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Cross-continental leadership development, conflict transformation, and community innovation—equipping diaspora leaders to serve with integrity across Africa and the globe.
About ADLD
ADLD builds ethical, skilled, and purpose-driven leaders through training, mentorship, and capacity-building—strengthening networks that connect Africa with diaspora communities worldwide.
To develop ethical, skilled, and purpose-driven leaders through training, mentorship, and capacity-building; strengthen global African diaspora networks; and empower individuals to lead with innovation, entrepreneurship, and community service for the advancement and transformation of Africa and its diaspora.
A new generation of African diaspora leaders equipped to transform their communities and strengthen connections between Africa and the United States—and across the world—with unity, courage, and moral clarity.
Leadership
Founder & Associate Professor of Conflict Resolution and Ministry
Dr. Drissa Kone is the founder of the African Diaspora Leadership Development initiative and an Associate Professor of Conflict Resolution and Ministry at HJ International Graduate School for Peace. He teaches courses in diplomacy, interfaith dialogue, leadership, Islamic studies, and restorative and transitional justice. Dr. Kone earned his B.A. in Teaching ESL from the University Félix Houphouët-Boigny in Côte d’Ivoire, an M.Div. and a Doctor of Ministry from HJ International, and an M.A. in Diplomacy from Norwich University. His scholarly work focuses on transformational leadership and effective strategies for managing cross-cultural conflict within diverse communities. Since 2016, he has coordinated the Universal Peace Federation’s African Diaspora initiative in the United States. He also serves as a visiting professor at the University Félix Houphouët-Boigny.
Training
Bilingual workshops, video archives, and practical tools for leaders serving in diplomacy, faith communities, entrepreneurship, and grassroots peacebuilding.
Structured modules in English and French covering culture, ethical leadership, and community engagement—designed for seminars and cohort-based learning.
Learn more →African Youth Development Program initiatives and entrepreneurial incubators that connect emerging leaders with mentors across Africa and the diaspora.
Learn more →Ethics, restorative justice, interfaith dialogue, and diplomacy—equipping leaders to navigate cross-cultural conflict with dignity and skill.
Learn more →Projects
ADLD collaborates with local and international partners to promote sustainable development, inclusive growth, and youth leadership across the African diaspora.
AYDP works in collaboration with local and international partners to promote sustainable development and inclusive growth. Programs strengthen networks and mentorship—connecting emerging leaders with coaches and successful entrepreneurs across Africa and the diaspora.
Explore AYDPPractical support for diaspora-led ventures and community enterprises—combining leadership formation with business incubation, coaching, and cross-border partnership.
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Your contribution helps fund seminars, participant meals, materials, and youth programs. Every gift—at any level—advances ethical leadership across the diaspora.
$200
Sponsors workshop materials and learning resources for seminar participants.
$500
Helps provide meals and hospitality for multi-day leadership intensives.
$1,000
Supports venue costs for five-day seminars and expanded youth programming.
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