Karibu Nyumbani
(Welcome home)
At NACCA, we are cultivating spaces of belonging, cultural pride, leadership and community connection for Black children, youth and families across York Region.
Through culturally grounded programs and initiatives, we are nurturing the next generation of leaders while strengthening community through wellness, education, creativity and collective care.
NACCA is building thriving futures rooted in identity, resilience and possibility.
(Welcome home)
At NACCA, we are cultivating spaces of belonging, cultural pride, leadership and community connection for Black children, youth and families across York Region.
Through culturally grounded programs and initiatives, we are nurturing the next generation of leaders while strengthening community through wellness, education, creativity and collective care.
NACCA is building thriving futures rooted in identity, resilience and possibility.
Join the Village. Build the Future with us.
Current Events and Opportunities
"I Am My Own Safe Place:" A Back-to-School Wellness Workshop for Black Youth (Ages 12-18)
As a new school year begins, help your child start with confidence, resilience and a strong sense of identity.
This free, interactive workshop provides Black youth with practical tools to navigate school while protecting their mental well-being and embracing who they are. Participants will explore:
Date: Thursday, August 27 Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Location: FREE Virtual Workshop Registration is required. Reserve your spot today: Reserve your spot here For more information, contact [email protected]. Welcome to the Golden Rhythms Seniors Club!
Welcome to the Golden Rhythms Seniors Club, a weekly gathering designed to honour culture, nurture wellness and strengthen community connections. Join us for a warm, joyful space where seniors can connect, celebrate African and Caribbean culture and support one another through activities that promote wellness and belonging.
Program Details Every Saturday, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM NACCA Community Hub, 449 Eagle Street (hybrid) All seniors 55+ welcome Reduce social isolation, celebrate African & Caribbean culture all while experiencing wellness and joy in a supportive community curated for seniors. To register, please complete the form here. Empowering Black Youth Through Youth School Success Initiative (YSSI)
Registration is now open for the Youth School Success Initiative (YSSI) — a collaborative program supporting Black youth in Grades 4–8 across York Region.
Delivered in partnership with community organizations and funded by the Regional Municipality of York, YSSI provides culturally affirming, wrap-around supports designed to strengthen academic success, build confidence and nurture mental wellness. Through mentorship, leadership development and holistic programming, youth are supported to both succeed in school and thrive in who they are. Program offerings include:
If you’re looking for a supportive, empowering space for a young person in your life, YSSI is here. Registration is now open Register here Phone: 905-781-6222 Email: [email protected] |
Strengthening the Roots: A Wellness & Advocacy Workshop for Parents of Black Youth
Raising Black children requires courage, community and culturally grounded support. Join us for this free 60-minute virtual workshop designed to equip parents and caregivers with practical tools to nurture their children’s well-being and confidently advocate for their success. You’ll learn how to:
Location: FREE Virtual Workshop Time: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Registration is required. Reserve your spot here For more information, contact [email protected]. YSSI: Black Mental Wellness and Empowerment Series
At NACCA, we understand that supporting our youth means nurturing their academic success, their identity, confidence and wellbeing. Through our Black Youth Mental Wellness & Empowerment Series, we are creating a culturally affirming space where Black youth can connect, grow and thrive.
Held weekly on Thursdays from 6:00–7:00 PM, this virtual workshop series offers guided sessions led by a mental health clinician, focused on resilience, self-discovery and empowerment. Through conversations, peer connection and practical wellness tools, youth are supported in building a strong sense of self and belonging. This initiative is part of the Youth School Success Initiative (YSSI), a collaborative effort across York Region to uplift over 300 Black youth in Grades 4–8 through holistic, wrap-around supports. The program is delivered in partnership with community organizations and funded by the Regional Municipality of York. Workshop Dates:
If you know a young person who would benefit from this space, we invite you to share and register. Together, we are strengthening the foundation for the next generation, rooted in care and community. |
Ubuntu & Wellness Conference - Register Today
“ Because when caregivers thrive, families and communities thrive".
On Saturday, September 19th, NACCA invites you to join us for our Ubuntu & Wellness: Caring for Ourselves While Caring for Others Conference, an inspiring and empowering conference created for Black parents, caregivers, and families. Rooted in the African philosophy of Ubuntu—"I am because we are", this event celebrates the strength of community while recognizing the importance of caring for ourselves as we care for others. Through engaging keynote speakers, interactive workshops, and meaningful conversations, participants will explore strategies for balancing work, caregiving, and self-care, preventing caregiver burnout, supporting mental wellness, and navigating the education system with confidence. Connect with local community agencies offering resources and services, discover practical tools to support your family's well-being, and enjoy culturally affirming entertainment that celebrates Black joy, resilience, and community. Whether you are raising children, supporting loved ones, or caring for multiple generations, this conference offers a welcoming space to learn, connect, and leave feeling informed, inspired, and supported. Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026 Time: 10am-3pm (Registration and continental breakfast 10-10:30) Where: Newmarket High School, 505 Pickering Cres. Newmarket ON, L3Y 8H1 Conference Highlights:
Please click here to register. If you have any question, please email Roysa Adeyemi @[email protected] Call For Board Director - Fundraising & Philanthropy
NACCA is seeking an experienced, passionate and strategic community leader to join our Board as a Volunteer Board Director with expertise in fundraising and philanthropy.
This is an opportunity to use your leadership, professional experience and networks to help strengthen NACCA’s long-term sustainability and expand our impact for Black children, youth, families and communities across York Region. About the Role As a Board Director, you will provide governance oversight and strategic guidance while supporting NACCA’s fundraising and resource development priorities. We are seeking someone with experience in one or more of the following areas:
Application deadline: August 31, 2026 Learn more and apply HERE Visit www.naccacommunity.ca or email [email protected]. |
What Does NACCA mean to you? Volunteer videographer, Kristal Pagaun, captured key messages from youth during our summer 2019 activities.
Our Guiding Principles
Umoja (oo-MOH-jah)
unity – to understand that success starts with unity of family, community, nation and race.
Kujichagulia (koo-jee-chah-goo-LEE-ah)
self-determination - to define, name, create and speak for oneself and create one’s own destiny.
Ujima (oo-JEE-mah)
collective work and responsibility – to uplift our community, “build and maintain [it] together and make our brother's and sister's problems our problems and to solve them together” - Karenga.
Ujamaa (oo-jah-MAH)
cooperative economics– to uplift our community economically which means “to build and maintain our own stores, shops and other businesses and to profit from them together” - Karenga
Nia (NEE-ah)
purpose – to restore Black people to their traditional capacity; to be responsible to Those Who Came Before (our ancestors) and to Those Who Will Follow (our descendants) and "to make our collective vocation the building and developing of our community in order to restore our people to their traditional greatness." – Karenga
Kuumba (koo-OOM-bah)
creativity – using creativity and imagination to make our community better than what we inherited, "to always do as much as we can, in the way we can, in order to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than we inherited it." – Karenga
Imani (ee-MAH-nee)
faith – to believe with all our heart in ourselves, our community, our people, our families, our educators, our leaders, and the righteousness and victory of our struggle.
unity – to understand that success starts with unity of family, community, nation and race.
Kujichagulia (koo-jee-chah-goo-LEE-ah)
self-determination - to define, name, create and speak for oneself and create one’s own destiny.
Ujima (oo-JEE-mah)
collective work and responsibility – to uplift our community, “build and maintain [it] together and make our brother's and sister's problems our problems and to solve them together” - Karenga.
Ujamaa (oo-jah-MAH)
cooperative economics– to uplift our community economically which means “to build and maintain our own stores, shops and other businesses and to profit from them together” - Karenga
Nia (NEE-ah)
purpose – to restore Black people to their traditional capacity; to be responsible to Those Who Came Before (our ancestors) and to Those Who Will Follow (our descendants) and "to make our collective vocation the building and developing of our community in order to restore our people to their traditional greatness." – Karenga
Kuumba (koo-OOM-bah)
creativity – using creativity and imagination to make our community better than what we inherited, "to always do as much as we can, in the way we can, in order to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than we inherited it." – Karenga
Imani (ee-MAH-nee)
faith – to believe with all our heart in ourselves, our community, our people, our families, our educators, our leaders, and the righteousness and victory of our struggle.
