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Career Development Weekend: Learn, Connect, Grow Career growth often begins with one practical lesson, one honest conversation, or one new connection that opens the next door. ACN’s Career Development Weekend is built around that idea. Taking place over two days, August 7 and August 8, the event will bring together students, young professionals, mentors, community leaders, and emerging African immigrant voices for a focused weekend of learning, reflection, and celebration. Th

Career growth often begins with one practical lesson, one honest conversation, or one new connection that opens the next door. ACN’s Career Development Weekend is built around that idea. Taking place over two days, August 7 and August 8, the event will bring together students, young professionals, mentors, community leaders, and emerging African immigrant voices for a focused weekend of learning, reflection, and celebration. The goal is clear: to help participants build real-

The African Collaborative Network (ACN) is pleased to announce the appointment of Esperance Abedi as Interim Director. Esperance is a nonprofit founder, business owner, and community leader deeply committed to empowering African communities and refugees through education, entrepreneurship, and expanded economic opportunity. She is the founder of Sunga, an organization that supports African children facing financial barriers to education through scholarships, mentorship, and l

Welcoming refugees into a new country is a profound act of humanity—and in West Michigan, we see every day how resilience, community, and the right support can help families rebuild with dignity. At the African Collaborative Network (ACN) , we walk alongside African immigrants, refugees, and migrants as they navigate new systems, new expectations, and new opportunities. This guide shares a clear overview of what refugee assistance programs typically provide, highlights truste

In our journey toward building a brighter future, the empowerment of African communities plays a pivotal role. As we navigate the...