Foods that Bind Community Gathering
Tue, November 17, 2026
An evening of African cuisine, music and conversation open to all neighbors.
African Collaborative Network
Stronger together. Rooted in community.
We bring African immigrants, refugees and migrants together through advocacy, dialogue and partnership — so our communities can shape West Michigan.
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Pillars of work
10+
Community programs
1,000s
Community members reached
West MI
Rooted locally since founding
What we do
Our four pillars
Every ACN program is built on one of four pillars that guide our work in the community.
Advocacy
Amplifying our voices where decisions are made.
Unity
Bringing African communities together across cultures.
Education
Knowledge, skills and opportunity for every generation.
Economic Empowerment
Building livelihoods, businesses and wealth.
Events & updates
What's happening
Know Your Rights Workshop
Tue, December 1, 2026
Free workshop on tenant and worker rights with local legal partners.
ACN welcomes new board members
We are growing our working board to expand our reach across West Michigan.
Apply for board membershipOur impact
Stories from our community
“Through ACN I joined a city committee for the first time. Now our neighborhood is heard.”
“My internship showed me how to turn care for my community into real change.”
“Being listed in the directory brought customers I never would have reached.”
Become part of the mission.
Volunteer, intern, become a member, serve on our board or partner with us. There is a place for you at ACN.