baobab seniors

A World Where Black Elders Thrive in Dignity, Health & Cultural Connection

Honoring heritage, promoting wellbeing, and dismantling barriers for Black Seniors across British Columbia.

I Am Because We Are

— Ubuntu

About us

Our Mission

Inspired by the resilience of the Baobab tree, our mission is to uplift and empower Black Seniors in British Columbia by addressing the unique challenges they face.

Centering Black culture

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Amplifying voices of Black Seniors

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Building community connections

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What we do

Our Programs & Services

01.

Research, Advocacy & Policy Change

Push for disaggregated data to better understand Black seniors’ experiences in health systems.

02.

Culturally Competent Care

Provide social and healthcare services infused with Black cultural identity.

03.

Education & Empowerment

Provide workshops educating providers, black seniors, and families on culturally appropriate care.

Our Funders

The time to act is now!

Create lasting change for Black Seniors today.

Support our efforts, and let’s create a legacy of care and respect for Black Seniors together.

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Celebrating Moments

Bountiful harvest

Delivering farm produce

Education and Empowerment to elders families

Hard work is therapeutic

Elder Pauline Blackman

Sadza served with chicken and pumpkin greens

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