African Center for Community Development, Inc

Join the African Center this Thursday 6/25 1:00pm for a special event! We have the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Saad Quayyum, Senior Economist at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) at the African Center office at 2238 Park Street.

Introduced to us by Dr. Linda Vakunta, Dr. Saad will be talking to the public about the Regional Economic Outlook for Sub-Saharan Africa, April 2026 | Hard-Won Gains Under Pressure and to meet the African diaspora in Madison.

All are welcome; please share with anyone who may be interested!

WisPAWN (Wisconsin Professional African Women’s Network) addresses two pressing needs among local African women: (1) to build confidence through activities that create a sense of belonging and (2) to create a strong network of sisterhood and support.

Through monthly meetings, workshops, and involvement in professional development conferences, WisPAWN offers a community of support to dozens of women.

“The sisterhood bond is so strong, and nothing beats that…I am always going to be proud of the way we support each other.” - Vanessa Ineza, WisPAWN co-organizer and ACCD board member

Interested in joining? Contact the ACCD today!

👏ACCD is pleased to welcome Binta and Laura to its team of staff!🙌

Community Engagement & Resource Specialist Binta comes with a wealth of experience in community development. Her role involves engaging with the many, diverse facets of the African communities in Dane County to raise awareness about ACCD and encourage people to get involved. She also coordinates the summer youth program and Bantaba, a community-based discussion circle aimed at preventing violence.

Grants & Communications Coordinator Laura brings more than 14 years of experience in fundraising, writing and marketing, community programming, and working with various immigrant populations. Her role involves bringing in grants to help ACCD programs to continue to thrive and expand as well as promoting ACCD through its website, social media, and community newsletter.