"The mission of The Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa is to be the premiere entity that engages and educates Americans about Africa and to create, through partnerships, a better understanding of its peoples, diverse cultures, histories and economies."

Serving as a combination think-tank and public education organization, The Africa Society is now poised to build upon the momentum generated during the National Summit by facilitating a paradigm shift so that Africa assumes its rightful place in the knowledge base of all Americans. By broadly portraying the richness, diversity, and uniqueness of Africa, as well as the salient economic opportunities that it offers, we continue to acquaint Americans with the lifestyles and peoples of the 54 nations of Africa, subsequently fostering goodwill and understanding. This not only benefits Africa; it engenders respect for and appreciation of the diverse backgrounds and cultures of African descendants in America.