Who Are We
Friends of Africa, INC was established in December 2020. Our company was initially known as ASAweekendnj. ASA Weekend NJ, was originally a collaborative effort to combine all of NJ’s African Student Associations together to create a 3 days weekend filled with culture, education and fun. But, as the pandemic hit, we decided to change our mission to allow us to be more flexible with our efforts.
This corporation is organized exclusively for charitable, religious, educational, recreational, and scientific purposes.
Founder, Ricki Nyarko
Recce Nyarko is the founder of Friends of Africa, formerly known as African Student Association weekend of NJ, and where she now serves on its board of directors as treasurer. She graduated from Montclair State University with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health and currently attends Chamberlain University where she is pursuing a career in nursing.
Our Goal
To inform, educate, and create cultural awareness about the African diaspora.
We plan to contribute to philanthropic and social welfare projects. To build and strengthen the African community, as well as it's allies and to provide culturally enhanced entertainment. Lastly, provide a platform for the economic empowerment of Africans.