Afrika Outbound

Afrika Outbound We provide youth and young adults from marginalized communities with access to life-enriching travel

Woah! We’ve been shortlisted for the Governor General’s History Award for Excellence in Community Programming! We hope w...
09/16/2026

Woah! We’ve been shortlisted for the Governor General’s History Award for Excellence in Community Programming! We hope we take it home, but nonetheless, it feels great to be recognized for our impact and hard work.

Woah! We’ve been shortlisted for the Governor General’s Award for Excellence in Community Programming. Praying we take i...
09/16/2026

Woah! We’ve been shortlisted for the Governor General’s Award for Excellence in Community Programming. Praying we take it home, but nonetheless, it feels great to be recognized for our impact and hard work.

We did it again! Another FREE travel education opportunity, this time brought to you by Meridian Credit Union.FREE 2-Day...
07/06/2026

We did it again! Another FREE travel education opportunity, this time brought to you by Meridian Credit Union.

FREE 2-Day Young Adult Retreat | Limited to 25 Spots | Deadline August 2, 2026

Meridian Credit Union, Afrika Outbound, and Rocklands Market are coming together for the Breaking Bread Retreat — a powerful 2-day experience in Grey County for young adults ages 18+.

This retreat is designed for participants who are ready to build community, gain real-life skills, and take time to reflect, connect, and grow.

Over two days, participants will explore:

Wellness — storytelling, reflection, movement, trust-building, and community connection

Financial Confidence — goal setting, budgeting, credit, investing, and practical money tools with Meridian Credit Union

Culinary Skills — hands-on food experiences, shared meals, cultural learning, and community-building through food

Participants will receive FREE transportation, FREE accommodations, lunch, dinner, museum tours, workshops, activities, and more.
Programming includes experiences at Sheffield Park Black History & Cultural Museum, Rocklands Market, and Elephant Thoughts Riverstone Campus, with sessions led by Celebrity Chef Roger Mooking, fitness influencer Mike Mckoy, wellness facilitator Andron Mckoy, and Meridian Credit Union team members.

Important note: This is an overnight retreat. Applicants must be comfortable sharing accommodations, rooming, and/or bunking with another participant they may not already know.

Spots are limited to 25 participants, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Scan the QR code or apply through the link today.

Free retreat. Real skills. New connections. Limited spots.

 

Grateful beyond words as we celebrate three incredible years of building community and learning about African Canadian h...
04/14/2025

Grateful beyond words as we celebrate three incredible years of building community and learning about African Canadian heritage. Thank you to everyone who showed up, supported, and made yesterday’s event so meaningful. Your presence meant everything. 💛

Happy ! 🧡✨ Today, we want to take a moment to celebrate Akilah Blackett, a true visionary and leader who has changed th...
03/10/2025

Happy ! 🧡✨ Today, we want to take a moment to celebrate Akilah Blackett, a true visionary and leader who has changed the lives of so many.

Three years ago, Akilah walked into Andron with just an idea—an idea that would soon become Afrika Outbound. She saw a need for Black youth to connect with their history in a meaningful way, to see themselves in the stories of resilience, strength, and brilliance that came before them. And because of her passion and dedication, over 60 young people have been able to experience something life-changing.

Akilah, your work, your heart, and your leadership continue to inspire us every day. You remind us that one person with a purpose can truly make an impact. Thank you for everything you do and for showing us what it means to uplift and empower the next generation.

Yoooo! You know what time it is!‌We’re back with our third annual community gathering where you can eat GOOD, win PRIZES...
03/04/2025

Yoooo! You know what time it is!
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We’re back with our third annual community gathering where you can eat GOOD, win PRIZES, and of course, LEARN about Black history and African Canadian heritage.
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We got veggie and vegan dishes.
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Don’t miss it.
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Our events put you on to Sahan before Keith Lee. Just saying 💁🏽‍♀️
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Link in bio to register!
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Can’t wait to see you there 🙌🏾💛

Freedom is only possible through community.‌Without community, there would be no Underground Railroad, no settlements, n...
02/05/2025

Freedom is only possible through community.
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Without community, there would be no Underground Railroad, no settlements, no churches, no liberation.
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Josiah Henson risked his freedom to rescue over 100 enslaved people, then founded the Dawn Settlement, where Black families could live with dignity and self-determination.
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Mary Ann Shadd made history as the first Black woman in North America to publish and edit a newspaper, using The Provincial Freeman to advocate for Black self-reliance and amplify women’s voices.
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John Freeman Walls’ cabin became a sanctuary for freedom and community, where the Puce Baptist Church was born and Rosa Parks would later visit.
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Afrika Outbound honours these legacies by using history as a catalyst for connection and community building.
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At the heart of community is mutual respect, shared responsibility and the courage to stand together.
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We offer curriculum support and create experiential learning opportunities that connect students with Black history, community members, and knowledge keepers, prioritizing primary source learning.
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Want to develop a curriculum that honours our history and builds community? DM us to learn more.

A quaint town in southwestern Ontario, Chatham, was once home to one of Canada’s largest Black populations. By the mid-1...
02/03/2025

A quaint town in southwestern Ontario, Chatham, was once home to one of Canada’s largest Black populations. By the mid-1800s, Black residents made up 60 to 80% of the community, earning it the title “The Black Mecca”. The thriving community included Black people from diverse professions, from teachers, lawyers, doctors, to hairdressers.
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During our visit, we learned of the heartwarming local story of a Black Canadian woman and a Japanese man who met while he was in an internment camp and who married after his release, demonstrating resilience and love across adversity.
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Thanks to organizations like The Chatham-Kent Black Historical Society & Black Mecca Museum, visitors can hear about these stories through primary source learning. Dorothy, a descendant of the Underground Railroad, leads insightful tours, and we also met her delightful friend Olive, whose late husband lived to 101!
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Planning a visit? The Retro Suites Hotel is picture-perfect, or enjoy breakfast-included at the Comfort Inn.
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Plan your visit for this summer to honour and celebrate the stories that shaped this resilient community. Who’s going?
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In the past three years, we’ve journeyed across Western Ontario, learning about the rich history of the Underground Rail...
02/02/2025

In the past three years, we’ve journeyed across Western Ontario, learning about the rich history of the Underground Railroad and African Canadian heritage across these incredible heritage sites:
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🗺️ Windsor
🗺️ Sandwich
🗺️ Amherstburg
🗺️ Buxton
🗺️ Chatham
🗺️ Dresden
🗺️ Fort Erie
🗺️ Niagara Falls
🗺️ St. Catharines
🗺️ Hamilton
🗺️ Owen Sound
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Each destination tells a unique and inspiring story of resilience, bravery, and freedom.✊🏾 Dive deeper into each settlement to learn more about African Canadian stories in the Afrika Outbound zine.
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👉🏾 Click the link in bio to connect with these powerful stories and learn how they shaped the Ontario we know today!

“The intentionality was key. Every time we ate, we supported Black-owned businesses, which I didn’t even fully realize u...
02/01/2025

“The intentionality was key. Every time we ate, we supported Black-owned businesses, which I didn’t even fully realize until later. But looking back, that was an important piece of the experience.” 💬
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This reflection from a third-year participant speaks to the heart of what we do. From workshop meals to event spaces and professional services, we intentionally prioritize Black and small businesses to invest in growing our community’s economic capacity.
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Today, we’re shining a light on these incredible businesses and the important work they do. If you believe in supporting local entrepreneurs, LIKE and SHARE this post, spread the word, and let’s continue building together.

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