About Us

African Council

Empowering the African diaspora in Switzerland through culture, advocacy, and community since our founding in Geneva.

Our Mission

To unite, empower, and represent the African diaspora community in Switzerland by fostering cultural exchange, providing support networks, and advocating for the rights and interests of our members at local, national, and international levels.

Our Vision

A Switzerland where people of African heritage are fully integrated, celebrated, and empowered to contribute their talents and perspectives to Swiss society — and where African voices are heard at the highest international forums.

What We Do

Community Building

Creating spaces for the African diaspora to connect, share, and support one another across Switzerland.

Policy & Advocacy

Representing African Diaspora interests at Swiss institutions, regional and international bodies including the United Nations.

Cultural Exchange

Organising cultural events, exhibitions, and forums that celebrate African heritage and promote intercultural dialogue.

International Engagement

Engaging in High-Level international fora on Migration & Development, Cultural dialogue, Reparatory Justice, and the Rights of people of African descent.

Our Board

The dedicated people behind African Council

Pat Santschi

Pat Santschi

President, Women & Culture

Dozie Celeste Ugochukwu

Dozie Celeste Ugochukwu

Director Secretariat, Communications

Gino Pereira

Gino Pereira

Youth & Sports

Anna Samwel Manyanza

Anna Samwel Manyanza

Education & Capacity Building

Myron Oyinkansola Sotunde-Adesina

Myron Oyinkansola Sotunde-Adesina

Policy & Advocacy

Mathias Ekah

Mathias Ekah

Diversity & Inclusion

UN Engagement & International Advocacy

African Council actively participates in United Nations forums in Geneva and New York, including the UN Permanent Forum of People of African Descent, advocating for reparatory justice and the rights of the African diaspora globally.

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