GENERAL INFORMATION
ACDA was founded on 17 December 1992 by Afro-centric Guyanese who were dedicated to the cause of nurturing African culture, and creating an economically viable and prosperous African community. ACDA embraces the idea of both tradition and change as necessary elements in sustaining a vibrant African culture in Guyana. ACDA always highlights that African culture is far more than its artistic expressions or its “cultural products”—- literature, music, dance, art, sculpture, theatre, film and sport. This is because ACDA sees culture as central to one’s identity. Culture therefore is about shared patterns of identity, symbolic expressions of that common identity and common aspirations. ACDA specialises in Cultural and Social Support services.
Speciality of Activities
Promotion of African Culture & Heritage
- Community Development
- Economic Empowerment
- Education enhancement
- Social Equality & Welfare
- Youth Enrichment/Growth
- Reading Classes
Weekly Cultural activities
Community Health & Social Services
- Celebration of Black History Month(February)
- Annual Emancipation Day celebrations (August 1st )
- African Holocaust Day (October)
- Provision of Social and Cultural support services
- Commemorating the birthdays of key Africans.
- Specialty Primary and Nursery school
Future Goals
ACDA Hopes to continue to spread African Cultural and consciousness to Guyana and beyond; and to support its people with their economic and Social development.
Reach: Region 4
Email: acda2011@yahoo.com, Telephone: 592-225-8420