Afghanistan Canada Council (ACC) Connecting the Afghanistan Diaspora with Canadian Communities
About ACC
The Afghanistan Canada Council (ACC) is a national, community-based organization located in Ottawa, Canada. We are committed to strengthening connections between members of the diaspora from Afghanistan in Canada and the broader Canadian society. ACC is grounded in the values of inclusion, empowerment, and cultural pride, ACC supports families from the Afghanistan diaspora across Canada and beyond through a diverse range of programs in education, settlement& Integration, cultural exchange, research& development and social development. Our work ensures that both newcomers and long-standing community members have the tools, opportunities, and support they need to thrive and contribute meaningfully to life in Canada.
Commitment To Support
Our Vision
We envision a thriving community of the Afghanistan diaspora in Canada that celebrates its cultural heritage while advancing social, educational, and economic well-being through innovation, collaboration and community-driven development.
Our Mission
To empower the Afghanistan diaspora in Canada by offering inclusive education, social services, cultural programs, and research-based initiatives that foster mutual understanding, personal growth, and meaningful integration into Canadian society.To nurture unity and collaboration among members of the Afghanistan diaspora and build lasting connections with friends of Afghanistan, including Canadian policymakers, former diplomats, researchers, and human rights advocates, both in Canada and around the world, working together to shape thoughtful, effective, and sustainable policies for Afghanistan’s future.