Africa Caribbean Development Foundation

The Africa Caribbean Development Foundation (ACDF) is a United Kingdom registered nonprofit organization focused on international youth exchange, cultural, and educational opportunities. It is known as a black-led organization specializing in youth international cultural and educational programmes, promoting youth development through exchange, heritage, creativity, self-help, and self-determination.

History and Purpose

Founded in the 1980s, ACDF has consistently worked to educate and prepare young people in London for greater social roles, addressing a continuing demand for youth engagement and development. Over the years, the foundation has adapted to changes in youth communication and culture, acknowledging the rise of social networks such as Facebook and WhatsApp while emphasizing the unique value of face-to-face youth exchange experiences. These programs provide invaluable cultural, social, and educational interactions that supplement the benefits of online social networking[1][3].

Activities and Programs

ACDF undertakes a wide range of community development initiatives aimed at engaging and involving young people from diverse backgrounds in self-help programs. Their core activities include:

• International youth exchange programmes that facilitate direct intercultural contact.
• Providing advice and support services to young people and adults in areas such as education, employment, enterprise development, and physical and emotional well-being.
• Delivering activities and schemes to reduce crime and anti-social behavior by meeting social, cultural, and intellectual development needs.
• Outreach services including detached and targeted sessions that focus on young people at risk, particularly school dropouts in Africa, Europe, and the Caribbean, often in partnership with other organizations[2][3][4].

Mission and Impact

The ACDF’s mission revolves around empowering young people by fostering international cultural understanding and personal development. By combining self-help principles with heritage and creativity, the foundation helps youths develop skills and perspectives beneficial for their future roles in society. The organization acts as a vital resource to support vulnerable populations, aiming to reduce social exclusion and promote community cohesion through its diverse initiatives[3].

Registration

The Africa Caribbean Development Foundation is registered as a charity in the United Kingdom under the charity number 1129297[2].

[1] https://africacdf.org [2] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/4031234 [3] https://africacdf.org/about-us/ [4] https://ngoexplorer.org/charity/1129297 [5] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/4031234/contact-information