October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and in recognition of this important cause, the Greater Los Angeles Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) Taskforce, African Coalition, and the International Institute of Tolerance came together to host a powerful panel discussion on gender-based violence. This event focused on a range of critical […]
2024 Annual African Cultural & Community Wellbeing Summit
The “2024 Annual African Cultural & Community Wellbeing Summit” holds a special place in our hearts as we gather to prioritize and support the well-being of African-descent communities. Our mission is to foster unity, amplify shared visions, address common interests and concerns, and empower our communities to engage in collective […]
The African Coalition and U.S. Africa Institute: An African Diaspora Event
On November 14th, the African Coalition participated in the US Africa Institute’s African Diaspora Event with the US Department of State. The event was at Charles Drew University, and discussed important topics such as visa and immigration concerns, US foreign policy towards Africa, and diaspora engagement. The African Coalition worked […]
Immigrants and Domestic Violence: Navigating Through The Problem
As the month of October comes to an end, The African Coalition would like to educate everyone on the ways to navigate domestic abuse, especially those who are immigrants. While being in an abusive relationship is hard enough, immigrants also face cultural and language barriers that make it harder […]
Immigrants and Substance Use Disorders: A Legal and Medical Perspective
The African Coalition works to provide accessible mental health services to immigrant communities, as there is a dire need for mental health resources among this population. With Substance Use Disorder stemming from past trauma, it is our job to understand intersectionality and break down any form of stigma that our […]
Mental Health Experiences Within Our Community – Important to Watch for National Recovery Month
Mental health is for everyone. But immigrants are often underrepresented or unable to get the help they need when dealing with the challenges they face. In fact, the majority of people struggling with mental health are immigrants. This is because of the challenges immigrants deal with whether it is adjusting […]
World Lung Cancer Day
World Lung Cancer Day is on August 1st. This health observance began in 2012 to raise awareness about lung cancer and the need for more research to prevent this disease. According to the CDC, 80% to 90% of lung cancer deaths are linked to cigarette smoking in the United […]
Support the Border Task Force to Assist Black Migrants Asylum Seekers Stranded in Mexico.
The issue:Many Black migrants are stranded in Mexico while trying to exercise their legal right to seek asylum in the US. They experience harsh racism and discrimination at an even higher rate than other groups of migrants. Who we are:A group of volunteers, including non-profit organizations and individuals, bringing together a mix […]
Mental Health Awareness Month: The Mental Health Stigma Within Immigrant Communities
Cultural and Social Factors against Mental Health Issues The understanding and acceptance of mental health issues is highly dependent on the cultural norms, practices, and family and friends dynamics an individual surrounds themselves with. Unfortunately, in Black communities, acknowledging that one has mental health needs is considered as […]
How the Pandemic increased homelessness among immigrants in the US
During the pandemic, many immigrants in the U.S. had lost their sources of income due to restaurants and small businesses closing down temporarily and permanently while other employers were unable to continue to pay their workers and had to make the difficult decision of letting a number of employees go […]
