ABOUT BAAADU, A 501(c)(3) Organization
BRIDGING AFRICAN AMERICANS AND THE AFRICAN DIASPORA IN UNITY, (also known as BAAADU Festival Inc.) aims to educate, empower, and inform people about the significant contributions of Africans, the African Diaspora, and African Americans to society. It seeks to promote cultural understanding, celebrating the diverse identities of individuals from both Africa, the United States, and around the world. Through various forms of art, culture, and heritage, BAAADU showcases the historical roots and richness of African Americans and Africans in the Diaspora. It encompasses a wide range of aspects, including music, performing arts, fashion, health, education, entertainment, politics, environment, community engagement, economic empowerment, networking, commerce opportunities, trade, and cultural influence.
BAAADU believes that there is immense talent within the African and African American communities that often goes unnoticed or underappreciated. Therefore, the organization actively seeks out these hidden talents and provides them with a platform and voice to showcase their abilities and contributions to society. By highlighting the achievements and talents of individuals from these communities, BAAADU aims to challenge stereotypes and misconceptions while fostering dialogue, understanding, and collaboration between America and Africa.
In addition to promoting talent, BAAADU is committed to re-educating Africans and African Americans about their shared history, heritage, and the contributions they have made to humanity. Through educational programs, workshops, seminars, and interactive experiences, the organization aims to provide a deeper understanding of the struggles, achievements, and cultural contributions of African Americans and Africans in the diaspora. By celebrating their rich history and culture, BAAADU hopes to instill pride, unity, and empowerment within these communities.
Overall, BAAADU is dedicated to breaking down barriers, promoting collaboration, and creating spaces for dialogue and understanding between America and Africa. Through its international event, the organization strives to celebrate and amplify the voices, talents, and contributions of Africans and African Americans, creating a lasting impact on the global stage.
BAAADU believes that there is immense talent within the African and African American communities that often goes unnoticed or underappreciated. Therefore, the organization actively seeks out these hidden talents and provides them with a platform and voice to showcase their abilities and contributions to society. By highlighting the achievements and talents of individuals from these communities, BAAADU aims to challenge stereotypes and misconceptions while fostering dialogue, understanding, and collaboration between America and Africa.
In addition to promoting talent, BAAADU is committed to re-educating Africans and African Americans about their shared history, heritage, and the contributions they have made to humanity. Through educational programs, workshops, seminars, and interactive experiences, the organization aims to provide a deeper understanding of the struggles, achievements, and cultural contributions of African Americans and Africans in the diaspora. By celebrating their rich history and culture, BAAADU hopes to instill pride, unity, and empowerment within these communities.
Overall, BAAADU is dedicated to breaking down barriers, promoting collaboration, and creating spaces for dialogue and understanding between America and Africa. Through its international event, the organization strives to celebrate and amplify the voices, talents, and contributions of Africans and African Americans, creating a lasting impact on the global stage.
THE BAAADU MISSION
The BAAADU festival is a unique and exciting opportunity to immerse oneself in various aspects of culture and creativity. The festival's dedication to connecting the Diaspora with the United States and other nations emphasizes the message of unity and solidarity. By traveling across the globe, BAAADU aims to spread this message and foster a sense of oneness among people from different backgrounds. This festival is unlike any other, offering a platform for artisans to showcase their creations and for individuals to engage with a wide range of cultural expressions.
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HIGHLIGHTS OF 2023
BAAADU & Ethos Film Awards International Film Festival Collaboration
November 9-17, 2023 / Santa Monica, California
November 9-17, 2023 / Santa Monica, California
Congratulations to Ethos Film Award Winner...Stephanie Mack
The 2023 Ethos Community Visionary Award
Congratulations to those who submitted through BAAADU and have been nominated for an Ethos Award 2023!
Stephanie Mack - The Tyre Nicols Project
Cornelius Wilson - Trillion Dollar Baby
Flodene Dellaud - Sens Inverns
Terrance Stone - Student Voice
Omar Johnson - Searching for Damian O.
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November 10th: Eli & Edith Broad Stages
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HIGHLIGHTS OF 2022
THREE DAY'S WITH BAAADU Recap
USA Edition 2022
USA Edition 2022
Day One: The BAAADU International Business Forum
Held on Friday, October 28, 2022
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THE BAAADU INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS FORUM
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
- Networked with various businesses from around the world.
- Met Industry Titans from various industries within the Health, Education, Finance, Emerging Markets, and Entertainment Sectors.
- Cultivated Economic Empowerment and E-commerce opportunities.
- Provided access to Business Professionals
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Day two: The BAAADU Festival Concert
Held on Saturday, October 29, 2022
The BAAADU FESTIVAL CONCERT
Beverly Hills, California
Beverly Hills, California
Music:
The festival commemorates historical roots and rich diversity by showcasing the enormous variety of cultural experiences in music. Music has long been an integral part of the human existence. It has allowed us to bond socially. It can sooth a child’s cry or energize a crowd. Music more than ever crosses racial, economic and social barriers.
Musical genres continue to expand and change and is as vast as the imagination. Los Angeles is ready to rock to the rhythmic sounds of Afro-beat music to the French rock le musique de francophone. Some of our performers are Patsha Bay, Luis Price, Kevin Nash, Dani B. JAIA and others listed on the website. The BAAADU Festival also provides a platform for Artists to introduce, develop their brand, and collaborate with other Artists around the world.
The festival commemorates historical roots and rich diversity by showcasing the enormous variety of cultural experiences in music. Music has long been an integral part of the human existence. It has allowed us to bond socially. It can sooth a child’s cry or energize a crowd. Music more than ever crosses racial, economic and social barriers.
Musical genres continue to expand and change and is as vast as the imagination. Los Angeles is ready to rock to the rhythmic sounds of Afro-beat music to the French rock le musique de francophone. Some of our performers are Patsha Bay, Luis Price, Kevin Nash, Dani B. JAIA and others listed on the website. The BAAADU Festival also provides a platform for Artists to introduce, develop their brand, and collaborate with other Artists around the world.
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Day Three: BAAADU Fashion Show Gala Held on Sunday, October 30, 2022
The BAAADU Fashion Show
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
Global Fashion Designers
Be in the room as we gracefully walk the runaway as our phenomenal fashion designers and exotic models display their remarkable talent for fashion. Fashion is a form of expression for both the creator and the wearer and BAAADU wants to promote these collections and the talented fashion designer behinds the walking works of art! We are creating interest among the public to spread awareness about the new arrivals from these designers and to increase their brand awareness.
The BAAADU Festival Fashion Show will attract many and is an excellent opportunity to make a statement. We stand by and welcome diversity and believe it is necessary to grant exposure to various trends and styles of clothing.
Be in the room as we gracefully walk the runaway as our phenomenal fashion designers and exotic models display their remarkable talent for fashion. Fashion is a form of expression for both the creator and the wearer and BAAADU wants to promote these collections and the talented fashion designer behinds the walking works of art! We are creating interest among the public to spread awareness about the new arrivals from these designers and to increase their brand awareness.
The BAAADU Festival Fashion Show will attract many and is an excellent opportunity to make a statement. We stand by and welcome diversity and believe it is necessary to grant exposure to various trends and styles of clothing.
BAAADU Models
THANK YOU to all the models who walked for the BAAADU Fashion Show. You were all amazing and truly made the show a success!
Amber Nicole
Charles Wiseman Christopher Ruiz Dani Burton Devyn Teems Grace Ojewole Harry Tucker Janae Bullock Jason Lang Jules Sharpe |
Mike Manuel
Mikee Roxx Mimi Caperton Nico Lima Nikita Sidorenko Oliver Thompson Olivia Mackell Patience Peketsa Pooja Somaiah Queen Shika |
Savannah Doss
Serghei Boldesco Shaneva Davis Sheba Tisha Reynaud Vanessa Calloway YvonneAlei Monroe |