On the 13th episode of Immigration Today! we welcome Meymuna Hussein-Cattan, an executive, entrepreneur, and owner of Flavors From Afar. Flavors From Afar is a black-owned social-enterprise restaurant that brings traditional recipes and global flavors to Los Angeles. Located in Little Ethiopia, Flavors From Afar uniquely highlights chefs who are refugees, indigenous people, and immigrants who make cuisines from around the world. She also focuses on job creation and entrepreneurship. Aside from that, Meymuna is the CEO of the Tiyya Foundation, an award-winning grassroots organization that supports families of immigrants, refugees, and displaced Americans.
Meymuna’ s passion for helping immigrants is interconnected to her upbringing. She was born in a refugee camp in Somalia to Ethiopian parents. Her family is indigenous to East Africa and a huge inspiration for the work she does today. Meymuna received her BA in Social Sciences from UC Irvine and MA in Organizational Management from Antioch University. Meymuna has been recognized by the Office of Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, was a PBS/ KTLA Local Hero nominee, was selected Woman of the Year by Congressman Adam Schiff, has been publicized in the LA Times, Buzzfeed, Voyage LA, and much more.
Flavors From Afar launched during challenging times in the midst of the rise of the pandemic, however, they have stayed afloat and have gained great recognition. They have plans of continuing to expand and you do not want to miss it! Pay them a visit and try a dish from their exquisite menu! Please also consider donating to the Tiyya Foundation and following them on their social media handles: Instagram, Facebook , LinkedIn.
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