Formally Recognised Branches

Our Branches

AYC's formally recognised branches extend our reach into specialised communities — each with its own identity, leadership, and mission, united under the African Youth Collective Inc. constitution.

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Recognised Branches
§15.2.5
Constitutional Authority
Melbourne
Service Region
African Australian Albinism Alliance community
AAAA

Recognised Branch · §15.2.5

African Australian Albinism Alliance

Building belonging. Reducing stigma. Empowering lives.

The African Australian Albinism Alliance (AAAA) is AYC's dedicated branch for African Australians living with albinism. It works to reduce stigma, build community belonging, and support the health, wellbeing, and youth empowerment of people with albinism across Melbourne and beyond.

Focus Areas

Albinism awareness & advocacyHealth & wellbeing supportYouth empowermentCommunity belongingStigma reduction
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Bukuru Leonidas

Branch Founder & CEO

Visit Branch Pagehttps://afraaa.org
Sisters by Roots community
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Sisters by Roots logo

Recognised Branch · §15.2.5

Sisters by Roots

United by Love. Rooted in Purpose. Empowered to Impact.

Sisters by Roots is a culturally grounded sisterhood and wellbeing initiative for African-Australian women and mothers in Melbourne's West. It provides a safe, nurturing space for women to connect, heal, grow, and lead — rooted in African cultural identity and values.

Focus Areas

Women's wellbeing & mental healthMotherhood & family supportCultural identity & sisterhoodLeadership developmentCommunity events & programs
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AYC Community Leadership

Branch Proposal

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Branch Governance

Each branch is formally recognised under the AYC Inc. constitution (§15.2.5) and operates with its own leadership structure while remaining accountable to the AYC Board. Branches share AYC's values, B-MAD Framework, and commitment to culturally safe service delivery.

Interested in Starting a Branch?

AYC welcomes proposals for new branches that align with our mission and serve underrepresented communities. Contact us to learn more about the branch proposal process.

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