Baai Alkebulan House is Australia’s first African Library, Arts and History Museum. Baai Alkebulan is the dedicated home for learning about the history and culture of people of African and First Nations descent.From rare and important books to art, antiques, professional services and businesses, we want to educate ourselves and our children about our rich ...
African Youth Initiatives Centre
Baai Alkebulan’s African Library Art and History Museum

GOAL
$20,000
Field of Interest
- Arts and culture
- Social inclusion and justice
Target Population
- Asylum seekers, refugees, migrants and people from CALD backgrounds

We’re an African led organisation, for Africans.
Our youth services include:
- Case Work to support individuals & families
- A Safe space for African youth to visit & seek connection
- 1-1 Mentoring by African mentors to Support & Give Guidance to African Youth
- Work Placement to support students career development
- Recreational Programs to Support Emotional & Social Development
Since 2016, we have worked hard to help kids from African descent grow and develop through:
- Mentoring
- Education
- Cultural recreation
Project Summary
Baai Alkebulan House is Australia’s first African Library, Arts and History Museum.
Baai Alkebulan is the dedicated home for learning about the history and culture of people of African and First Nations descent.
From rare and important books to art, antiques, professional services and businesses, we want to educate ourselves and our children about our rich cultures and history to empower each other to navigate the future.
Baai Alkebulan House inspires the youth to use the teachings of our ancestors to reach greater heights, unbound by the preconceived ideas placed upon us.
We seek to create a new narrative for the future of our communities by learning about our past. Baai Alkebulan House, established by African people, is a multi- functional space designed to foster the development and advancement of our communities. We offer a range of programs tailored to diverse age groups and interests, encompassing both creative and academic pursuits.
Project Outcomes
Baai Alkebulan directly impacts African and First Nation children and youth aged between 5-25 who live in the Western Melbourne area. As a result of youth in Australia reporting higher-than-ever rates of loneliness, we deliberately placed Baai Alkebulan in Footscray. This location is already a hub for people who live in the Western suburbs and is easily accessible to youth, families, and children via public transport.
It also acts as a ‘Third Place’ which has been linked to supporting young people who endure social marginalisation by allowing a location away from home, school, or work environments to learn about themselves and other people.
Reading Group
Weekdays - TBD Sunday 3pm - 5pm
Creates a space for to participate in conversations and learn about themselves and diverse communities. Learning together with individuals from various cultural backgrounds, will promote social unity and reduce conflicts.
Homework Club & Chess Club: Gives students access to CALD tutors outside of the pressure of a school environment and improves academic confidence. Encourages learning and strategic thinking, as well as, social growth. It also provides an exploration of hobbies that are safe and educational.
Youth Advisory Group: Delivered monthly, encourages youth leadership, fosters community discussions, and offers exposure to diverse perspectives. Provides networking opportunities with mentors and industry leaders to enhance job prospects.
Poetry & Performance: Creates a safe space for performance and highlighting of community creative ideas. Provides more opportunities for youth to be heard with opportunity of meeting like-minded people
Holiday Activities: Gives children and youth a chance to socialise and participate in activities in a safe environment.
Budget Breakdown
TOTAL BUDGET: $47,000
FUNDING
Funding source | Amount |
---|---|
Scanlon Foundation (confirmed) | $20,000 |
Private donors (confirmed) | $5,000 |
AYI Centres (confirmed) | $2,000 |
Funding gap (unconfirmed) | $20,000 |
EXPENSES
Expense item | Amount |
---|---|
Space hire | $15,000 |
Program cost (including equipment promotions and marketing | $20,000 |
Catering | $5,000 |
Workshop facilitators | $7,000 |
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