CV LEADERS WHO ATTENDED THIS EVENT HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

1. Meet fellow leaders who run Cabo Verdean community-based organizations

2. Learn about other Cabo Verdean community-based organizations making an impact in the CV community.

3. Build connections for future support & collaboration.

SUMMIT HOST | SAMIRA ALI GOMES

Samira Ali Gomes is a Kriola, born and raised in Stockholm, Sweden. At the core, she is a social entrepreneur and has worked with and created many initiatives. She is the founder of EMMSTechnology, a non-profit to empower WOC in the Nordic tech industry. She is also a Programmes Manager at Impact Hub King's Cross in London, England, where she supports entrepreneurs to set up sustainable businesses and to become financially independent. Samira is a also a member of the Board of Advisors for Ranja CV. Samira works extensively with the professional and career development of women and people of colour in different fields, and uses her skills from working in tech and communication to empower the community through knowledge and networking. Connect with Samira.

Cabo Verde Digital is an initiative of the Cabo Verdean government to enable the innovation ecosystem for Startups. Cabo Verde Digital was founded in 2019 in Praia, Cabo Verde. Cabo Verde Digital comes forth as the government's arm to follow up on a series of public initiatives, spanning from coding school for youngsters to scholarships to create businesses, and public support to attract digital nomads to the country. Learn more on their website.

Women and Girls Self Defense Karate Team of Ponta do Sol, Santo Antão is a collaboration between CV Americans and CVs of Ponta do Sol to setup and recruit a team of 30 women & girls, providing uniforms, sets of protective sparring equipment, & 150 lessons a year for 2 years in Ponta do Sol. The goal of this collaboration is to address violence against CV women and girls by empowering them with self defense skills. Contact: Vinny Gilmete, Vinnyrhds@yahoo.com

Supremeoverstanding is a community-based organization established in 1990 with the primary objective of mentoring the youth in Cape Verde. The organization is based out of Praia, Cabo Verde. Local gang violence, overcrowded prisons, teenage pregnancy, unemployment....all lead to a situation of utter despair for many of our youths. Proper mentoring programs will inspire greatness. Connect with the organization.

A Vontade Tours + Services handles travel throughout the Cabo Verde islands; A Vontade Services handles relocation, real estate and citizenship process needs. A Vontade Tours is based both in Praia, Cabo Verde and in the U.S. (Rhode Island). The organization was founded in the year 2013 by Owner & CEO Joli Moniz. Learn more here

Cape Verdean Basketball League is the First Professional Basketball League in Cabo Verde who brings players from all over the world to come play in Cabo Verde and expose themselves to the Cape Verdean culture! Through basketball, we will be able to boost tourism and economic growth in CV, all while elevating the overall basketball culture of Cabo Verde! Learn more.

Sonvela is a traditional charity currently transitioning into an investment fund. Our focus will be on micro/small businesses and tech companies. Sonvela is registered in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The organization was established in the year 2011. If you would like to connect or collaborate, or would simply like more information, you may learn more about Sonvela here.

Cabo Verdeans Na Japão is a group of Cabo Verdeans currently residing in the country of Japan. The group comes together for events to build community, celebrate Cabo Verdean culture and support one another. CVs na Japão has engaged members from Cabo Verde, the U.S., and more. This organization has built a supportive network for CVs in Japan. If you would like to get in contact with the members of Cabo Verdeans, email us at hello@ranjacv.org | Video: CVs in Japan

Associacão Cabo Verdiana de Brockton, Inc.(ACVB) is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit community based organization, whose ongoing mission is to provide education, health, civic, social and human services. First known as the Cape Verdean-American Association, Inc. the name was changed in 1991 to Associação Cabo Verdiana de Brockton, Inc. due to a merge with New Cape Verdean Alliance, founded in 1989. Learn more

Cape Verdean American Lawyers Association (CVALA) is a non-profit association whose mission it is to (a) support Cabo Verdean descendant students, particularly from low income families, in pursuing legal education; (b) advocate for attorneys of Cabo Verdean ancestry; (c) promote the general welfare and legal rights of the Cabo Verdean community; and (d) encourage a spirit of cooperation. If you’d like to connect with CVALA, Ranja CV can connect you. Contact us.

Cape Verdean American Medical Society is a society of Cabo Verdean American physicians and other health care professionals interested in improving the quality of health care in the island. The mission is to maintain and promote the  Cabo Verdean heritage and to expand the “art of healing” in a progressive, professional and scientific manner. The goal is also to promote research pertaining to the study of medical and scientific matters.  Learn more here.

Cape Verdean Association in New Bedford | As the vanguard of Cape Verdean heritage in the United States, we aspire to reach, build and strengthen partnerships throughout the Diaspora. The CVANB will foster continued appreciation for our history, deliver culturally competent programs and services that enrich all communities, making a difference in the lives of the Cape Verdean people here and abroad. CVANB is currently restoring a former theater into a Cape Verdean Cultural Center. To learn more, visit their website.

The Cape Verdean Nurses Association (CVNA) was founded in 2016 in Boston, MA with CVNA President Rute I. Teixeira leading the association as a way to unite Cape Verdean Nurses and give back to the community we serve. CVNA’s mission is to build a stronger Cape Verdean community through health promotion education, and community building enrichment activities. Learn more.

Cape Verdean STEM Society (CSS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to contributing to the advancement of the STEM fields in Cabo Verde. The organization currently offers a mentorship program in which supportive STEM professionals provide youth with individualized volunteer tutoring and mentoring. They also aim to unite all STEM professionals and work on projects vital for our technological advancement in education, health systems, tech, and the environment. More

Kriol Global is an import/export company dedicated to serving and connecting Cape Verdean business owners, globally. Kriol Global partners with businesses to import, export, and deliver goods while also creating a cohort of Cape Verdean-owned businesses and services. The organization specialize in providing consumers with fair trade – ethically and quality sourced products to meet customer needs. Learn more about Kriol Global: Visit their their website.

Kriola’s Professional Association is the first 501c3 dedicated to helping Kriolas and women of color broaden their knowledge and grow their network through resource sharing and programming. KPA’s mission is to bring together Cabo Verdean women of diverse occupations and provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking, and support. More about KPA.

Mila Mila, Inc. is an organization that aims to preserve Cabo Verde's vibrant culture and history through books, lifestyle & arts. The organization was founded in 2015 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. Mili Mila captivates the essence of being everywhere while preserving Cabo Verde’s vibrant and innovative culture through books, lifestyle, and the arts. Mila Mila, Inc. has also provided The Cape Verdean Creole to English Dictionary. Learn more about Mila Mila Inc. here.

Other 1s Foundation is a charity organization collecting all white Nike Air Force 1s any size and condition and distributing to those in need. The organization was founded in 2020 by Leah Tavares of Dorchester, Massachusetts (U.S.). At it’s core, Other 1s is an effort to further build and empower a sense of community. To learn more about Other 1s Foundation, we encourage you to visit their website.

Our Children, Our Future, Inc. (OCOF, Inc.) is an all-volunteer nonprofit with a mission to provide food, clothing, school supplies, & toys to the disadvantaged youth of Cabo Verde. The organization was founded in the year 2006. The organization has provided these goods, donated and purchased through fundraising, to many schools and youth programs since our incorporation, and helped hundreds of children. Learn more about OCOF, Inc. here.

Cape Verdean Museum is dedicated to the preservation of the history and culture of Cape Verde and Cape Verdeans in the United States. The Cape Verdean Museum was founded in the year 2003. The organization is based in Rhode Island, U.S. The museum and its volunteers regularly take part in cultural events around Rhode Island. The museum welcomes school & group visits by special arrangement. To learn more, Museum, visit their website.

Capeverdean American Community Development (CACD) aims to develop and enrich human personality through educational programs, group association within the framework of American democratic ideals and the fundamental traditions of Cape Verdean culture. The organization is based in Pawtucket, Rhode Island (U.S.). CACD is a 501(c)3 Non-profit organization. community organization. Learn more about CACD here.

Cape Verdean Veteran Memorial serves as an everlasting tribute to the service and sacrifice of Cape Verdean Veterans. The Memorial is a reminder for present and future generations of the dedication and contribution made by Cape Verdean Veterans to support global peace efforts. The CVVM project is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit and is registered with the RI Veterans Administration. The Memorial is the first of its kind. “Symbols Matter, Memorials Matter”. Learn more here.

Esperança Ja' Hope Now! The mission is to assist Caboverdians who are in need, especially youth and the disabled, both locally and globally. OUR PURPOSE: To provide love & support with the goal of hope being fully realized. OUR ACTION: Take hold of hope for a better future by providing support & encouragement in the areas of physical, social, & emotional needs. OUR IMPACT: Moving from risk to resilience, inspiring others to have and give hope. Learn more here.

Poderoza: International Conference on Cabo Verdean Women is a biennial conference that takes place on the first Saturday in March. The conference was founded in 2015 by by Terza Silva Lima-Neves and Aminah Fernandes Pilgrim. Since the first Poderoza Conference in 2016, which took place at Providence College (USA), the conference has welcomed hundreds of participants from across continents. The next conference takes place March 5, 2022. Learn more

Rhode Island Cape Verdean Heritage Subcommittee aims to commemorate and preserve the Cape Verdean culture, to improve the well-being of Cape Verdean children and adults in the United States, and to foster brotherhood and understanding among Cape Verdeans. The Subcommittee is also responsible for organizing the independence of Cabo Verde festival in Rhode Island, which is the most celebrated cultural event by the Cape Verdean people. More about this organization

Ranja CV is a new organization that was founded in April 2019.  Ranja CV "Ranja" means "to prepare" in Cabo Verdean Kriolu.  Ranja CV is a registered Corporation in the U.S. state of Rhode Island (currently applying for 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Status). Ranja CV aims to increase virtual networking & mentorship opportunities among Cabo Verdeans around the World. Learn more.

Cabo Queer is a social media network that celebrates the global LGBTQIA+ and Gender Expansive Cabo Verdean community through representation. Cabo Queer was founded in the year 2020. The organization is New York City-based (U.S.), but has developed a global outreach. Learn more.

Cape Verdeans of Philadelphia is a group welcome to all CV Americans living in the tri state area of southeastern Pennsylvania. Here we can learn and teach each other about the history and culture of our ancestors, by sharing information, ideas, and fellowship. By building long lasting relationships with one another and encouraging those like us to join is a great way to build a strong community driven by pride in who we are. Learn more here.

Cape Verdeans of The Carolinas Association (CVC) was founded in 2014 and is committed to preserving and promoting the culture of the Republic of Cabo Verde in North and South Carolina. The Association serves as a vehicle of engagement and support among the Cape Verdean population in these two states. Additionally, it aims to enlighten all interested people in learning more about this small West African island nation. Learn more about CVC

Cape Verdeans of Atlanta is an organization dedicated to the preservation of Cape Verdean culture and heritage. We are a social organization for all. The organization was founded in the year 1993, and is based in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. The organization has also created a vibrant Facebook community of Cabo Verdeans based in Atlanta, Georgia. You can learn more about Cape Verdeans of Atlanta by engaging with them on their Facebook page.

Cape Verdean West Association works to provide a forum for the discussion, and preservation of the Cape Verdean ideas and Culture. CVSA also works to encourage academic achievement and cultural awareness. CVWA also promotes family-oriented cultural, social, educational and charitable activities that benefit the islands of Cabo Verde and the Cape Verdean-American community. The organization was founded in the year 1978. Learn more here.

The NextGen Kriolus (formerly known as CV Millennials of Northern California) is a group of Cabo Verdeans based in The Bay Area of California (San Francisco, Oakland, and Sacrament) who build community through monthly events. The organization has built a community for networking and supporting one another, as well as getting connected to CV resources. Contact us to get in contact with the group. Learn more here

Sosabe Cellars is A Cape Verdean family owned business in Napa Valley, California. With roots in winemaking for over 40 years. Our goal is to make great wines, at a great price, enjoyable for all occasions for individuals of all backgrounds. Highlighting our Cape Verdean roots within our wines and our story to share with others. Learn more here.

Cape Verdeans of Southern California (CVSC) is a community project fund that is dedicated to supporting the members of the diaspora within the Greater Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange, and San Diego counties. They do this by (1) hosting community events to promote fellowship and raise funding (2) providing scholarships to students seeking to advance their education, and (3) sharing stories to continue the culture of Cabo Verde in Southern California More about CVSC

CV Millennials of Southern California is group of Cabo Verdeans within the Millennial generation that are based in the Southern California area (Los Angeles, San Diego and surrounding counties). The group is relatively new, having been established in 2019. The group plans social events. Their last event included the celebration of the opening of Cape Green, a CV-owned restaurant in North Hollywood, California in 2020. If you’d like to connect with this group, feel free to contact us.

Cape Verdeans of San Diego is a community organization based in San Diego, California, U.S. The organization puts together Carnival, Gala and Annual Cookouts all held in San Diego to present CV culture. The organization has been organizing CV events and bringing together the CV community in San Diego since the year 2006. To contact the organization, you may send an email to Ranja CV, and we’ll connect you with the leaders of the organization. Contact us.