Projects
We know that change comes by investing in those most impacted by discrimination and lack of opportunities. That’s why we partner with black and african organizations to create innovative programmes that empower communities in Austria and Eastern Nigeria to create opportunities and sustainable livelihoods.
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At the heart of our programs are people of african descent in the Diaspora and Africa. Learn how we expand their participation through our projects and improve livlihoods.
Advocacy & Community Resilience
The African Cultural Foundation in Vienna is a cornerstone for the African and Black communities in Austria, providing essential support, advocacy, and a sense of belonging. For over 30 years, the foundation has worked tirelessly to strengthen these communities by collaborating with various African diaspora organizations and supporting their growth and visibility. Through strategic partnerships and collective action, we help these organizations become more resilient, empowering them to thrive in Austria's social and cultural landscape.
Culture & the Arts
The African Cultural Foundation has, for nearly three decades, been a vibrant platform celebrating African and African diaspora creativity through festivals, literature programs, film screenings, artist residencies, and community dialogues. Its flagship afriCult Festival brings together music, performance, visual arts, and critical conversation, fostering cultural exchange and creating space for diverse voices.​
Women & Girls
The African Cultural Foundation champions the empowerment of women and girls through dedicated mentoring, community platforms, and leadership‑building initiatives that address systemic barriers and amplify voices of impact. At the heart of this work is the “Yes She Can” Mentoring Programme, a tailored initiative for Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC) women and girls in Austria that connects participants with professional mentors in politics, media, and technology, offering workshops, career guidance, networking, and personal support to strengthen confidence and expand opportunities in underrepresented sectors.
Community Wellness
Community wellbeing is an important pillar of the African Cultural Foundation’s work. Through a range of accessible wellness activities, the Foundation creates spaces where BIPOC's can reconnect with their bodies, cultures, and one another while also supporting the sustainability of our free cultural and social programs. Many of these initiatives are designed as community-based workshops whose proceeds help fund projects such as the "Yes She Can mentoring" programme and other educational and cultural initiatives.