Rise Together. Build Together. Remember Together.
Our Community Is Growing Through
Guided by the Sankofa principle — "It is not wrong to go back for that which you have forgotten" — we return to our roots to rise together.
Meetups & Weekenders
Casual gatherings and transformative retreats
Talks & Workshops
On investments, health, careers, and culture
Festivals & Conferences
Celebrating diaspora excellence
Products
Clothing, wellness, and symbols of connection
Upcoming Events
View allSankofa Sunday — London Meetup
Our monthly casual meetup for diaspora men in London. Join us for conversation, connection, and community building. No agenda, just good company.
Investing 101 for the Diaspora
A free introductory workshop on investment fundamentals tailored for the African diaspora. Covering stocks, property, and long-term wealth building.
Men's Mental Health: Breaking the Silence
A powerful talk and open discussion on men's mental health in the diaspora community. Featuring Black male therapists and lived-experience speakers.
Sankofa Rise Stories
Podcast episodes featuring prominent diasporans and their journeys.
The Healing Conversation: Mental Health in the Diaspora
Tendai Moyo
A candid conversation with a Zimbabwean-British therapist about mental health challenges specific to the diaspora experience — from cultural stigma to intergenerational trauma.
From Lagos to London: A Diaspora Entrepreneur's Journey
David Okonkwo
In our first episode, we sit down with a Nigerian-British entrepreneur who built a tech company from scratch in London. We explore the challenges of navigating two cultures, the importance of community, and lessons learned along the way.
Sankofa My Story
Street interviews with diasporans we meet on the street.
My Story: Marcus from Jamaica
Marcus — Jamaica
We walked up to Marcus in Birmingham and asked him about his roots, his dreams, and what makes him proud to be Jamaican-British.
My Story: Kwame from Ghana
Kwame — Ghana
We met Kwame on the streets of Brixton and asked him about his journey, his heritage, and what community means to him.
Latest News & Stories
View allWhy We Need Third Spaces for Black Men in the UK
A reflection on the importance of community spaces where Black men can connect, grow, and be themselves.
The Meaning of Sankofa: Going Back to Move Forward
The Sankofa symbol carries deep wisdom for the diaspora. Here is what it means and why it matters.
Welcome to SankofaRise — Our Journey Begins
SankofaRise is more than a community — it is a movement. Here is why we started and where we are going.
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