EMPOWERING & STRENGTHENING THE YOUTH IN THE CHALDEAN COMMUNITY
OUR IMPACT
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Youth in our programs have dramatically improved their behavior and are more confident at home and in school, raised their grades, built strong friendships with the right groups and avoided harmful substances that can harm them. They also gain the skills, knowledge and networks to identify and work towards their career goals.
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We are incredibly inspired to have a community of friends, business associates, and loved ones that gather throughout the year in efforts to make sure The Ayana Group continues our mission. Your generosity is what makes our nonprofit organization thrive. With your financial support we are able to ensure every child has an equal opportunity to thrive and develop a successful future.
ABOUT CHALDEANS
The history of Chaldeans spans more than 5,500 years, dating back to Mesopotamia. They were a part of the southeast corner of Mesopotamia, known as Babylonia or Babylon (north Iraq today), between the 6th & 9th century BC. The Chaldeans briefly ruled Babylon during the 11th dynasty. Chaldeans were renowned for their study and knowledge of astrology and astronomy. While in Iraq, they lived in small villages where they farmed, played sports, celebrated milestones, and attended school. Many Chaldeans in America are trilingual, speaking Aramaic, Arabic and English. They are dominantly Aramaic speaking, a language known to be spoken by Jesus Christ.
Like many ethnic groups, Chaldeans came to the United States of America in search of better economic, religious and political freedom. Given the current global state, many more refugees are fleeing from the Middle East to seek refuge from religious persecution and terror groups. To date, there are approximately 60,000 Chaldeans across San Diego County, primarily concentrated in east county. It hosts the second-highest population of Chaldeans in the United States, behind only Metro Detroit.
The Ayana Group is proud to play a leading role in assisting the entire Chaldean community. In particular, those who have less economic opportunities and are unable to afford extracurricular activities.
