where culture
moves.
reunions, art, goods, stories, and collaborations from across the african diaspora. built for reconnection — and for moving resources back into community.
what's coming
a communal dinner between nigerian and mexican culinary traditions. hibiscus, smoke, and fermentation as a shared language. with puente nova.
birthright community members, artists, and collaborators back in the same room. come with something to offer and something you need.
a cultural showcase staged from west africa to west atlanta. letters written across distance and diaspora, performed and displayed live.
curated sessions connecting east african creative founders to institutional buyers. small rooms. real access. registration required.
a curated market connecting african and latin american indie brands. two-day pop-up with live programming, food, and buyer sessions.
artists, musicians, chefs, and operators across the caribbean diaspora in one space. a caribbean reunion for the distant cousins circle — coming in 2026.
love letters from lagos
the market
join the circle.
become part of the distant cousins circle for early access to reunions, market drops, salons, collaborations, and community conversations across the diaspora.
proceeds support birthright programs, creative fellowships, reunions + free access.
distant cousins is a cultural platform powered by birthright — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit building economic infrastructure for african and diaspora communities.
proceeds help support community programs, creative fellowships through mmaadd institute, reunions, and free access for those who need it most.
learn how it works →diaspora brands
small-batch hibiscus and botanical drink concentrate. sourced within a 100km radius of lagos. a founding brand in the distant cousins circle.
shop products →caribbean visual art and print studio. alumni of the mmaadd institute creative program. works shown in atlanta, london, and kingston.
view works →farmer-owned tea cooperative in kiambu county. export-grade chai and specialty black tea. every bag supports 40+ smallholder families.
shop tea →contemporary adinkra-inspired textile and accessories. hand-printed using traditional techniques and natural dyes.
shop textiles →afro-latin cultural bridge organization. co-produced zobo + agave. building the corridor between west africa and latin america through food, trade, and story.
partner inquiry →we're actively expanding the circle — brands, makers, and cultural operators from across the diaspora. if you or someone you know belongs here, let's reconnect.
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