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We are a multi-service human rights agency in Harlem, providing direct support to New York City newcomers from across the African diaspora.
What We Do
Each year, thousands of New Yorkers come to us for help with housing, health care, legal matters, food access, education, and other essentials. Our team, many of whom share similar journeys, works directly with clients to provide them with the resources they need for stability and independence.
Our Impact
For over 45 years, we’ve been a lifeline for individuals and families from the African diaspora as they build new lives in New York City.
1,200+
Clients who directly receive our services each year
10,000+
In our outreach community
15 countries &
20 languages
Represented on our team
Services & Programs
We make it easier for clients to access the support they need by offering wraparound services under one roof, so they don’t have to navigate multiple agencies on their own.
Stories of Impact
A client came to the United States with her three children after fleeing political persecution in Cameroon. Our legal staff helped her file an asylum application and secure her first interview. When a decision was not issued, our attorney followed up several times in the following years, until a second interview was scheduled. Finally, our client’s application was approved, granting her and her children asylee status. After years of waiting, she received lawful status and can live without the fear of facing persecution again in her home country.
About the African Services Committee
Founded in 1981, African Services became the first community-based organization in NYC focused on supporting members of the African Diaspora in the United States. Our multilingual team continues that work today, assisting newcomers from Africa and the Caribbean who have experienced war, persecution, poverty, and other global health inequities.
Help Strengthen Our Community
Your donation supports people from across the African diaspora in accessing essential resources as they adjust to life in New York City. Contributions help keep our services running, ensuring our clients can work with staff who understand their cultures and needs.
