A bilingual community for Africans living in America

You don't need an occasion to belong.

Welcome to Lisanga Space. Free bilingual gatherings in Dallas where Africans from different countries and generations meet, learn and grow alongside one another.

Why Lisanga Space

Because community shouldn't need an occasion.

Because we believe you shouldn't need a birthday, a wedding, a funeral or any other traditional occasion to have a reason to gather.

Lisanga Space creates more opportunities for Africans living in America to simply come together, connect, have meaningful conversations, learn, share, have fun and grow across cultures and generations.

Because sometimes, the reason to gather can simply be each other.

Who it's for

There's a place for you here.

Whether it is connecting with someone new, learning something useful, sharing experiences, strengthening faith, building relationships or simply enjoying good company, there is a place for everyone at Lisanga.

Young Adults

Building careers, relationships and community.

Professionals

Connecting, learning and growing.

Entrepreneurs

Building businesses and exchanging ideas.

Parents & Families

Navigating culture, generations and life in America.

Long-Term Residents

Creating new connections and experiences.

Second-Generation Africans

Exploring identity, culture and belonging.

Across Africa. Across generations. Across experiences.

What is Lisanga Space

More than an event. More than a network. More than a social club.

  • To meet someone new.
  • To have a real conversation.
  • To learn something useful.
  • To take care of ourselves.
  • To build relationships.
  • To laugh. To grow.

Lisanga Space is a community-building organization created to bring Africans living in America together across nationality, culture, generation, profession and background, from meaningful conversations and financial education to wellness, networking, social gatherings and community service.

Our mission is to strengthen community among Africans living in America, with inclusive bilingual ways to connect, learn, grow and support one another beyond traditional occasions.

Come as you are. Bring your story. Find your community.

What we do

Seven ways to belong.

Through meaningful conversations, learning, networking, wellness, faith, social experiences and opportunities to give back, Lisanga creates meaningful reasons to gather beyond the traditional occasions that usually bring us together.

01

LS Connect

Build relationships.

Networking, friendship, mentorship and meaningful connections across cultures and generations.

02

LS Grow

Learn. Develop. Thrive.

Personal development, professional growth, leadership, career conversations and practical life skills.

03

LS Money

Build financial confidence.

Credit, banking, homeownership, budgeting, investing, retirement, entrepreneurship and navigating money in America.

04

LS Wellness

Take care of you.

Walking, movement, wellness experiences, self-care, stress management and healthy living.

05

LS Talks

Real conversations. Real life.

Open conversations about culture, identity, relationships, parenting, success, faith, generations and life in America.

06

LS Social

Because life should be fun.

Dinners, games, music, food, cultural experiences, outings and celebrations.

07

LS Impact

Community that gives back.

Volunteering, mentorship, community service, youth initiatives and opportunities to make a difference.

Come and see what it feels like.

Explore our experiences

Upcoming

Come gather with us.

There's always a reason to connect at Lisanga Space, and sometimes no occasion is needed.

Social

Fri, Oct 16 · 7:00 PM · Dallas, TX

LS: No Occasion Needed

An evening of conversation, connection, food and fun. Come alone. You won't leave that way.

Bilingual · Free Register
Money

Sat, Oct 24 · 11:00 AM · Online

Credit, Homeownership & the First Ten Years

A practical LS Money session on what nobody explains when you arrive, and what you can still fix.

English · Free Register
Wellness

Sat, Nov 7 · 9:00 AM · Dallas, TX

Saturday Walk & Talk

Three miles, no agenda. Movement, fresh air and the kind of conversation that happens side by side.

Bilingual · Free Register

Bilingual by design

Two languages. Many cultures. One community.

Africa is diverse. So are we. French and English are the languages of our community, so people can participate and connect naturally.

Français↔English

You don't have to choose between your roots and your life in America. You can bring both.

Get involved

You don't have to only attend. You can help build.

Volunteer

Events, outreach, hospitality and community activities.

Community Ambassador

Introduce Lisanga to your city, workplace, church or network.

Share Your Expertise

Lead a conversation, workshop, class or experience.

Become a Mentor

Support someone else's professional or personal growth.

Join a Committee

Help shape programs, communications and community initiatives.

Partner With Us

Sponsor an event, support a program, host an experience.

Join Lisanga Space

No occasion needed.

You don't need a wedding to gather. You don't need a birthday to celebrate. You don't need a crisis to show up for each other. Sometimes, we gather simply because community matters.

Joining is free. A real person writes back, you see the calendar before it goes public, and you come to whatever you like. Nothing is required.

info@lisangaspace.org