June 23, 2025

In light of May, Mental Health Awareness Month, MAS-SSF participated in several local events to provide education and integral support to our community.

Additionally, alongside several agencies representing numerous regions throughout California, MAS-SSF and several community members stood together in advocacy to oppose funding cuts to indispensable state-wide programs. Part of our participation in the May 20th Assembly and Budget Hearings included many of our staff members providing public comments.

MAS-SSF Was at the Afghan Resource Fair

Every Day of the Week-Long Event!



The Afghan Resource Fair brought in hundreds of individuals from the Sacramento region. MAS-SSF was present for all five days, Monday through Friday from May 5th through May 9th and offered on-site workshops, gift card raffles and table giveaways. California Northstate University's Colleges of Medicine and Pharmacy joined MAS-SSF on the last day of the Fair and offered onsite flu vaccinations, glucose and blood pressure screenings as well as information on sun safety. MAS-SSF is thankful to have been a part of this well-organized event and extends its thanks to the hosting and community agencies that offered their support.

Over 500 Attended the Unity Fair

to Celebrate Our Community's Diversity

Hundreds of families and individuals gathered to participate in the Fair on May 17th in Howe Park. Read more about the Fair and the organizers here.

The goal of the event was to build a stronger, more united community by celebrating our diversity through food, entertainment and art. MAS-SSF was pleased to attend such a fun and family-friendly event!

Community Care Hub at Encina High School

MAS-SSF was excited to participate in the Encina High School Community Care Hub on May 22nd. Over 100 families attended, and several organizations came together to support the students.

Our staff connected with more than 50 people one-on-one who showed interest in learning about MAS-SSF programs and services.

Download our Shifa for Youth Program flyer for details on our Newcomer services!

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Wellness Fair at Madison Elementary

MAS-SSF joined the Wellness Fair at Madison Elementary on May 22nd to support the families and students,. We brought our smiling staff as well as information and resources for the attendees. Staff were happy to provide information to families on our agency services and navigating health insurance under Covered California.

MAS-SSF and 12 community-based organizations were present to offer resources and support for parents.

The outdoor Wellness Fair on the school's campus was attended by nearly 60 people. We engaged with several families and enrolled them in our Shifa for Youth Program.

JFK High School Wellness Fair

MAS-SSF joined 20 other organizations to participate in John F. Kennedy's High School Mental Health Day Fair on May 28th.

Students were placed into two groups and were able to connect one-on-one with representatives from the various agencies; MAS-SSF embraced the opportunity to connect with hundreds of students.

With a mindful intention. . .

. . . MAS-SSF presented itself in an outreach and education capacity during Friday Prayers at various local masajid during the month of May. We provided information and referrals on-site for those seeking immediate assistance and conducted a workshop on removing the stigma around mental health as well as taking part in a panel-style conversation around the importance of seeking support.

Educational Workshop and Panel on Mental Health

On May 23rd, we offered a Workshop at MCYC on removing the stigmas around Mental Health and seeking support. This workshop was led by our Mental Health Chair, Sister Nazia Khan, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, and attended by 25 community members.

We thank MCYC for the opportunity to collaborate and present this workshop during the month of May in an effort to support the Mental Health needs of our community!

On May 30th, Sister Nazia Khan joined a panel focused on Mental Health at Tarbiya House in Natomas. She and Imam Kamran fostered an opportunity for the community to have an open discussion on Mental Health, removing stigmas and encouraged seeking support when in need. About 30 community members attended and benefited from this panel discussion.

Earlier in the day, Imam Sherif Ahmed delivered the Jummah Khutbah, also aligned with Mental Health, "Prophet Muhammed (PBUH): The First Mental Health Specialist." We thank Tarbiya Natomas for their collaboration and support of the Community!

If you'd like us to hold a workshop or participate in your event or gathering,

please contact us at (916) 486-8626 or info@mas-ssf.org.

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