The African Think Tank’s second annual Ubuntu Fundraising Gala delivered an evening defined by energy, cultural pride and community connection.
Led by founder and CEO Dr. Sidonie Niba, the event brought together local leaders, scholars and supporters at the Ruthe Jackson Center in Grand Prairie for a celebration centered on heritage, unity and shared purpose.
The program featured perspectives from community advocates and educators who emphasized the importance of cultural preservation and collective progress.
Attendees engaged with messages focused on empowerment, global awareness and the value of building bridges across generations and backgrounds.
Throughout the evening, speakers highlighted the growing influence of African diasporic voices in North Texas and the responsibility of community institutions to cultivate spaces where those stories can flourish.
Guests experienced a mix of performances, fashion and traditional expressions that showcased the continent’s diversity.
The atmosphere remained lively and welcoming as families, professionals, civic leaders and elders gathered to reaffirm the Ubuntu principle: I am, because we are.
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