Around Town: African Community Network Kicks Off its First Fundraising Dinner: “Taste of African Diversities”
In an effort to foster an environment of multicultural unity, The African Community Network (ACN) is hosting its first "Taste of African Diversities" dinner and celebration on March 20 at 4 p.m. at 2010 Carlisle Avenue, Richmond, VA 23231. The event is open to the public. Donations are encouraged.
The event will feature a variety of authentic African cuisines from various countries across the Continent including Nigeria, Ethiopia, Cameroon, Eritrea, Sudan, Kenya, Senegal, Ghana, Liberia, Togo, and Mauritania. Live African music and cultural dancing will reverberate throughout the evening and African artifacts will be on display. The purpose of the event is to promote unity throughout diverse communities within the Greater Richmond Area and to foster a deeper appreciation for African influences, cultures and traditions.
ACN is a new, non-profit organization that aims to serve African families and communities in the areas of education, economic development, health, advocacy and social and cultural affairs. ACN works to promote diversity and helps bridge the gap between communities in order to develop a better quality of life for all.
“ACN is growing to become the face and voice of Africans in Virginia and beyond,” said Sam Dilla, president of ACN and a Sudan native.
The ACN meets the second Thursday of every month at the Greater Richmond Chapter of the American Red Cross, located at 420 East Cary St., Richmond, VA 23219. For more information on "Taste of African Diversities" dinner or on the ACN, contact Mahamadou Tandia at 804.833.3126 or Osita Iroegbu at 804.484.9356.
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