The story of UMAACO (United Moroccan American Association of Cleveland Ohio) is one of a simple vision. The vision that Moroccan Americans in the greater Cleveland area, Ohio and beyond can be united to create unprecedented synergy and value.
The environment of living abroad results in greater challenges and limits the assimilation process. As a result, UMAACO was created to unite all Moroccan Americans and stimulate our existence through social activities that aspire to tighten our Moroccan roots. To help ensure the transition of Moroccan American communities into economies and communities of Ohio and abroad, we focus to empower individuals and families to gain knowledge, skills and attitude needed to acquire a sense of belonging in serving in order to create a thriving community able to cope with the social and economic challenges of American society.
We are here to help and guide youths and adults with the necessary life skills for a better community.
We are here to empower our communities for a better tomorrow.
Our unity is our success!
Why join UMAACO?
UMAACO focuses its work on important issues that are fundamental not only to our existence in the US but also to strengthen communities throughout the state of Ohio. Supporting our communities while preserving our heritage by organizing cultural, social and educational programs are crucial to personal and professional growth.
We are committed with the vision of integration and to engage our youth and adults in programs that will set them up for success. We offer ways for families to have fun together and empower them to reach their goals. We welcome and embrace newcomers and help foster a cause driven community.
Mission:
The United Moroccan American Association of Cleveland Ohio (UMAACO) is a non-profit organization established to unite Moroccan Americans in the greater Cleveland area, Ohio. Our goal is to provide our members with a comprehensive strength to enable our growth in the US through social services, respect and tolerance for a harmonious and prosperous tomorrow.
Goals:
- Develop and maintain a strong Moroccan American community in the U.S. dedicated to serve the greater Cleveland Community Ohio by providing extended support to individuals and their families experiencing hardships.
- Integrate and contribute to this Country's lovely evolution by serving Humanity.
- Develop strategies and alliances to provide members with opportunities to leverage the UMAACO platform for personal and professional development.
- Promote community services and education initiatives throughout the community.
- Connect future generations with the moroccan culture by creating educational, cultural and social venues.