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The British Somali Medical Association (BSMA) is the not-for-profit organisation for UK-based Somali doctors and medical students. We are dedicated to:

Supporting and empowering Somali medical students and doctors in the UK.
Widening access to medical careers within the British Somali community and other underrepresented groups.
Addressing healthcare challenges within the UK Somali community.

Since our establishment, we have championed initiatives that create meaningful impact across these three pillars.

OUR Achievements

For Our Members

Since 2018, the BSMA has held highly successful events and programmes for our membership. We have :

Built a thriving network of over 300 members, connecting Somali medics nationwide.
Organised specialty webinar series, national academic conferences, and teaching programs to support career development.
Hosted high-profile events, including our Annual Gala and National Conference, to celebrate the achievements of British Somali healthcare professionals.
OUR Programmes

For the Next Generation

At the BSMA, we have prioritised helping the widen access to Medicine and other healthcare careers for the next generation. We have:

Delivered “Access to Medicine” courses for aspiring medical students from the British Somali community and other under-represented groups.
Introduced the BSMA Scholars’ Programme and Medical school interview Courses to guide and help high-achieving students secure Medical school offers.
Developed innovative mentoring initiatives to increase diversity in healthcare professions.
OUR Programmes

For the Next Generation

At the BSMA, we have prioritised helping the widen access to Medicine and other healthcare careers for the next generation. We have:

Delivered “Access to Medicine” courses for aspiring medical students from the British Somali community and other under-represented groups.
Introduced the BSMA Scholars’ Programme and Medical school interview Courses to guide and help high-achieving students secure Medical school offers.
Developed innovative mentoring initiatives to increase diversity in healthcare professions.
OUR Projects

For Our Community

Since our founding, supporting and advocating for the British Somali Community has been a key objective for the BSMA. We have:

Led impactful COVID-19 campaigns, providing vital guidance through mosques, webinars, and media outreach.
Promoted mental health awareness through workshops and conferences.
Collaborated with key stakeholders to raise awareness of health inequalities affecting the UK Somali community.

Why Partner With Us?

By working with the BSMA, you can:

Mentor and inspire the next generation of Somali healthcare professionals.
Contribute to life-changing community health initiatives.
Collaborate on innovative projects tailored to meet the needs of the UK Somali community.

Return the form below to explore partnership opportunities and discover how we can work together to create lasting impact.

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