A Diaspora Culture of Health Forum

Torchlight to West Africa

Time

10AM – 3PM

Date

July 25, 2026

Location

St. Nicholas Park West, 135th Plaza, NY

ABOUT THE EVENT

This is a free community forum celebrating West African culture, expanding access to health resources, and assembling 100 care packages for children at an orphanage in Côte d’Ivoire.

What to Expect

Who Should Attend?

Who It Brings Together

A Gathering of Community & Care

Torchlight to West Africa unites the people who make cultural public health
possible.

C

Community Members & Families

H

Healthcare Organizations

P

Public Health Partners

E

Educators & Students

F

Faith & Cultural Leaders

A

Artists & Storytellers

D

African Diaspora Communities

L

Community-Based Leaders

Get Involved

Host a Community
Table

Share resources, education, & community programming.

Mobile Health
Unit

Share resources, education, & community programming.

Individual
Volunteer

Support event operations
& community engagement.

Community-Based Organization

Faith-based groups, nonprofits, & community organizations.

Our Approach

Grounded in Trust & Culture

Every element of Torchlight to West Africa is built on the Movement for Immunity approach — meeting communities where they are.

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Register to Table

Volunteer

General Interest

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Register

Reserve Your Place

Register your interest in Torchlight to West Africa. Our team will follow up with full
details and next steps.

Come together for health, culture, community, and giving back.

Carry the Torch With Us

Join us in Harlem as we light the way from New York City to West Africa — building trust, activating communities, and advancing health.