Demanding recognition and visibility of AfroLatin@s.

Mission

The afrolatin@ forum is a research and resource center that centers Blackness within Latinidad. We focus on Latin@s of African descent in the United States to provide a bridge that expands our understanding of the African Diaspora. We support the struggle for racial and social justice through dialogue and action by engaging communities, forging coalitions, creating accessible educational materials, and organizing public events.

We have an anti-racist, anti-patriarchal, and anti-capitalist lens, and seek to affirm all aspects of AfroLatinidad. Our work is guided by a communal perspective that recognizes the centrality of race in today’s global reality.

Vision

The afrolatin@ forum envisions a world where Black Latinidad is affirmed and the contributions of the African Diaspora are embraced as central within Latinidad and essential in the world. We work to ensure that AfroLatinxs improve their quality of life by repairing the impact of white supremacy.

The afrolatin@ forum’s work is guided by the following core values:

Community

We value the strength, endurance, cultures, experiences, and knowledge of Latin@s of African descent in the United States and globally. We continue to add to the knowledge of the entirety of the African diaspora.

Racial Justice

We value and promote all efforts directed at bringing about social and economic equity. We emphasize a transnational perspective on the role of race in society, historically and in the present.

Affirmation and Celebration

We value our history, acknowledge our contributions, and celebrate the African foundations of our diverse cultural expressions. We also affirm and celebrate all expressions of AfroLatinidad especially focusing on celebrating Femininity and Queerness.

Dialogue

We value the respectful exchange of perspectives across and within ethnic communities and national borders.

Transparency

We value an ethical, open, and collaborative approach in our work. We are committed to a communal vision.

Creativity

We celebrate the creativity of the Diaspora and affirm all of its expressions.

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