Skip to content
BOGSAN
Donate

Who we are

BOGSAN (Building Outreach for Guidance, Support and Advancement Network) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving quality of life for underserved populations through integrated health, education and social-development programs.

Operating in Minnesota, USA, and Somalia, BOGSAN connects communities with resources, institutions and opportunities through culturally responsive initiatives.

All our work in Minnesota, USAAll our work in Somalia

Mission, Vision and Core Values

Mission
To deliver accessible health services, quality education and social development initiatives through outreach, training, partnerships and media engagement.
Vision
To build healthy, educated and peaceful societies where individuals have the knowledge, resources and opportunities to thrive.

Core Values

  • Knowledge

    We believe education and accurate information empower people to improve their lives and communities.

  • Care

    We treat every person with compassion and respect, and put the wellbeing of the communities we serve first.

  • Unity

    We bring people together across generations, backgrounds and borders to work toward shared goals.

  • Accountability

    We take responsibility for our commitments and for the resources entrusted to us.

  • Transparency

    We are open about our work, our decisions and how we use the support we receive.

  • Inclusion

    We welcome everyone and make sure all voices in the community are heard.

Our approach
BOGSAN uses community-led partnerships, outreach, training, media engagement, evidence-informed programs and long-term capacity building.
Our Minnesota goal
Build a connected, educated, healthy and empowered community where young people have access to positive role models, educational and career opportunities, recreation, leadership development and meaningful ways to serve.
DepartmentsLeadership & Governance