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AllAfrica

Leveraging the Power of Diaspora in the Future of African Development

An op-ed on the role of the African diaspora in shaping policy and driving inclusive development on the continent.

August 5, 2025 Read Article →
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The Washington Informer

Behind the Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan and Why Support Is Needed Now

An article examining the ongoing crisis in Sudan and highlighting the importance of local and diaspora-led humanitarian response.

July 9, 2024 Read Article →
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Yale School of Public Health News

YSPH Alums Keep Plight of African Students in Ukraine in Spotlight

A feature on continued advocacy and storytelling work to support African students displaced by the war in Ukraine.

October 25, 2023 Read Article →
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Mercy Corps Blog

Stronger Together: Local Partners Provide Critical Aid in Ukraine and Beyond

Mercy Corps highlights NoirUnited International's collaboration in delivering humanitarian assistance to displaced students and families.

June 9, 2023 Read Article →
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Mercer University News

'40 Under 40' Recognizes Alumni Accomplishments, Inspires Minority Students

Mercer University honors Nassim Ashford among its inaugural 40 Under 40 alumni for leadership and impact in public health and global development.

December 14, 2022 Read Article →
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Mercer University News

Alumni Travel to Europe to Help African College Students Evacuating Ukraine

Coverage of relief efforts supporting African students displaced by the war in Ukraine through NoirUnited International.

April 13, 2022 Read Article →
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Yale Daily News

YSPH Student Raised $125,000 to Help Black Students in Ukraine

Profile on fundraising and humanitarian coordination efforts led through NoirUnited International during the early stages of the Ukraine crisis.

April 6, 2022 Read Article →
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Rolling Out Magazine

Yale Graduate Student Nassim Ashford Working to Reduce Blacks' Health Disparities

Feature on Nassim Ashford's research and advocacy to address health disparities within Black communities.

March 14, 2022 Read Article →
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University of Michigan School of Public Health

I Am FPHLP 2019: Nassim Ashford

Interview from the Future Public Health Leaders Program cohort, discussing public health preparedness and community resilience.

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