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Year of the United Kingdom: Examining Two Texts that Changed the World — ‘The Wealth of Nations’ and the Declaration of Independence
February 23 at 11:15 am - 12:05 pmConsular Conversations: Taiwan
March 10 at 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Loews Atlanta Hotel and Atlanta-based artist Lisa KaiRobinson will co-host a pop-up art exhibit featuring the works of Ghanaian artists Kwesi Atta Kakra Asiedu who goes by “Gospel” and Quarshie […]
The African Film Festival Atlanta (AFFATL), powered by the African Film & Arts Foundation Inc. (AFAF), is pleased to announce some spotlight films: the opening feature, the centerpiece, and the closing […]
The Atlanta International Night Market is excited to announce its partnership with the City of Lawrenceville and to bring back Around the World in the DTL for the 3rd year! […]
This Summit is a collaboration of Kenyan immigrant community in America and their affiliated organizations that form the Association of Kenyan Diaspora Organizations, Inc. Our theme this year is “Diaspora Expanding Opportunities & Partnerships for […]
The Wheels of Happiness Foundation’s annual fundraising gala is the event of the year! On September 30th, 250 people from across the nation will gather to support our cause and have a great time doing it. The evening begins at 6 pm with a pre-function, where guests can bid on amazing items in the silent auction while sipping on […]
Every Year. Every Fall. Every October. The 2023 Sabar Rek Atlanta Conference & Cultural Event takes individuals on a cultural ride of the folkloric art forms of West Africa. This 3-day educational and cultural arts experience, curated by artist Assane Kouyaté, uncovers ngueweul (griot) traditions exclusive to Wolof and Serer heritage and diverse ethnic groups […]
The 12th Pan African Global Trade and Investment Conference with Clark Atlanta University and the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs is scheduled for October 10 - 14, 2023. 4 HBCUs in the Atlanta University Center have been invited to be active participants in the conference, as well as an open invitation to the remaining 102 […]
Kaolack (Pape Ibrahima Ndiaye) is a contemporary Senegalese dance artist with a substantial history as a performer, choreographer, and teacher. He trained with and performed in Senegal’s premier contemporary African dance company Jant Bi, directed by the “mother of contemporary African dance” Germaine Acogny. He also performed with contemporary dance luminary nora chipaumire (who hails […]
World Languages Day is a global career expo that brings together organization representatives from businesses, non-profits, government, and education to connect with over 1,000 high school and college students about the global skills essential to their industries. This event showcases diverse speaker panels and topics to highlight the value of language skills, cultural experiences, and […]
Liberia Economic Development Initiative (LEDI) and Honorary Event Chair, Ms. Xernona Clayton cordially invite you to attend the 8th Annual LEDI International Life Changers Awards Gala on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at 6:00 PM EST at the Marriott Hotel Atlanta Airport Gateway, 2020 Convention Center Concourse, Atlanta, GA, USA. The gala's theme, "A Journey of Hope: Manifesting Dreams into Reality," underscores the transformative impact that LEDI strives […]
The South African Women's Alliance (SAWA) has promoted South African tourism, arts and culture through the film, fashion, and music industries. This year's gala will feature the Ndlovu Youth Choir who gained world fame when they appeared as finalists on America's Got Talent in 2019. Featured speakers at this year's gala include Felicia Mabuza-Suttle, South […]
The Center for Studies on Africa and Its Diaspora presents: Ethiopia, Memories of Home: Revolution, Refuge, and Renewal, featuring Partner and Global Creative Director for The Wolfgang Puck Group of Companies and the Center for Studies on Africa and Its Diaspora (CSAD) external advisory board member Gelila Assefa Puck. Join CSAD at Georgia State University for […]
With a mission to support Black-owned brands seeking a home for their product, The Village Retail is a retail experience rooted in storytelling and upward mobility, and intersects cause, culture, retail and community. Details will be announced soon for a Kwanzaa celebration hosted by The Village Retail.
At home in the world’s biggest market, expanding sales internationally can seem a bridge too far for many U.S. companies. But for every firm whose anxiety or apathy causes them to miss cross-border opportunities, there’s another finding lucrative customers around the world. From software royalties and franchise fees to manufactured inputs and consumer products, sellers […]
Interested in understanding how the world comes to Georgia? Join Christopher N. Smith, Attorney at Law and Global Atlanta for the Fifth Annual Statewide Global Trade and Investment Symposium in Macon, where we’ll unpack the intricate connections between the state and the global economy. The evening discussion and reception at Wesleyan College will feature leading voices from across the state representing the countries, […]
The Flowers X Seeds Fundraising Gala celebrates an under-recognized established visual artist and plants a seed for an emerging visual artist, both based in Georgia, by presenting The Nellie Mae Rowe Award, generously made possible by The Judith Alexander Foundation. The February 16th, 2024 gala will be an immersive multi-sensory event showcasing art by the […]
As technology continues to shape the future of work, companies are facing unprecedented challenges in managing their cross-border workforce. Changes in immigration policy, blurred lines between home and office, and fluctuations in real estate markets can all complicate the process. Local firms are finding success by blending cultural consideration with policy preparedness, while international firms […]
Join the Chamber’s U.S.-Africa Business Center in Atlanta on March 18 for a special convening of the Advance with Africa program in partnership with the President’s Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement to foster economic engagement through Diaspora business ties. Discover insights and connect with industry leaders at The Gathering Spot ATL.
Celebrate the year of Senegal with music, song, and dance! The College of the Arts and Global Education present Khaware (Xaware), directed by Dasha Chapman and Theresa Howard of the Department of Dance. This celebration of West African dance and music features djembe and sabar drum traditions, as well as enchanting kora music, contemporary compositions, […]
The Atlanta Mayor’s Offices of International & Immigrant Affairs and Cultural Affairs, in collaboration with the Atlanta Beltline, is celebrating the fifty-year anniversary of the Alanta-Lagos Sister City agreement by hosting two artists from Lagos. The artists are a part of the public art residency and exhibition sponsored by the Atlanta Beltline and curated by […]
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