Who we are
Learn about FAFC Calgary our story, our mission, and the values that guide everything we do as a federation.
Who We Are
A federation built for collective strength
FAFC Calgary is a federation of legally established African francophone nonprofit organizations operating in Calgary.
We exist because many organizations serve their communities effectively, yet often in isolation. FAFC Calgary was created to provide the structure, coordination, and collective voice needed to amplify impact across the entire community.
Incorporated under the Alberta Societies Act, FAFC operates through a member-based governance model — ensuring that decision-making reflects the real needs and priorities of our member organizations.
Our Purpose
Why we exist
Many organizations serve their communities effectively, yet often in isolation. This fragmentation reduces collective influence, limits access to opportunities, and weakens long-term sustainability.
FAFC Calgary exists to create structure, coordination, and collective strength — transforming isolated efforts into a powerful, unified ecosystem that serves the entire African francophone community.
Our Mission
We bring organizations together under one structured framework — aligning efforts, amplifying voices, and creating pathways for sustainable growth and lasting community impact across Calgary.
Our Vision
We envision an African francophone community in Calgary that is well-organized, widely recognized, and positioned to influence the decisions, policies, and partnerships that shape its future.
Our Values
What guides us
01
Collaboration
Working together across organizations, cultures, and communities to achieve collective goals no single entity could reach alone.
02
Representation
Ensuring African francophone voices are present, heard, and meaningfully included in every conversation that shapes community outcomes.
03
Integrity
Operating with transparency, accountability, and honesty in every aspect of governance, partnerships, and community engagement.
04
Community Impact
Focusing every program, initiative, and partnership on measurable, tangible outcomes that improve the lives of community members.
Board of Directors
The Board is composed of representatives appointed by each member organization.
Each community has a structured representation through its designated delegate.
President
Sakine Mahamat Ahmat Yacoub
Vice-President
Ousseynou Diagne
Secretary
Ben Mbouna
Treasurer
Kelly Feruzi Etonda
Board Member
Souleymane Diallo
Board Member
Adam Karreca
Board Member
Cyriac Tahi
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee oversees the day-to-day administration of the Federation and implements the direction set by the Board.
President
Souleymane Sidibe
Vice-President
Arnaud Goa
Secretary
Patrick Njapa
Treasurer
Fatimata Niang
Governance Structure
The Federation operates under a structured governance model ensuring representation and accountability.
Legal Status
The Federation is a non-profit organization incorporated under Alberta’s Societies Act and operates in accordance with its bylaws and governance policies. The organization is committed to financial transparency and accountability to its members.