A Platform & Creative Hub for Value-Creating Interactions
Africa Center Hong Kong
Bridging cultural differences to build the biggest uniquely African platform in Asia. We connect communities across all backgrounds and facilitate meaningful value-exchange.
Address
Africa Center Hong Kong, 8/F, Breakthrough Centre, 191 Woosung Street, Jordan, Hong Kong
africa@africacenterhk.com
Phone No
+852 9260 6185
Opening hours
Mon-Fri: 10am - 10pm Sat-Sun: 9am - 10pm
Our mission
Connecting Communities
Rebranding Blackness
Black Consciousness
Who are we?
We are established in 2019, and it is a social enterprise based in Hong Kong that focuses on promoting African culture and encouraging cross-cultural understanding.
We are promoting cross-cultural understanding through dialogue, creativity, and empowerment, supporting African youth and migrants, and engaging the public to challenge stereotypes and foster inclusiveness.
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Core Programs & Initiatives
Children-Focused Support (Ages 2–15)
Playgroup (Ages 2-5): A support community for ethnically diverse kids featuring Chinese language classes, art jamming, and a space for parents to connect.
African Kidz Club (Ages 5-13): Held the last Saturday of every month, offering resource-sharing and family-friendly activities for up to 40 kids per session.
Children’s Book Club (Ages 6-12): Encouraging kids to explore their identities by discovering the rich diversity of African cultures and literature in a safe, unstructured sharing space
Youth & Student Empowerment (Ages 9–22)
- African Youth Club (Ages 9-17): A safe network for mentorship and growth, featuring fun community events like photography, debate sessions, and cultural experiences.
- Hackers Club: A resource-sharing community where coders of all backgrounds learn collaboratively using Scratch and Codecademy.
- Career Workshops: Stellar guest speakers share invaluable industry insights, alongside practical training in CV writing and interview skills.
- African Students Night: The premier gathering for international African students in Hong Kong to find community and navigate university life together.
Professional & Adult Resources
Language Classes: Tailored, interactive classes for adults in Chinese as well as African languages like Igbo, Yoruba, Swahili, and Zulu.
Business Consultation: We use design thinking tools to support African-owned businesses and entrepreneurs in areas like Chungking and Mirador Mansions.
Mental Health & Well-being: Collaborative workshops teaching stress management and legal protections to safeguard our community.
Cultural Events &
Gatherings
- African Literature Book Club: Meeting every three to four weeks to discuss classic and contemporary literature over free snacks.
- Film Discussion Nights: Uniting communities by screening films from Africa and the diaspora, followed by deep thematic discussions.
- World Board Games Night: A fun, cultural exchange event where attendees bring board games, share strategies, and connect.
- African Chorale Union: A community-led choir group dedicated to propagating African choral music and English repertories in Hong Kong.
Community Engagement & Collaboration
Internships: We proudly train an average of 40 interns every year, providing hands-on experience in social initiatives and community building.
Volunteering: Volunteers are key to our success. Join us to mentor youth, assist with homework, or facilitate our community clubs.
Corporate & School Partnerships: We collaborate with universities, schools, and corporations to offer interactive cultural team-building, CSR initiatives, and inbound/outbound Africa trips for youth.
Bring Your Energy to the Center
Address
Africa Center Hong Kong, 8/F, Breakthrough Centre, 191 Woosung Street, Jordan, Hong Kong
africa@africacenterhk.com
Phone No
+852 9260 6185
Opening hours
Mon-Fri: 10am - 10pm Sat-Sun: 9am - 10pm