News & Updates
The African Minnesotan Cultural Experience Bus Tour
2024 2nd Quarter Forum - April 17th
Quarter 2: Fostering Economic Empowerment: Culturally Appropriate Business Development & Technical Assistance for African Immigrant
Communities
April 17, 2024 | 11 am - 1 pm CT | 1 pm - 3 pm ET
The discussion will explore the perspectives of Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), business owners, and policymakers, shedding light on the nuanced approaches required to address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by African immigrant communities in the realm of business and economic development.
First Forum of 2024 - February 21st
Building a Shared Black Identity: Exploring common experiences of African Americans & African Immigrant communities
February 21, 2024 | 11 am - 1 pm CT | 1 pm - 3 pm ET
For the first forum of 2024, we will talk about the shared black identity in connection with black history month. Join us we discuss how the path of African Immigrant combines with the lived experience of African Americans. Speakers and moderators will discuss expectations, realities, and shared community-building in America.
Moderator - Dr. Fatima T. Lawson, Ph.D.
Speakers - Dr. Martin Mungwa | Dr. Joseph Mbele | Hamil Douglas | Amber Bond