SAYASPHÈRE

The Sayasphère project advances the empowerment of women from the African diaspora in Canada by building Sayaspora’s capacity. Through a structured approach and strategic strengthening, the project enables the organization to better meet the needs of this community and to have a broader impact on Canadian society.

By improving its governance, developing strategic collaborations, strengthening its financial sustainability, and consolidating its visibility, Sayaspora is amplifying its role as a platform for support, expression, and empowerment for young women of the African diaspora.

Why this project

Across Canada, organizations led by women from the African and Caribbean diasporas are doing remarkable work in their communities. Through Sayasphère, Sayaspora steps into its role as convenor and catalyst. Externally, we bring these organizations together through SayaNetwork so they can share knowledge and grow stronger and more visible together. Internally, we are strengthening our own foundations, with sound policies, procedures, and governance, so we can sustain this network over time.

Who is it for?

• Sayaspora’s team, volunteers, and ambassadors.
• Organizations and collectives of women from the African and Caribbean diasporas across the country.
• Women in our community, who benefit from our events, resources, and trainings.

Where

Across Canada, from coast to coast.

How

The project moves forward on four fronts: governance, funding, the network, and training. It unfolds in two phases: the first (2024-2026) laid the groundwork, and the second (2026-2027) takes Sayaspora to the national level.

Duration: July 2024 to March 2027
Project amount: $439,500
Funder:

1. Governance
A strengthened board of directors and new financial and strategic policies.

2. Funding
A first fundraising plan and stronger ties with donors.

3. SayaNetwork
A mapping of organizations supporting women of the African diaspora, and the first partnership agreements.

4. Sayaspora team
An HR policy, an awareness campaign, and a training platform for volunteers.

1. Governance
Five policies to guide growth: partnerships, conflict, social media, risk, and continuity.

2. Funding
The launch of the Sayaspora Membership and new tools to diversify revenue.

3. SayaNetwork
SayaNetwork takes shape in four provinces, with regional ambassadors, interprovincial roundtables, and events in Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Calgary, and Vancouver.

4. Sayaspora team
Trainings turned into bilingual video capsules, available to the whole network.