RESEARCH & ADVOCACY

Our Research & Advocacy highlights the development, humanitarian, and policy challenges impacting Black and African communities and amplifies the voices of those bringing about change. Through community-based research, we aim to uncover the root causes of systemic issues and develop solutions that center the needs of community members.

Advocacy in Action

Storytelling is at the heart of our advocacy. Through digital content, we collaborate with youth leaders, humanitarians, and human rights activists from Africa and the diaspora to amplify their voices. By showcasing both the challenges and opportunities within their communities, we aim to inspire action and drive meaningful change on a global scale.

After two years of responding to the crisis in Ukraine, Voices of Survival: Untold Stories of Africans in Ukraine covers the stories of students whose education was disrupted by the war. It explores the impact on women, mental health, advocacy efforts, and more. Sponsored by the Open Society Foundation and executive produced by NoirUnited co-founders Macire Aribot Ashford and Nassim Ashford

NUI RESEARCH

NoirUnited is excited to announce the launch of our Black Papers, which aim to inform the global community about the root causes behind challenges facing marginalized people worldwide and provide actionable recommendations for communities and institutions.

Our first paper provides an overview of Black and African involvement in international movements and the impact of youth in the international development space. It also examines the current state of racial equity in the international development and humanitarian sectors, offering community-based solutions to address the identified challenges. Read more here.

ADVOCACY CAMPAIGNS

NoirUnited International is committed to empowering the African diaspora to lead in shaping policies that impact their communities. Our advocacy initiative builds the capacity of local communities through workshops, campaign strategies, and direct engagement with public officials. By amplifying their voices, we ensure these communities play an active role in advancing sustainable development and equitable policies across Africa and the diaspora.

Humanitarian Equity

NoirUnited advocates for fair and just humanitarian aid by amplifying the voices of marginalized communities, ensuring equitable distribution of resources, and holding international actors accountable. We're reimagining global aid systems that prioritize dignity, inclusion, and justice for all.

Healthy Black Communities

We aim to improve health outcomes and access to resources for Black communities globally. By addressing systemic disparities in access to resources, promoting wellness programs, and advocating for policies that reduce health inequities, NoirUnited works to ensure that Black communities thrive physically, mentally, and socially.

Supporting Black Businesses

We advocate for policies and initiatives that strengthen economic ties between Africa and its global diaspora. NoirUnited works to expand access to international markets, foster fair trade practices, and encourage investments that benefit entrepreneurs and businesses throughout the diaspora.

Global Climate Justice

NoirUnited advocates for sustainable climate policies that address the disproportionate impact of climate change on vulnerable communities in Africa and the diaspora. We focus on issues ranging from climate finance and migration to food security and water access.