The Association for African Development works towards raising awareness & developing knowledgeable leaders with the intent of promoting African enhancement
The Association for African Development at NYU works towards the enhancement of the skills of NYU students by focusing on raising awareness & developing knowledgable leaders with the intent of promoting African enhancement. We intend on achieving this in part by running a Speakers series with prominent industry and political leaders from across the continent presenting on the growing opportunities in a quickly transforming Africa.
02/10/2026
🚨 E-BOARD APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN 🚨
We’re looking for passionate students (especially freshmen & sophomores!) to help build community and culture at AAD 💜🌍
Marketing | Operations | Member Engagement
Apply by emailing your resume to 📧 [email protected] 💫
02/10/2026
Do you love all things African diaspora related? 🤝🏾Are you looking for community🫂? 📚Midterms got your brain fried? 🧠 Come unwind with ADD at our Midterm Refresher! Join us for coloring, food, drinks, and good vibes 🎶 Hope to see you there!
⏰Tuesday, October 28 at 6:30 PM
📍 Leslie E Lab, Pre-Money Room
🔗 RSVP link in bio!
DIS YOU?! then come hang with us to relax, relate, and release!
📍Leslie E Lab, Pre-money room
📆 Tuesday, October 28
⏰ 6:30 PM
RSVP Link in bio!
10/25/2025
📚Midterms got your brain fried? 🧠 Come unwind with AAD at our Midterm Refresher! Join us for coloring, food, drinks, and good vibes 🎶 Hope to see you there!
⏰Tuesday, October 28 at 6:30 PM
📍 Leslie E Lab, Pre-Money Room
🔗 RSVP link in bio!
10/21/2025
✨ Event Recap: Voices of Change Political Refresh ✨
Last week, we hosted an engaging Voices of Change event where members came together to discuss pressing global and African issues. From media narratives on conflicts, to Africa’s role in international development, peace, and climate action, we covered all the bases. 🌍🗣️
The room was filled with insight, curiosity, and powerful dialogue. Thank you to everyone who joined, contributed, and helped make this such a meaningful space for conversation and growth. Stay tuned for our next exciting event coming next week!💜
Swipe through to see moments from the event ➡️
📍 Hosted by: NYU Association for African Development
10/14/2025
📣 New Date Alert!
Our event “Voices of Change: African Perspectives on Policy, Politics, and Global Development” has been rescheduled to TOMORROW, Wednesday, October 15 from 3:30–5:30 PM at Leslie E-Lab (16 Washington Place).
Join us as we explore how African perspectives can shape global conversations on peacebuilding, sustainable development, and human rights 🌍✨
Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate African voices in policy and diplomacy while having some good food and conversation. Don’t forget to bring your friends! 💬🫶
10/10/2025
Gotsss to be extra woke these days! Are you interested in African (diaspora) development, policy, and perspectives?!
COME SEE US TUESDAY OCTOBER 14, AT LESLIE E LAB FROM 3:30-5:30PM (SWIPE TO SEE DETAILS)
Let’s come together to discuss how we can be the change we want to see in the world! RSVP LINK IN BIO
09/28/2025
Hello everyone, quick update 🤸♂️✨ Our event date has been rescheduled. Same vibes, new date! Mark your calendars, we can’t wait to see you there 🤎🤎
09/10/2025
✨Welcome or welcome back everyone! AAD is having a welcome mixer to give you a chance to know more about us, while eating and fun too🥰! This is the place to connect and discover our objectives for the semester. You don’t want to miss it!
09/09/2025
The Association for African Development Club welcomes you all back to campus.
We look forward to seeing everyone today at Club Fest.
Stay tuned for more🤫