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Invest in the Future of Global African and Diaspora Leadership

At the Steven J. Green School of International & Public Affairs, the African and African Diaspora Studies Program prepares the next generation of leaders to understand, engage, and shape the dynamic intersections of Africa and its global diasporas.

At a time when Africa is central to the future of global economic growth, innovation, culture, and geopolitics and the African diaspora continues to shape societies worldwide, your support helps position FIU as a leading hub for scholarship, dialogue, and impact.

Your philanthropy fuels opportunity, advances research, and strengthens global connections that elevate voices, histories, and solutions rooted in the African and diasporic experience.

Giving and Impact

Your gift can: Support students as they pursue transformative academic and professional experiences; fuel cutting-edge research that informs policy, addresses global challenges, and deepens understanding of African and African diasporic life and history; and extend the reach of the program beyond the classroom to engage broader communities and foster dialogue.

  • Education: Expanding Access & Opportunity

    • Scholarships to support diverse and high-achieving students 
    • Funding for internships and experiential learning opportunities across Africa, the Caribbean, Latin America, and beyond 

  • Research & Policy: Advancing Knowledge That Matters

    • Faculty research and publications on critical issues such as development, governance, migration, racial equity, and global markets 
    • Graduate and postdoctoral fellowships to cultivate emerging scholars and thought leaders 
    • Policy-driven research initiatives that examine Africa’s and the Diaspora’s influence in global affairs  

  • Outreach & Engagement: Connecting Communities

    • Public lectures, conferences, cultural programming, digital platforms, and distinguished speaker series featuring global leaders 
    • Community-based initiatives that connect FIU with Miami’s rich African and Caribbean diaspora communities 
The African and African Diaspora Studies (AADS) Program transforms lives through interdisciplinary learning, community engaged scholarship, and research. As an AADS graduate, I gained a deeper understanding of global and local issues, broadened my perspective, and strengthened my foundation for doctoral study—all while remaining connected to my family, career, and community. Your investment in AADS helps ensure that future students can access the same transformative educational experiences, research opportunities, and pathways to leadership that continue to shape my life and career.

Patraillia Davis-Bryant , 2024 Alumna

 

Leave Your Legacy. Shape the Future

Philanthropic partners are essential to realizing this vision. There are many meaningful ways to engage:

  • Establish a named scholarship, fellowship, or program fund

  • Endow faculty positions or research initiatives

  • Support the creation of the Global African and African Diaspora Studies Center

  • Sponsor programs, lectures, and student experiences

  • Include the program in your legacy or planned giving

Get in Touch

Your investment will create lasting impact, empowering students, advancing global scholarship, and strengthening connections across Africa and its diasporas worldwide.

Ways To Give

To learn more or to explore how your philanthropy can align with your vision and legacy, please contact:

Stephany Alvarez-Ventura, Senior Director of Development
305-348-7407 | scaalvar@fiu.edu