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Our Vision

At Taste of Africa, we engage with the African community to drive social change. We elevate
awareness and honour African heritage through educational programmes, creative projects,
and celebratory events.

Our values— inclusivity, empowerment, equality, respect, collaboration, awareness, and
celebration—guide all our efforts at Taste of Africa.

Our Aims

Our guiding principles—Encourage, Embrace, Educate, and Empower—steer our
efforts towards achieving our aims and reflecting our core values.

ENCOURAGE

We believe in: Sharing, Celebrating, Collaborating
Our intention: Bringing Communities Together

We create opportunities for African communities to connect, share experiences, and make a difference through exciting programmes and events. By nurturing a sense of togetherness and celebrating shared achievements, we strengthen bonds both and within the community and beyond.

EMBRACE

We believe in: Welcoming Everyone
Our intention: Championing Social Equality

We celebrate the diversity within African communities and build bridges with the wider population. By nurturing understanding and positive connections, we promote equality and create an inclusive space where African voices are heard and valued.

EDUCATE

We believe in: Awareness and Respect
Our intention: Celebrating African Culture and Building Racial Harmony

Through vibrant events, we celebrate the richness of African heritage and its connection to contemporary culture. By encouraging mutual understanding and respect, we highlight that African identity embraces both innovation and the present, while remaining deeply rooted in its history. These efforts help to build harmony among communities.

EMPOWER

We believe in: Empowerment and Equality
Our intention: Advancing Human Rights

We spotlight the human rights issues faced by African communities. Through open conversations and inspiring events, we empower individuals and communities to champion equality, strive for justice and drive meaningful change.

Institutions who believe in what we are doing

Our Partners

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Black History Youth Awards Dinner

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Headline Sponsors

Perks

  •  Brand publicised alongside chosen award category.
  • Brand publicised on all Black History Month events in Tees Valley.
  • Opportunity to speak and publicise your organisations services at Annual Taste of Africa