Our Story
The Center for African Immigrant Advancement (CAIA) was founded with the ambitious goal of empowering afro-descendants in the United States by increasing access to synthesized information and appropriate resources that empower them to make better and informed choices. From the very beginning, the founders of CAIA were driven by a deep commitment to social justice and a strong belief that despite the many challenges, immigrants of afro-descendants can succeed like any other, thrive in America, improve their communities, and contribute significantly to the progress of the United States.
CAIA focuses on conducting research and raising awareness about the issues faced by immigrants of afro-descendants. The organization works tirelessly to bring attention to the struggles faced by these communities and to advocate for policies and practices that support their progress. In addition to its research and awareness efforts, CAIA develops and implements a range of programs that address the internal barriers to success faced by immigrants of afro-descendants. The programs provide legal assistance, health, nutrition, and financial awareness, education and training, employment assistance, and other essential services that help immigrants of afro-descendants access and properly utilize information and resources they need to make better choices and succeed.
As CAIA grows and evolves, it will continue to strive toward its ultimate goal of empowering immigrants of afro-descendants and creating a more just and equitable society for all. The organization is committed to making a real and lasting impact in the lives of immigrants of afro-descendants and the communities in which they reside, and it will work tirelessly to achieve this goal.
Our Mission
We are on a mission to bridge the information and opportunity gaps among afro-descendants and, by that, empower them to thrive. CAIA provides valuable information to immigrant communities and educates them about their socioeconomic rights, privileges, and limitations.
Our
Vision
A United States in which all afro-descendants and other residents benefit equally from all socioeconomic opportunities so that they can thrive socially and economically to benefit society.
Our Core Values
HATTS: Hard work, Trust, Transparency, Accountability, and Service are the values that drive and guide our work.
Hard work: Hard work is a core value at the CAIA because we believe that dedication and effort are essential to achieving our goals of empowering afro-descendants and addressing the internal barriers to their success. We are committed to working tirelessly to create positive change and improve the lives of the communities we serve.
Accountability: Accountability is a critical value at the CAIA because it ensures that we are accountable to the communities we serve and the partners we work with. We are committed to being accountable for our actions and to measuring and reporting on our progress and impact.
Learning: CAIA is committed to continuous learning as part of its strategy to provide high-quality and sustainably impactful solutions to the ever-evolving challenges we are on a mission to address.
Trust: Trust is an important value at the CAIA because it is fundamental to the relationships we build with the communities we serve and the partners we work with. We work to build trust by being transparent, accountable, and reliable, and by always acting with integrity.
Transparency: Transparency is a key value at the CAIA because it is essential to building trust and fostering accountability. We are committed to being open and transparent about our work, our processes, and our decision-making, and to providing the information and data that our stakeholders need to understand our activities.
Service: Service is a core value at the CAIA because it is at the heart of our mission. We are dedicated to serving the needs of afro-descendant communities and working to create positive change and improve their lives. We believe that by focusing on service, we can make a real and lasting impact in the world.