An event organised by JOM Charity in partnership with WIN (Women Integration Network created a sense of belonging for African communities and integration with Scottish people.
It was a moment to celebrate African journeys through the launch of the booklet “The Journey – Personal testimonies of Africans Living and working in Scotland”, organised by Josephine Oboh-Macleod, founder of JOM Charity and Dr Sue Morrison, Oral History Researcher. The book brings the journeys of Africans from different countries: Josephine Oboh-Macleod (Nigeria), John Williams Osehi (Nigeria), Dr Ade Aibinu (Nigeria), Olivia Ndoti (Zambia), Giscard Kuimi (Cameroon), Sean Michael McCallum Reid (Zimbabwe).
The Women Integration Network prepared a buffet with food from different parts of the world, bringing a taste of home to the public present. The WIN founder, Olvia Ndoti, spoke about the importance of the sense of belonging for African communities in Scotland.
Sean Michael McCallum Reid, a Zimbabwe artist and presenter, involved the public in discovering the world through Proverbs, something that connects all cultures. A group of Scottish traditional musicians entertained the event.
On a day where African culture was celebrated, Scotland was exalted as home, new friendships were made, and a sense of belonging was present.