# Mission, Vision, Goals

**Source**: https://afam.yale.edu/about-the-space/mission-vision-goals
**Parent**: https://afam.yale.edu/

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# Mission, Vision, Goals

## Mission

The Mission of The House is to be a welcoming home for scholars, community members and all interested Yalies dedicated to celebrating the historical and contemporary cultural tapestry of the African Diaspora. We seek to inspire a deeper sense of universal belonging.

## Vision

Established in 1969,  The House has a rich history of serving as Yale’s home away from home for those who wish to learn about and celebrate the cultures and traditions of the African Diaspora. The House facilitates its community members’ success in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, cultural education, educational programming, and career preparation.

## Goals

*(Informed by the original goals of the House’s Founders and by the Final Report Consultation Committee on the Cultural Centers (PDF), Submitted 1 December 2014)*

- To support students’ personal, academic and professional development as well as their sense of belonging at Yale through impactful advising, career preparation, and counseling.
- To offer opportunities through which anyone can learn about the robust legacy of accomplishments and societal contributions of the rich diverse cultures that comprise the African Diaspora.
- To engage the larger campus and local communities in pertinent Black and African historical and contemporary issues.
- To foster a more accessible campus environment through community building, and intercultural exchange.
- To empower youth through effective programming and mentorship within the Greater New Haven community and beyond.
- To create meaningful connections amongst current Yale students, the Yale alumni community, and the Greater New Haven area through curated programming and engagement.\