About Us
Our history
SAYASPORA is a platform for young African women all over the world.
Founded in 2015 in Montreal, Canada, and run by young women from the African diaspora, we strongly believe in the power of representation as a tool for social change and inspiration.
With this in mind, we hope to create, through our events and online content, a space where young people from the African diaspora can assert their opinions, lead, be inspired, and find community.
Today, Sayaspora is a network of more than 25,000 people online. It is a predominantly female and young audience (18-35 years old).
The 10 years of Sayaspora
10 years of stories, creation, reflection, and community. Since 2015, Sayaspora has been highlighting the voices and journeys of women in the African diaspora through media, cultural, and community projects. Ten years later, we continue this mission: to affirm our heritage, amplify our narratives, and build, together, futures that reflect who we are. Because what we create goes far beyond the digital realm: we build bridges, spaces, and connections. Sayaspora is a collective force in motion. Thank you to our community and allies for continuing to believe in what we are building together.
Our team
Sayaspora was founded by five women: Djamilla Toure, Rydia Sesay, Aurore Iradukunda, Shana Musimbe, and Dorra Bannouri. Together, they founded Sayaspora in Montreal in 2015 and have enabled many young women around the world to freely occupy online and offline spaces to express their truths. Sayaspora began as a blog and has since transformed into a movement that transcends established boundaries, enabling many young women to shine through their writing and expertise.
Managed, conceived, and maintained by young women of African descent living in Canada and working for the good and development of their community, SAYASPORA’s mission is to advocate for female solidarity that transcends borders. Women as agents of change.
Annual reports
For Sayaspora, 2024 was a year of flourishing. With a strengthened team, a bold vision, and renewed commitment, our organization launched transformative projects, expanded its reach, and reinforced its internal structure to better serve African diaspora women.
In this report, you will discover the highlights of 2024, from Dialogues de la Diaspora to Sayasafe and the creation of L’École Sayaspora; as well as key numbers that reflect our impact in the cultural, media, and social spheres.
Download the report to dive into this year of transformation and discover the vision that will shape 2025. Together, let’s continue to uplift and amplify the voices of African diaspora women across Canada!
For Sayaspora, 2023 was marked by ambitious projects, rewarding collaborations, and an unwavering commitment to our mission of giving a powerful voice to young African women in the diaspora.
In this report, you’ll discover the highlights of 2023, the initiatives that left their mark on our community, and the tangible impact of our actions on the cultural, media and professional fronts. Download the report to take a closer look at our achievements and share this collective adventure with us.
Together, let’s continue to make the voices of the African diaspora resonate across Canada!
