Africa Day 2026: Dialogue on African, Caribbean, and Black (ACB) Community Associations

Overview

Celebrate Africa Day on May 25, 2026 from 5:30 to 6:30pm with a release of a report on ACB Community Associations in Canada and a dialogue.

AFRICA DAY 2026 – PUBLIC LAUNCH & POLICY DIALOGUE

Hosted by CanAfro Research Institute

Join us on Africa Day 2026 for the public launch of Canada’s first national study on African, Caribbean, and Black (ACB) community associations in Canada.

This important national dialogue will bring together researchers, academics, community leaders, policymakers, students, service providers, and members of African and Caribbean communities to reflect on the role, contributions, challenges, and future of community associations across Canada.

EVENT DETAILS

Date:
Monday, May 25, 2026

Time:
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM EST

Location:
Virtual Event via Zoom

Registration:
Free registration required. Register here https://www.eventbrite.com/x/africa-day-2026-public-launch-dialogue-on-acb-associations-in-canada-tickets-1988672902184

Zoom details will be shared upon registration.

PRESENTERS

• Dr. Tedla Desta
Lead Author
CanAfro Research Institute

• Professor Marieme S. Lo
African Studies Centre
University of Toronto (UofT)

• Representatives from African and Caribbean Community Associations

WHAT TO EXPECT

Attendees will have the opportunity to:

• Learn about key findings from Canada’s first national study on ACB community associations

• Engage in discussions on community leadership, institution building, and public policy

• Explore challenges related to funding inequities, sustainability, and community infrastructure

• Hear community perspectives and experiences from African and Caribbean organizations

• Network and connect with researchers, community leaders, and stakeholders

• Learn about future CanAfro Research Institute initiatives and collaborations

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

• Community leaders and organizers
• Researchers and academics
• Students and educators
• Policymakers, funders, and service providers
• Members of African, Caribbean, and Black communities
• Allies and individuals interested in equity, community development, and public policy

ABOUT THE REPORT

The report examines the role and contributions of African, Caribbean, and Black community associations in Canada and highlights their impact on settlement support, advocacy, wellbeing, cultural preservation, and community development.

Hosted by:
CanAfro Research Institute

Website:
www.canafroinstitute.com