Mission, Vision and core values
Our Vision
Our vision is to foster strategic partnerships that drive wealth creation, economic mobility, and mutual understanding, contributing to safe and prosperous communities.
Mission
Virginia Africa Partnership is a non-profit and non-partisan organization that aims to drive economic growth and foster sustainable development by creating a robust and mutually beneficial relationship between Virginia and Africa. Its mission focuses on several key areas:
Promoting Entrepreneurship: The partnership seeks to inspire and support entrepreneurial ventures, creating opportunities for individuals and businesses to thrive through collaboration between Virginia and Africa.
Increasing Trade Opportunities: The initiative works to enhance trade between Virginia and African nations, facilitating economic exchanges that benefit both regions.
Bridging Collaboration Between Educational Institutions: The mission includes strengthening partnerships between Virginia universities, particularly Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and African higher education institutions, fostering academic exchange, research collaboration, and shared knowledge.
Promoting Sister-City Relationships: The partnership aims to establish sister-city relationships between Virginia and various African cities, counties, and provinces, promoting cultural exchange, economic ties, and mutual understanding.
Our Belief
At the Virginia Africa Partnership, we hold a steadfast belief that when diverse individuals unite, collaborate, and dream in pursuit of a common purpose, they amplify their collective strength. Together, they ignite transformational change, proving the extraordinary potential of shared goals and collective action.
Our Leadership
Jacques Mushagasha. President
El-Hadji Djibril Niang. Vice-President
Barbara Moses-Reese. Executive Secretary
