BRIDGE-ing the Gap
Building Resilient Immigrants through Diversity, Guidance & Empowerment
We empower Black immigrants of African descent in Canada to succeed, through culturally tailored solutions to our biggest challenges
B.R.I.D.G.E Partners
Okwera Academy is a Canadian non-profit dedicated to dismantling systemic barriers and empowering Black communities by serving as a dedicated talent and career incubator. We address the significant educational and employment disparities faced by Black Canadians through essential resources, mentorship, skill development, and financial support.
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Anutio is an organization that enables individuals to scale their careers to higher heights by providing people with evidence of what they are truly great at and aligning their career paths to their life priorities and unique personality.
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Woveo is a finacial platform that is creating a movement of changemakers who are passionate about obtaining financial freedom. They believe that financial security shouldn't be reserved for the few, but accessible to all. That's why they have built Woveo from the ground up to empower individuals and communities to take control of their financial futures.
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A not-for-profit organization that provides affordable loans and career support resources to international students, skilled immigrants and refugees. Our loans help our clients pay for their tuition, cost of accreditation and career development.
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What B.R.I.D.G.E Offers?
Custom Solutions
Our African Impact BRIDGE ambassadors help you navigate our platform for the essentials. Do you need to find rental housing without a credit history? Send or receive funds from back home? Don’t worry, we got you!
Tailored Resources
We help African immigrants just like you to:
- Access educational scholarships and financial aid
- Secure paid work placements without Canada experience
- Connect with mentors who have been in your shoes
- Build the skills for your dream career
Cultural Immersion
Our conferences have welcomed thousands of attendees from almost every African country in Canada. Did you know that there are over a million Black immigrants of African descent today in Canada?
We are your go to platform for:
- Connecting with your diaspora community in Canada
- Finding events here that are culturally significant to you
- Finding the best food from your country’s local cuisine
Everyone calls us their home away from home!
Community
We really want to make it easier for you to integrate into the ecosystem and to thrive while you are at it. We know how lonely it can get when you are new to a place but we want to ensure that your journey of settling in is so much smoother!