Coalition of African Communities - Philadelphia
The Coalition of African Communities - Philadelphia (AFRICOM) is an umbrella non-profit, 501(c)3 tax-exempt, organization that brings together various African, American and Caribbean community organizations and individuals, who subscribe to the mission and ideals of AFRICOM. The mission of AFRICOM is to improve the welfare of its community members by:
- Facilitating family access to health and social services, with special focus on women, children and the youth.
- Promoting economic development.
- Facilitating resolution of inter and intra-group conflicts.
- Advocating on issues of concern to African communities &.
- Educating the media and broader public on African cultures and experiences.
Scheduled Events for 2008
- The 8th African and Caribbean Health Fair
- 33rd Annual ODUNDE Festival Weekend (3 events)
- Fund-Raiser & Entertainment, featuring live performances by Evangelist Gobourne, Sis Dionne Rochester & more!
- Celebrate Africa Day
- African & African-American Mural Dedication
- Symposium on African & African-American Mural Relationships
- Fund-Raiser & Entertainment, featuring live performances by Evangelist Gobourne, Sis Dionne Rochester & more! - Organized by Coalition for Jamaica
- Celebrate Africa Day
- African & African-American Mural Dedication
- Symposium on African & African-American Mural Relationships