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Welcome to Issamba Centre
Discover the Richness of African and Caribbean Culture
Issamba Centre, the home of the African Art & Cultural Community Contributor (AACCCS) and the Festival AfriCa Fest, is dedicated to promoting African and Caribbean cultures through arts, education, and community engagement. Join us in celebrating diversity and fostering cross-cultural understanding.
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Every February, Canadians are invited to celebrate and honor the contributions of their friends of African descent. From February 1st to 28th, we host a series of engaging activities, including a Black History Month Launch, a symposium/summit, a family-oriented celebration, and the ISSAMBA SHOWCASE Festival. The African Art & Cultural CCC Inc. (AACCCS) and its team are committed to promoting cultural awareness through a variety of cultural activities.
our events
Sat, Sep 21VictoriaSep 21, 2024, 11:00 AM – 8:00 PMVictoria, 1709 Blanshard St, Victoria, BC V8W 2J8, CanadaSep 21, 2024, 11:00 AM – 8:00 PMVictoria, 1709 Blanshard St, Victoria, BC V8W 2J8, CanadaJoin us for a full day of community networking and eating together. Indulge in delicious African & Caribbean cuisine, participate in the thrilling Ludo tournament, and enjoy the vibrant community atmosphere. Pre-order your meal here: https://forms.gle/df2AxUKgn2HQA9Ws9
Sat, Sep 21VictoriaSep 21, 2024, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PMVictoria, 1709 Blanshard St, Victoria, BC V8W 2J8, Canada
Fri, Jan 31VancouverJan 31, 2025, 1:00 PM – Feb 01, 2025, 9:00 PMVancouver, 1 Athletes Way, Vancouver, BC V5Y 0B1, CanadaJan 31, 2025, 1:00 PM – Feb 01, 2025, 9:00 PMVancouver, 1 Athletes Way, Vancouver, BC V5Y 0B1, CanadaJoin us for the BC Black Leadership Summit 2024 this coming February 2025! Celebrate Black excellence, engage in powerful discussions, and connect with community leaders. Don’t miss out on inspiring keynotes, workshops, cultural performances, and more.
Sat, Feb 01Location is TBDFeb 01, 2025, 8:00 AM – Feb 28, 2025, 12:00 PMLocation is TBD
Fri, May 16Québec CityMay 16, 2025, 7:00 PM – May 25, 2025, 11:00 PMQuébec City, Québec City, QC, Canada
Thu, Jun 26VictoriaJun 26, 2025, 7:00 PM – Jun 29, 2025, 11:00 PMVictoria, Victoria, BC, Canada
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The African Art & Cultural Community Contributor Incorp. is supported by the Government of Canada’s Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative and the Tropicana Community Services, The Government of British Columbia, and the City of Victoria
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Thank you for your generous support! We acknowledge that our organization is based on the traditional unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples, specifically the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations.
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