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Africa Centre
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 22 ก.พ. 2021
The Council for the Advancement of African Canadians in Alberta, also known as the Africa Centre, is a not-for-profit that serves as a hub for communities of African descent through a wide range of programs and services aimed to support all ages. The largest of its kind in Western Canada, the centre is proud to offer support such as affordable and accessible childcare, youth mentorship, mental health programs, gender equality and women empowerment, employment and skill development, senior well-being and engagement, among others. The Africa Centre’s initiatives work towards empowering and sharing the voices of Albertan’s of African descent while also addressing challenges, societal issues and barriers they may experience. The Africa Centre is committed to empowering Black individuals through a strong African Indigenous cultural foundation incorporated across its programs and services.
Happy Holidays from Africa Centre
As we close 2024, I want to thank you for being an essential part of our journey this year. Your support has uplifted African descent communities across Alberta, enabling us to deliver impactful programs, services and events.
This holiday season, I hope you take time to celebrate, feast, and give back to your communities while enjoying a well-deserved break. Together, let’s embrace the joy of the season and the spirit of giving.
As we prepare for 2025, we invite you to join our year-end campaign. Your generosity will help us continue breaking barriers, building connections and fostering empowerment in the year ahead.
Your donation supports:
-Youth leadership and education programs
-Culturally relevant community resources
-Advocacy for systemic change and inclusion
-And more
Happy holidays from all of us at Africa Centre! Thank you for believing in our mission.Together, we can create an even brighter future.
With gratitude,
Sam Juru
Executive Director, Africa Centre
This holiday season, I hope you take time to celebrate, feast, and give back to your communities while enjoying a well-deserved break. Together, let’s embrace the joy of the season and the spirit of giving.
As we prepare for 2025, we invite you to join our year-end campaign. Your generosity will help us continue breaking barriers, building connections and fostering empowerment in the year ahead.
Your donation supports:
-Youth leadership and education programs
-Culturally relevant community resources
-Advocacy for systemic change and inclusion
-And more
Happy holidays from all of us at Africa Centre! Thank you for believing in our mission.Together, we can create an even brighter future.
With gratitude,
Sam Juru
Executive Director, Africa Centre
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