Partnering with African International Students

Africa is a diverse continent with 54 countries and 3,000 languages! Even with this megadiverity there are shared beliefs, values, and worldviews. Learn what these commonalties are and how they differ from those in the west. Africa is divided by the Sahara desert, the countries above are heavily influenced by Isalm in the Middle East and those below are highly Christian nations. God is bringing increasing numbers of sub-Saharan African Christians to campuses around the globe. What unique strengths and weaknesses do these brothers and sisters in Christ bring? What should we be aware of in regards to communication styles, barriers, and relational expectations. Most importantly, how do we learn from and partner with them to reach their own communities as well as the nations around them.

This webinar will be taught by Ashley Mayanja Cockrell. Ashley is the child of Ugandan immigrants. In the 1970s Ashley’s maternal grandfather helped many find safe passage to flee the dictatorial leadership in Uganda. Many of the Ugandans living in the mid-west today came with his help, including Ashley’s parents. Ashley grew up with a strong connection to her Ugandan heritage and an ability to understand the beauty and diversity of the continent of Africa. Ashley has been on staff 8 years with Bridges International and has spent a large portion of her time ministering alongside African international student believers; building connections and creating inclusive communities. She is currently on the Bridges innovation team where she uses her multi-cultural skills to develop new tools and resources to empower fellow staff, volunteers, and students to take bold and effective action.