About Us
African Voices Forum (AVF) is a Bristol-based network of African and African-Caribbean community associations/organisations, other community organisations working to empower Africans and African-Caribbean to take active part in policies and initiatives that concern them, as well as other organisations that share and support the forum’s values, principles, and objectives.
Our Vision
To amplify the voices of African and African-Caribbean communities in Bristol in the pursuit of excellence.
Vision
One voice and strength to our membershipOur Mission
We will highlight the unique role of the African and African-Caribbean community sector in Bristol.
Mission
Building the capacity of our membership through representation and supportBig Signals
We will come together to listen & learn from each other.
We will bring attention to our rich & diverse culture & history.
We will work in partnership to support community pride & realise people’s potential
We will invest our time to support and nurture young people’s potential.
We will work together to promote dignity, respect and collaboration, recognising our strength comes from many sources.
We will work to support our partners to develop new ways of working across Bristol’s education, environmental & health sectors to support equality of access and outcomes.
Key Enablers
- Partnership working
- Communications & engagement
- Strengthening & connecting our membership
- Showcasing black excellence
Our board members, trustees and patrons
Meet the African Voices Forum board members, trustees and patrons