This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is “Legacy in Action: Celebrating Black Brilliance.” This theme highlights the living legacy of Black Nova Scotians, honouring the impact and perseverance of the long-standing community. It highlights the greatness we hold, the paths we lead through our deep connection with our elders, storytelling, the rhythms of change, and the ability to look back to move forward.
The theme also aligns with a reflection of Empowerment and Leadership over the past decade of the United Nations’ International Decade for People of African Descent (DPAD) 2015-2024. The goal of DPAD was to strengthen global cooperation in support of people of African descent, increase awareness, and progress towards presence in all aspects of society.
Nova Scotia has 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities with a long, deep, and complex history dating back over 200 years. African Heritage Month allows us to celebrate our culture, legacy, achievements, and contributions of our people – past and present.