– Vision –
A united and thriving African Canadian community.
– mission –
To cultivate the well -being of the African Canadian community in York Region through the development of cultural identity, education, and community empowerment.
– Our Values –
Transparency – Being open and honest about our activities and actions, including performance and outcomes related to the services we provide. Accountability – Taking responsibility for our actions and the services we provide. Integrity – The quality of being honest, ethical, and truthful. Respect – Respect and honour the dignity and rights of all. Cultural Identity – Centering our work and engagement with the community within a framework of afro-centrism, Afro-Caribbean culture and history. Ubuntu – The belief in a universal bond of sharing that connects all humanity
Who we are
The York Region Alliance of African Canadian Communities (York Region AACC) is a not-for-profit organization established January 2016 specifically to foster a progressive and cohesive York Region African Canadian Community.
We believe that other members of our community share this view, and will provide support in kind.
The York Region AACC was established because we believe there is a current void within the region, the absence of an organization, which represents the interest of Black residents of all nine municipalities (i.e., Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Newmarket, Markham, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, and Whitchurch-Stouffville), particularly pertaining to advocacy, resource development and service delivery.
The African Canadian community in York Region is robust, hardworking and filled with skills and many assets. We support African Canadian families within York Region who feel powerless and voiceless in accessing justice, public services and social institutions. We are intent on being advocates, and capacity builders to support those in need.
Be the Change
Programs
Our Impact
We are intent on being advocates, and capacity builders to support those in need
1
Resource Access
To be recognized as an Information Hub, informing our community on issues and opportunities that may influence their families and daily lives.
2
Understanding Our Needs
To generate greater understanding of the specific needs, challenges and opportunities faced by the community.
3
Support for All Ages
To be a leading advocates for high quality Elderly Care, including equitable access, and a safe and healthy quality of life for African Canadian seniors.
4
To deliver cultural programs for youth of African Canadian Heritage, to enhance their self-esteem and self-efficacy.
5
To facilitate workshops for African Canadian adults, evoking healthy and cohesive families.
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Engagement
Engage with services for African Canadian children, youth, and families. In quest of transparency and commitments from service providers, including both York Region Children’s Aid Society, and Boards of Education.
To Our Community and Partners
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