Welcome to African Diaspora UK
Welcome!
Uniting African Voices. Empowering Our Communities. African Diaspora United Kingdom (ADUK) is a community-led charity founded to bring together African individuals, charities, and community groups across Greater Manchester and beyond. Our vision is to create a united platform where African voices—spanning from North to Southern Africa—can be heard, supported, and celebrated.
Youth
Empowerment
Workshops, mentoring, and skills development programs tailored to African youth in the UK.
African
Cultural Events
We organise and support African cultural days, festivals, and heritage celebrations to showcase our traditions and educate the wider community.
Health & Well-being
Programs
Community leisure events, mental health awareness sessions, and fitness campaigns focused on enhancing physical and mental health.
African Development
Partnerships
Collaborating with African-based organisations on agriculture, education, trade, and poverty relief projects..
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Representing and advocating for African interests in public discourse and policy development in the UK and globally.
Ensuring that the voices of African diaspora members—whether from North, Central, East, West, or Southern Africa—are heard, respected, and reflected in the decisions that shape our lives.
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Building partnerships that help relieve poverty and support sustainable development in African countries, particularly through agriculture, trade, and capacity-building initiatives.
Acting as a bridge between the diaspora and Africa by fostering economic, cultural, and educational exchanges.
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Providing access to training, skills development, and employment support to enhance the personal and professional lives of African individuals and families.
Promoting lifelong learning and leadership among African youth and adults through targeted workshops, mentorship, and outreach.
About
Our mission is more than a statement—it’s a movement.
At African Diaspora United Kingdom (ADUK), our mission is to unite, empower, and elevate African communities in the UK and across the continent. We serve as a collaborative platform for African-led organisations, community groups, and individuals who share a common goal: building a stronger, more connected, and prosperous African diaspora.
Our work is rooted in unity, advocacy, heritage, and progress. We strive to break down barriers, amplify African voices, and create opportunities for collective growth—socially, economically, culturally, and politically.