saturday sessions

A mother and her children on a LAMSOM day trip

Health

Child and mother immunisation

Raising awareness of why immunisations matter, promoting health education and making sure mothers and children can access the vaccines they need.

Students studying at the LAMSOM supplementary school

Education

LAMSOM supplementary school

Weekend support in English, maths and science that helps students reach their goals and their full potential.

Weekend classes

A member of the women's group at the sewing class

Women

Women's group

A dedicated space for women to connect, share experiences and take part in activities that build skills, confidence and support.

Coffee mornings

This week at LAMSOM

Drop in,
join in

Pick a day to see what's on. Everyone is welcome, and sessions run in Somali and English.

Life at LAMSOM

Moments together

Open the gallery

Stockwell FC 5 photos

Events and trips 10 photos

Supplementary school 9 photos

Visit us

13 to 15
Stockwell Road

London SW9 9AU, a short walk from Stockwell station.

Get directions Contact us

Monday to Thursday: 9am to 6pm
Saturday and Sunday: 10am to 5pm
Phone: 020 7738 6372
Email: Lamsom@lamsom.org.uk