We held the 3rd Annual African Student Graduation in Calgary on June 30, 2024. The event’s theme was “Building Resilience,” reflecting our focus on empowering graduates to overcome challenges and succeed in their future endeavors. The ceremony was attended by over 255 people, including family members, friends, and community supporters.
The highlight of the evening was the presence of special guest speakers, including honorable government officials and ministers. These distinguished guests delivered inspiring speeches, encouraging the graduates to embrace resilience in the face of adversity. Their words of wisdom and motivation left a lasting impact on everyone present.
Action 4 Humanity made a significant contribution to the event by providing scholarship money to high school graduates and gifts to university graduates. Additionally, they generously gifted each graduate with a certificate of appreciation. The evening was further enriched by a delicious dinner and vibrant cultural entertainment, allowing attendees to celebrate together and enjoy the sense of community.
We also value the presence of Mount Royal University and Bow Valley College, whose representatives provided valuable guidance and information to high school graduates, helping them navigate their future educational paths.
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our sponsors, partners, and volunteers, whose support made this event possible. A special thank you goes to our sponsors: Calgary Foundation, Somali Canadian Society of Calgary, Alberta Government, Canadian Race Relations Foundation, Umoja Mosaic Community, Burns Memorial Fund, and Minuteman Press. Your contributions have made a profound difference in the lives of these graduates and the success of this event.
The 3rd Annual African Student Graduation was a remarkable celebration of achievement, resilience, and community, and we look forward to continuing this tradition in the years to come.
