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Helping People Help Themselves. Since 2000, the IRC Micro Enterprise Program has helped refugees in San Diego achieve self-sufficiency through business ownership. The program provides: business training, start-up grants and business loans, and technical assistance. You can help these businesses by purchasing products and services from them. Please download a copy of the IRC Business Directory or click a link below to learn more about these businesses.

Art

Bata Henna: African Body Art 

Bata Henna offers the expert creation of authentic henna designs for all occasions. As trained artists, we will create custom exotic, ethnic and contemporary patterns for weddings, parties, festivals, ceremonies, corporate events, and craft fairs.

Contact Bata Henna today to arrange a convenient appointment at our home-based studio or at your home or business.

Bata Henna
4522 Dawson Apt. #6
San Diego, CA 92115
( 619-563-5114  Contact: Dahir Anab

Dessu Art

Original paintings and limited edition prints from renowned African artist. Drawing from a rich cultural heritage, artist Gebrelu G. Dessu explores the spiritual and physical wisdom of the world. Using mixed media, he gets inspiration from the ancient Byzantine era. His work explores inner truths and world views. Custom murals also available.

P.O. Box 4543
San Diego, CA 92164
( 619-285-9369
: www.gebrelu.com
8 info@gebrelu.com

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Automotive

Infinity Auto Body

Full service auto body and collision damage repair.

3877 42nd Street
San Diego, CA 92105
( 619-563-4988

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Barbers

EuroStyle Beauty Salon
Full service hair stylist

At Nail and Style Beauty, our highly trained staff offers a full range of hair care services including upbeat cuts, specialty wraps, foil highlights, colors, straightening, facials, manicures, pedicures and waxing. We use only top quality professional products and carry a broad range of fine hair and skin care products from the finest brands, such as Catwalk, KMS, Paul Mitchell, and 06. We are conveniently located in the heart of Scripps Ranch and open Monday through Friday 9:30am to 7:00pm and Saturdays 9:30am – 5:00pm.

10299 Scripps Trail Dr., D
San Diego, CA 92131
( 858-693-0509 Contact: Irina Bogomolny

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M&L Beauty Salon                                                                                                                                                                Hair braiding and beauty supplies

Exquisite weaving and hair braiding are the specialty of M&L Beauty Salon. At our convenient downtown location, we offer you the finest hair extensions and other hair care products. Our caring and knowledgeable staff will gladly consult with you on the products and the style that’s right for you, making M&L Beauty Salon a one-stop shop for your beauty needs.

835 Broadway
San Diego, CA 92101
( 619-347-8449 Contact: Momica Carr

The Flying Barber
Haircuts in the comfort of your home

The Flying Barber invites you to let go. De-stress and enjoy the convenience of quality personal grooming services performed in your own home. The Flying Barber will come to you!

Services include the following:

• Hair cut
• Hair Trim
• Beard and Mustache Trim
• Neck, Ear and Nose Trim

Don’t waste another trip to the mall. Save time and money and call the Flying Barber to make your appointment today. Serving the Greater San Diego Area. Please call for our special discounts for senior citizens, persons with disabilities and residents of nursing homes.

( 619-442-6770 Contact: Amir Ishou

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Catering

Frehiwot Injera
Unique North East African flatbread

Injera is a scrumptious spongy flat bread from North East Africa. Traditionally, it is eaten with spicy stews of lamb, beef, beans or vegetables which are served on top. It can be equally delicious with your favorite culinary treat or simply as a nutritious snack for in-between – a steal at only $3 for 5 delectable pieces. Frehiwot Injera makes its flat bread from three different kinds of flour, using only the very best and freshest ingredients. Call for home delivery or pick up at the North Park pick-up location.

Pick up at: 4564 Bancroft St.
San Diego, CA 92116 
( 619-255-9290 Contact Lia:

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RED African Cuisine
Specialty African dishes

Bring traditional, authentic African dishes including sambussas, stews, vegetables, rice, spiced tea, East African fl at breads and more to your next business function, African themed party, or wedding. With more than 20 years experience in the catering industry and a team of Somali chefs, RED African Cuisine specializes in Somali and Ethiopian delicacies. Let RED African Cuisine add some color to your next event with the taste of Africa. Also visit us every Tuesday from 10 am to 2 pm at the farmers’ market on the campus of UCSD.

( 619-479-8831 or 619-414-43154  Contact: Mohamed
8 Mohamed1222@netscape.net

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San Diego Halal Meat
Fresh Halal Meat delivered to Your Door

San Diego Halal Meat specializes in importing fresh Halal Meat from a certified Colorado butchery. With no danger of re-freezing and no lengthy international transit, San Diego Halal Meat brings fresh and juicy meats straight to your door. Choose from lean beef or chicken cut to size for your next family party or simply for your everyday consumption.

( 858-566-8620 or 720-838-6385 Contact: Gholam Alizadeh

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Childcare

Lia’s Child Care
Located in North Park/Normal Heights.

Bring your children to Lia’s Child Care where they will enjoy a warm and loving environment in which to play and learn. Your children will be provided a variety of fun and safe age appropriate activities including outdoor play, arts and crafts, and educational games. Our diverse group of children will give your children the opportunity to learn important socialization and leadership skills. For more information please call Lia’s Child Care today. 6:00 am - 6:00 pm - Children 10 years old & younger

( 619-255-9290  Contact: Lia Woldu

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Simin’s Family Child Care
Located between Mira Mesa and Rancho Bernardo.

At Simin’s Family Child Care, we know how important quality childcare is to you and your family. We also know how diffi cult it can be to find, which is why we strive to provide a family oriented, loving environment that you can trust. Here at Simin’s, we provide a culturally sensitive and multi-lingual atmosphere where your children will enjoy arts and crafts, outdoor play and educational activities. Upon request, home cooked meals are also provided. Please call Simin’s Family Child Care today and give your children a loving and safe place to spend their days. 6:00 am – 7:00 pm – Children of all ages

( 858-672-1288 Contact: Simin Roostamzadeh

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Cleaning Services

ACE – American Cleaning Experts

Residential and commercial cleaning specialists

No more scrubbing of floors, dusting of shelves or mopping in the bathroom. Let ACE - American Cleaning Experts do the dirty work while you enjoy a sparkling, clean home. ACE specializes in residential light cleanings, and full-service deep cleanings, that are available upon request. We are fully equipped and also offer carpet shampooing. If it is your business or office that needs to be cleaned, ACE is your expert as well.  Just give us a call for a free quote on our competitive rates.

( 619-665-6879  Contact: Osman Osman

: www.SanDiegoCleaningACE.com
8 info@SanDiegoCleaningACE.com

Clean Team Janitorial Services

Clean Team Janitorial Services provides commercial cleaning services and building maintenance throughout San Diego and Riverside Counties. Cleaning services include floor mopping, stripping, buffing and waxing, window cleaning, and carpet shampooing and vacuuming. From small businesses and offices to supermarket chains, restaurants and warehouses, Clean Team Janitorial Services will put together a customized cleaning and maintenance package for your property needs throughout San Diego and Riverside.

( (619) 922-2215
:   www.CleanTeamServices.com
8   info@CleanTeamServices.com
Contact: Sheko Omer

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Sophia Cleans

Home clean home…

With over ten years experience in residential cleaning services, Sophia Cleans guarantees that feeling of clean coziness in your home, whether you want a one-time cleaning or regular weekly/monthly cleanings.

Sophia Cleans also offers full service office and small business cleaning. Please contact us for our competitive rates.

( 619-607-2072  Contact: Sophia

: www.SophiaCleans.com
8 Contact@SophiaCleans.com

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Communications

Kelly Networks

Stay connected

Kelly Networks is a leading wireless master agent and distributor of wireless products and services in California.

Products and services include: Prepaid Wireless Postpaid Wireless Long-distance Telephone Cards Free Cellular Phone Card Terminal (Pay Go) Cellular Hardware Accessories and much more

4304 Orange Ave.

San Diego, CA 92105

Fax: 619-670-6630

( 858-245-3563  Contact: Kal Charry

: www.KellyNetworks.net

8 Kal@KellyNetworks.net

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Computers

Computer PC Doc

Your data is our life!

A Full PC Computer Service: Troubleshooting, Repair and Maintenance Hardware Upgrades, Software Installation Data Recovery and Protection Networking and Internet Connection Installation and Configuration Wire or Wireless Virus, Spam and Spyware Removal and Protection

( 858-342-7390 Contact: Ali Razavi

: www.ComputerPCDoc.com

8 ComputerPCDoc@yahoo.com 

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Cosmetics

Suzy Laku Mary Kay Products

Full range of America’s Best Selling Brand in cosmetics!

Enhance your beauty with skin care, make up, spa & body products and delightful fragrances. Suzy Laku is your Independent Beauty Consultant and expert distributor of America’s best selling brand!

According to the most recent industry sales data according to the Kline & Company, Inc.’s “Cosmetics & Toiletries USA 2005” study, Mary Kay was the best-selling brand in the combined categories of facial skin care and color cosmetics, as well as the best-selling brand in the individual categories of facial skin care; lip color, which includes lipstick, lip gloss and lip liner; and eye makeup remover in the U.S. in 2005.

( 619-817-1529

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Dentistry

Dr. Younan Family Dentistry

Putting a smile on the face of El Cajon!

Dr. Younan’s Family Dentistry is dedicated to your entire family’s dental care, offering a warm and welcoming environment for children and adults alike. We are a full service dental practice providing a full range of treatments including cleanings, fillings, crowns, bridges, and complete and partial dentures. We also offer basic cosmetic dental services, such as tooth whitening and veneers. Dr. Younan’s Family Dentistry, we will do everything possible to make your visits quick and comfortable. We speak fluent English, Assyrian and Arabic and look forward to welcoming you into our dental family.

312 Highland Ave. #102

El Cajon, CA 92020

( 619-440-0866

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Education

I-5 Driving School

I-5 Driving School of Escondido serves all of San Diego and San Diego North County (including Encinitas, Carlsbad, Fallbrook and Leucadia) as a premier provider of driving instruction. I-5 Driving School provides online and classroom lessons for teen and adult learners, as well as competitively priced behind-the-wheel driving instruction. We are conveniently located on West Mission Avenue in Escondido for easy local and freeway access.

(  (760) 690-3702
: www.I-5DrivingSchool.com
8 info@I-5DrivingSchool.com

Contact: Abdoul Diallo

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Fashion

Asili Traditions

Hand-crafted leather footwear and handbags

Walk as effortlessly and gracefully as the gazelles of the African steppe, and appreciate the subtle style of finely handcrafted leather sandals. With the matching handbags of equally high quality, you will be amazed how these accessories improve your appreciation of the little pleasures throughout your days.

( 619-602-6070  Contact: Leila Juma

: www.AsiliSandals.com 

8 info@AsiliSandals.com

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King Shoes

Casual women’s shoes at discount prices

At King Shoes, we treat every customer as a king without asking them to pay royal prices. Visit us at our San Ysidro location to browse our extensive selection of fashionable women’s shoes at prices even the common folk can afford!

2383 Via Segundo

San Ysidro, CA 92173
Building # 2 Space C-6

( 619-277-1817  Contact: Wameed Tepo

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Kota Puna (Come And See)

Authentic West African clothing with a colorful exotic flare.

Come and See our extensive collection of authentic African clothing for men, women and children. The diverse and sumptuous legacy of African heritage is seen in the richness in our textiles, forms and patterns. Kota Puna features beautifully handmade ethnic apparel that promotes the rich African culture and is imported directly from Western Africa.

( 619-281-7762 or 619-265-2959  Contact: Liliane Tunda

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Sarah Sami

Unique & affordable Muslim fashion

One of a kind

“Sarah Sami” is short for new Muslim and teenage clothing that is unique, yet affordable. All of my clothes are unique, as there is only one of every kind. My clothes truly are a limited edition— every piece has something different about it. There is no US made stylish Muslim clothing; it is all imported from overseas, is expensive, and not what is truly in “style”. Express yourself “Sarah Sami’s” designs give women everywhere in the United Stated the opportunity to express their unique tastes and styles in clothing. Every woman and teenager will feel empowered, because the clothes they wear are not only affordable and stylish, but also extremely unique. For women, by women. My ultimate goal is to establish a clothes factory in San Diego, to train women and to give them a great working environment. This will empower women to build a future for themselves.

( 619-243-9303  Contact: Sarah Sami

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Shiima Shoes

Men’s dress shoes

Shiima Shoes specializes in dress shoes for men that look professional without compromising comfort. We carry major brands as well as generic black and brown leather shoes. Extensive experience in the industry sets us apart from the competition, and we are happy to assist you in finding the right pair for you.

4348 54th Street

( 619-757-7995  Contact: Ibrahim

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Flowers

Send Me Roses

Flowers sent to your loved ones’ door

Family-owned and operated, Send Me Roses is committed to excellence and customer satisfaction. Our professional staff provides only the finest and freshest floral arrangements and gifts. Send Me Roses also backs our customer service promise with our 7-day freshness guarantee.

We offer a wide selection of beautiful roses and unique fl oral arrangements on our website at www.sendmeroses.com. You can also order by phone at 866-944-1630.

( 866-944-1630  Contact: Saleem Joya
: www.SendMeRoses.com 

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Handicrafts

Bantu Beads

Hand-made jewelry and embroidered decoration

The Bantu people of East Africa have a rich cultural tradition of passing on knowledge and customs through intricately woven and embroidered fabrics and finely beaded bracelets and belts.  The Somali Bantu Women’s Cooperative brings these marvelous cultural treasures to San Diego. All pieces are unique and entirely handmade, and their stunning beauty is only outdone by their rich cultural significance.

( 619-641-7510, extension 255 Contact: Mouna Issac
: www.BantuBeads.com 

8 info@BantuBeads.com

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Sophias’s Selection

Traditional African handicrafts and accessories

Give your home that special touch with unique artifacts from East Africa. Wood-carved bowls, vibrant colors on elegant tapestries, and graceful animal models will transform your home into a safari retreat.

( 619-607-2072  Contact: Sophia

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Tropical Heritage

Home

All Around Handyman

Taking care of all your home improvement needs

Looking for a handyman in San Diego? Look no further, you have found the expert! We do all your small jobs around your house. Call us at 619-760-6648. Absolutely honest and reliable service. Concrete Repair, Decorative Trim, Door Repair, Drywall Repair, Finish Trim, Flooring Repair, Garbage Disposals, Molding, Tile Repair, Installation of washer/dryer/dishwasher.

All Around Handyman has over 20 years of experience in all phases of home improvements. We are capable of handling all your home care needs. We are insured with many references available upon request. Most jobs are billed at a $35/hour rate (with a minimum charge of $100 per job). Call us for a FREE on-site estimate: 619-7606648. We’re sure that you will find our rates very competitive, our service highly professional, and our work superb. In short, we think you’ll find that we are simply the best ‘all around’.

( 619-760-6648 Contact: Mike

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Civil Construction Company

Building our customers’ dreams

Civil Construction Company provides the highest quality construction, remodeling and landscaping services available for your home. Because we understand how important your home is to you, we offer the utmost attention to detail in every aspect of every job.

Please contact Civil Construction Company by phone or email to discuss the details of your project and for a free estimate. 

( 858-717-5121  Contact: Amir Shakouri

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Luuley Stores

Quality Home Furnishings at affordable prices

Luuley Stores imports bedroom sets, dining room sets, living room sets and bedsheets and curtains directly from China and sells them at very affordable prices in San Diego.

( 619-434-7474  Contact: Luul Mohamoud

: www.Luuley.com  

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SANG Construction 
Home improvement experts

The full range of home improvement needs is expertly mastered by SANG Construction. Electrical work, light plumbing and heater/AC installation or repair are handled just as reliably as tile repair and drywall patching. 

( 619-277-9629  Contact: Nasser Mahdavi

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Insurance

Ali Khosoosi Farmers Insurance

To ensure a Good Life, insure YOUR Good Life

For all your home, auto and commercial insurance needs, licensed Farmers insurance agent Ali Khosoosi will help you get adequate coverage.

( 619-277-3399

( 858-450-4388  Contact: Ali

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Jewelry

Golden Eye Jewelry

Nothing says Love like the gift of Gold

At Golden Eye Jewelry you will find an amazing collection of handmade African designer jewelry for those who desire unique wearable art. Our commitment to traditional African beauty brings the spirit of the continent to light. 

( 619-471-5686  Contact: Samsam Mohamed

: www.GoldenEyeJewelry.com  

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Music

Iftin Entertainment

Your one-stop entertainment-shop

Your one-stop-shop for recordings of African music and video. With Iftin Entertainment, you can add some diversity to your stuffy CD collection. And for those treasures of yours on cassette tape or VHS, Iftin offers full transfer to digital media services.

4348 54th Street

( 619-415-7100  Contact: Ahmed Farah

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Thong Jieng
Sudanese reggae

Spice up your next party with some genuine African beats. Thong Jieng makes your event come to life with heartfelt reggae beats and melodious tunes. Singing of their plight as Sudanese “Lost Boys”, the four-piece set delivers a surprisingly upbeat and danceable performance that will prove to be the highlight of your celebration. Listen to samples and order their EP at www.theypouredfi re.com/music.

( 619-218-0009  Contact: Al Deng

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Yevgenia’s Piano Lessons