This collection contains announcements that were posted on our website.
NEW! Ancestral Roots Summit Report
We're excited to share our Ancestral Roots Summit Report with all of you!
Announcing the 2024 Ubuntu Africentric Conference on AI for the People!
The 2024 Ubuntu Africentric Conference, dedicated to exploring the transformative power of AI through the lens of Ubuntu, will be jointly hosted by the DBDLI and our partners in South Africa, the University of Venda and the University of Pretoria. [Details Inside]
DBDLI Report to the Community 2024
This year’s Report to Community is being held at the beautiful Black Loyalist Heritage Centre in Birchtown, NS. We’d love your participation too and invite you to join our livestream on YouTube on June 20th at 6 PM. This is a great opportunity to hear what we’ve been doing over the past year, come virtually celebrate with us!
Special DBDLI 10th Anniversary Bursary
Applications are now open for the DBDLI 10th Anniversary Legacy Bursary! This is a one-time offering in recognition of our 10th anniversary which was marked in November 2022. Submissions deadline is April 30, 2024. [Details and Application Form Inside]
Extended! The 2024 African Nova Scotian History Challenges
Exciting news! The deadline for the African Nova Scotian History Challenges has been extended to February 29, 2024. We hope this gives you back a few days after the winter storms.
Third Annual Deveau/DBDLI Lecture
As we look back on our 3rd annual DBDLI/Deveau lecture, our hearts are brimming with gratitude for the exceptional individuals and organizations that made it an indelible and enriching experience. We are deeply thankful to each and every one of you for contributing to the success of this remarkable gathering.
The 2024 African Nova Scotian History Challenges
The History Challenges are back! For 2024, we’re continuing with our hybrid model, but online form registration is mandatory for all entries. Submissions deadline is extended until February 29, 2024. We can't wait to see what your students create to celebrate African Nova Scotian history and heritage!
Suspension of Rental Services
To better serve you and ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction, we will temporarily cease rental bookings from December 18th until January 31st. We will still honour any bookings that were made prior to this updated notice. [Details Inside]
DBDLI Community-Based Africentric E-Learning Workshops
We extend an open invitation to members of the African Nova Scotian community to make history, create opportunities, and shape a future that reflects our shared dreams. Your presence is not just welcomed; it's celebrated. Join hands and hearts with us TODAY!
Temporary Office Closure for Staff Retreat
We will be closed on Thursday and Friday (Oct. 12-13) for an internal staff retreat. We reopen on the following business day.