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Houston Africa Day is coming 🌍✨

We’re getting to work bringing the community together—culture, connection, and celebration all in one place. This is a true community effort, and we’re calling on everyone who wants to be part of something special.

If you’d like to join us—whether as a volunteer, partner, or participant—we’d love to hear from you.

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Let’s build this together. All hands on deck. 💫

At AfriPAC, we honor the rich contributions of the African diaspora—not just by celebrating our culture, but by empowering our communities to stay engaged, informed, and united.

We’re here to make sure our voices shape the policies that impact us, and to champion civic engagement and advocacy for African diaspora communities across the U.S. and beyond. 🌍🗳️

Back to School Celebration & Community Resource Fair! ✨
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon as we kick off the new school year with resources, food, and community support!

📅 Friday, Sept 6
🕐 2:00 – 4:00 PM
📍 Alief Community Center

✅ Free school supplies & backpacks
✅ Immigration information & resources
✅ Fresh food distribution
✅ Family fun & community spirit

Bring your family, friends, and neighbors—let’s start the school year strong together! https://bit.ly/AfriPACBackToSchool

We are so excited to join for this important event! Get ready to learn more about the budget! Sign up https://actionnetwork.org/events/be-part-of-the-budget

Get ready, Houston! Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson is joining us for Houston Africa Day — and it’s going to be powerful. As the son of civil rights legends and a bold advocate for justice, Congressman Jackson brings a legacy of activism, leadership, and vision to our city. He’s here to celebrate the strength of the African diaspora and commemorate the incredible legacies of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee and Congressman Sylvester Turner, two trailblazers who have transformed Houston through decades of fearless public service. Don’t miss this unforgettable moment of culture, community, and civic pride!

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Celebrate the Heartbeat of Africa in Houston!

Join us for Houston Africa Day 2025—a vibrant cultural celebration bringing together the rich heritage, music, dance, food, and sportsmanship of Africa!

📅 Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025
📍 Location: Alief Community Center, Houston, TX
🎟 FREE & Family-Friendly! https://houstonafricaday25.eventbrite.com

This year’s event will be an unforgettable experience featuring:
✨ Live Cultural Performances – Afrobeats, Highlife, Soukous, and traditional dance!
🥘 Enjoy African cuisine and live cooking demos!
⚽ Soccer Showcases – Soccer drills, crafts, and interactive fun! Celebrating Africa’s love for the game as we gear up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup!
👗 A stunning display of African prints and modern fusion styles!
🎨 Arts, Crafts & Country Exhibits – Explore Africa’s diverse cultures!

📢 Be part of this powerful celebration of African heritage, unity, and community!

Want to get involved? Sponsorship and partnership opportunities are available. Email [email protected]

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Join us at the Alief Community Park on May 17th for the Official Houston Africa Day from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM get your free tickets at HoustonAfricaDay.org

Ready to start your own business? Join us for a FREE virtual webinar on March 25 at 6 PM CST to learn how to thrive as an immigrant entrepreneur—regardless of status!

- Learn about business entities
- Discover available resources
- Get guidance on your entrepreneurship path regardless of your immigration status.

📅 Register Today 🔗 bit.Ly/Entrepreneurship4Immigrants



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Grateful beyond words to all the organizations, panelists, and supporters who made our Empowering African & Black Immigrant Communities event on Know Your Rights, Naturalization & Citizenship a success!

Your dedication to advocacy, legal empowerment, and community support is what makes real change possible. From those who shared their expertise on the panel to those who donated time and resources—THANK YOU! Because of you, we helped countless individuals take steps toward citizenship and greater civic engagement. We provided valuable information and KYR cards in many African languages including: Amharic, Tigrinya, French, Haitian Creyole, Swahili and Arabic.

Let’s keep building, educating, and advocating for our communities! We are so thankful for , and Harris County Public Libraries

Representation Matters!

TV has the power to shape narratives, and Bob Hearts Abishola has done just that—bringing the stories of immigrants and healthcare workers to primetime in a way that is both heartfelt and authentic.

A huge thank you to for their research on Black immigrants in TV and the importance of accurate representation. And of course, gratitude to for portraying Abishola with such pride, humor, and depth—reflecting the real-life experiences of so many Nigerian nurses in the U.S. healthcare system.

When our stories are told with truth and dignity, it not only resonates with those who see themselves on screen but also educates and enriches audiences everywhere. Here’s to more representation, more stories, and more voices being heard!