PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Spirit of the Diaspora Extravaganza
On Thursday, March 29, 2012, African Diaspora for Change kicked-off the event/fundraiser of the year: the Spirit of the Diaspora Extravaganza. Building on the UN’s declaration of 2011 as the International Year for People of African Descent, African Diaspora for Change has declared 2012 as “the Year of African Ascent." This semi-formal affair featured some of the leading artists from the African Diaspora representing Brazil, Nigeria, the U.S., Uganda and more!
Learn more and see photos and video from the event
Beyond the Vote Initiative
How do we make our voices heard as Black immigrants about the issues that matter most to us: like resources for our communities and immigration reform? IT’S TIME. Stay tuned for more information and how to become part of a movement. Let’s be the change that we want to see.
African Diaspora Inaugural Ball
In January 2009, African Diaspora for Change hosted the successful African Diaspora Inaugural Ball attracting more than 600 attendees, and an honorary host committee which included: Congressman Donald Payne; Baroness Valerie Amos of Great Britain; Ambassador Amina Salum Ali of the African Union; Dr. Gwen Mikell of Georgetown University; John Prendergast of the Enough Project, and others. Also featured were Angelique Kidjo, Les Nubians, Tracey Neale (as Mistress of Ceremonies) and many other talented artists. The event served as the official launch of the organization and helped to secure long-term partnerships with individuals and sponsors.
Learn more and see photos from the event
Diaspora Dialogues
The purpose of this program is to provide a moderated forum for discussing issues in the Black Diaspora and addressing many of the misconceptions we have about one another. As one of our featured “Dialogue” events, we are partnering with Kobina Aidoo, producer of The Neo African-Americans to bring the film to universities and communities. The film explores how rapid, voluntary immigration from Africa and the Caribbean to America is transforming the African American narrative.
Learn more and see photos from previous Dialogues
Culture & Cocktails, An Evening with ADC
An event showcasing the various cultures of Africa & its Diaspora through music, dance, storytelling and fashion. At each event, there will be three performances from artists from different parts of the continent/Diaspora. The purpose is to educate attendees on the vast differences between peoples of the continent.
Learn more and see photos from the event
Civic Education
Ongoing programs that aim to impart the knowledge and skills to our communities that are needed for effective participation in the community, government, and politics.
Law Series
There are a number of legal issues that many African immigrants and those in the African Diaspora community know little about. Through this series, we will educate the community on topics such as immigration, landlord/tenant issues, and others.
Annual African Diaspora Achievement Awards 2012
Our signature event and major fundrasier which will recognize the achievements of African immigrants, descendants and friends of Africa in Development & Humanitarian work, Business & Trade, Education, Music & Entertainment, Politics, Sports, Culture & History, Science, and Community Engagement.
PARTNERS
Collaboration is an important part of how we do our work and we believe in the power of many to promote change. We have partnered with a number of organizations in the past including: Africare, Constituency for Africa, the African Federation, DC Mayor’s Office on African Affairs, Shea Yeleen, the British Embassy/National Geographic, IDOA and others to promote programs of interest to the community. If you are interested in partnering with ADC on an upcoming program, please contact us at info@ad4change.org.