Adama Bah, Executive Director - Afrikana
Adama Bah is the founder and executive director of Afrikana, a nonprofit she started in 2022 when many migrants came to New York City. She understands their struggles because she was an asylum seeker, too.
Afrikana helps black migrants who are often overlooked. They give direct help and speak up for their needs.
Adama’s approach is different. Instead of just giving referrals, Afrikana helps right away and connects migrants with their cultural communities.
Adama’s favorite part of her job is helping people in situations she once faced. It makes her happy to see their gratitude. She also believes in working with others and learning from them.
In this episode:
- 00:00 – Welcome to the KRM Podcast with Guest Adama Bah
- 00:29 – Origin and Mission of Afrikana: Identity, Inclusivity, and the Mission to “Welcome With Dignity.”
- 01:59 – Programs and Direct Services Offered by Afrikana
- 03:12 – Key Relationship Management and Partnerships
- 05:10 – Personal Reflection: Best Part of the Job
- 06:16 – Advice for Nonprofit Executive Directors: Don’t Work in Isolation
- 07:12 – Wrapping Up and See You Next Time
"We're a nonprofit that doesn't do the work alone. We have partnerships. Part of the reason why we aren't burned out is because of the relationships."
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