Objectives of the Community Platform: • Foster Connection and Belonging - Create a vibrant community where Africans in the diaspora can come together to share ideas, experiences, and cultural values. • Enable Collaboration and Partnership - Provide a space for like-minded individuals to discover opportunities for collaboration, joint ventures, and meaningful partnerships. • Bridge Opportunities Across Borders - Help members identify and access opportunities both in their country of residence and back home in Africa—whether in business, education, or social impact. • Support Growth and Empowerment - Offer resources, mentorship, and networking tools that empower members to grow personally and professionally. Who is this Community Platform For: · Seasoned entrepreneurs or aspiring founders — people with either experience in building ventures or a burning desire to begin. · Serious-minded and committed to growth — not just dreamers, but doers willing to learn, unlearn, and share knowledge in a spirit of mutual uplift. · Adventurous in spirit and action — those ready to start or expand ventures either in their country of residence or back home. · Eager to connect with like-minded individuals — to collaborate, form strategic partnerships, or simply engage with others on a similar journey. ·Motivated by legacy and impact — individuals who are not just chasing success, but who want to contribute meaningfully to community, culture, and progress. How the Community Lab will work: •A community Platform on Skool open every single day 24hrs for anyone to post/share opportunities, ideas or question; •Fortnightly to touch base time. Accountability calls or discuss in-depth ideas and opportunities. •Webinars or workshops led by resource persons •Bi-annual face to face meetings

Diaspora Minds Lab is a community-driven platform designed to: • Connect Africans in the diaspora through shared interests and values. • Collaborate on ventures, projects, and initiatives that drive change. • Create opportunities for growth, innovation, and development—both locally and across Africa. • Catalyse impact by turning ideas into action through mentorship, resources, and strategic partnerships. Objectives of the Community Platform • Foster Connection and Belonging - Create a vibrant community where Africans in the diaspora can come together to share ideas, experiences, and cultural values. • Enable Collaboration and Partnership - Provide a space for like-minded individuals to discover opportunities for collaboration, joint ventures, and meaningful partnerships. • Bridge Opportunities Across Borders - Help members identify and access opportunities both in their country of residence and back home in Africa—whether in business, education, or social impact. • Support Growth and Empowerment - Offer resources, mentorship, and networking tools that empower members to grow personally and professionally.

My name is Richard Mensah based in Stotfold, Central Bedfordshire.

Good evening all. A warm welcome to the community platform for Diaspora Minds Lab When fully launched this will be the main community platform for the group. Please take a second to say hello and give a quick introduction (name and where you are joining from)