Press briefing on the Conference of the African Diaspora in the Americas

The African Union, the Government of Togo, the Federal Government, the Government of Bahia, with the support of the Federal University of Bahia (UFBA) and the Brazil Africa Institute (IBRAF), are holding a press briefing on the Conference of the African Diaspora in the Americas on August 29 at 8:00 a.m. in Salvador (BA).

The Conference of the African Diaspora in the Americas, scheduled for August 29 to 31 in Salvador, Bahia, is expected to bring together leaders from African countries and the Americas, as well as diplomats and representatives from international and regional organizations, such as the African Union. At the event, politicians, academics, activists and members of civil society will discuss collaborative strategies to promote the sustainable development of African nations and African descent communities in the Americas.

This unprecedented conference will be held in Brazil, following an invitation from the African Union's High Committee on the Decade of African Roots and the Diaspora. Brazil has the largest Black population outside of Africa and has accumulated two decades of policies aimed at promoting racial equality, which reinforces its relevance in this diasporic context.

OBJECTIVE - The conference aims to strengthen connections between Africa and its diasporas in the Americas, providing a space for dialogue and cooperation on economic development, social justice, human rights, culture and other areas. The event also aims to encourage the exchange of knowledge and experiences, strengthen cultural identities and facilitate transnational partnerships focused on technology, education and health.

Members of the press are requested to confirm their attendance by emailing credenciamentodiasporaafricana@presidencia.gov.br by August 26, 2024. Please include your media outlet, full name, proof of affiliation and identification. For further information, kindly contact our press office at the same email address.

Service:

Press briefing on the Conference of the African Diaspora in the Americas

Date: August 29, 2024 

Time: 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. 

Venue: Reitorado da UFBA - Sala do Conselho. Rua Augusto Viana, s/n - Canela, Salvador (BA)