About the Forum - The International Forum on Africa-Caribbean Leaders

24th September 2025 | Hilton Midtown Hotel, New York, USA

IFACL

Under the theme “Bridging Continents, Building Futures: Leadership for a Connected World,” this landmark event will serve as a platform for dialogue, innovation, and recognition.

About IFACL

In a world increasingly defined by interconnected challenges and opportunities, the African and Caribbean diaspora stands as a beacon of resilience, innovation, and cultural richness. To celebrate this shared heritage and foster collaboration, the International Forum on African-Caribbean Leadership (IFACL) 2025 and the Afro-Caribbean Public Service Leadership Awards will convene in New York City, USA, bringing together leaders, policymakers, and change-makers from across the globe.

Under the theme “Bridging Continents, Building Futures: Leadership for a Connected World,” this landmark event will serve as a platform for dialogue, innovation, and recognition. Inspired by the African Leadership Organisation’s model of multi-stakeholder collaboration, IFAL 2025 will explore how African and Caribbean leadership can drive sustainable development, foster cultural exchange, and shape global agendas.

High-Level Keynote Speakers

Heads of state, global business leaders, and cultural icons will share their visions for the future.

Panel Discussions

Thought-provoking sessions will explore themes such as economic integration, climate resilience, and the role of technology in bridging continents.

Interactive Workshops

Participants will engage in hands-on sessions focused on public service innovation, youth empowerment, and diaspora engagement.

Africa-Caribbean Power 100

Showcasing the most influential leaders of African and Caribbean extractions across diverse areas and industries in 2025.

Special Highlights of The Summit

Cultural Showcase & Diaspora Celebration

Step into an immersive celebration of African and Caribbean culture, where rhythm, flavor, and storytelling converge to honor our shared legacy. From soul-stirring musical performances and traditional dance, to a curated exhibition of fashion, art, and cuisine, this showcase will highlight the creativity, resilience, and richness that define the diaspora experience.
More than entertainment, it’s a bridge—connecting generations, celebrating identity, and sparking conversations about heritage, healing, and unity.

Africa-Caribbean Power 100

Be part of the unveiling of the Africa-Caribbean Power 100—a definitive list honoring the most influential leaders of African and Caribbean descent in 2025. This prestigious recognition spans across industries—business, politics, academia, arts, tech, and social impact—spotlighting those who are not only breaking ceilings but building bridges for others.
These trailblazers are redefining what leadership, excellence, and global influence look like from an Afro-Caribbean perspective, and their stories will inspire generations to come.

IFACL Speakers

IFACL 2025 – The International Forum on African-Caribbean Leadership brings together a powerful lineup of speakers—visionary heads of state, dynamic policymakers, trailblazing entrepreneurs, and cultural icons from Africa, the Caribbean, and the diaspora. These global influencers will converge in New York City to share bold ideas, lived experiences, and actionable strategies—addressing pressing issues like sustainable development, public service innovation, diaspora capital, and cultural diplomacy. Whether from government, business, academia, or the arts, each speaker embodies the spirit of ``Bridging Continents, Building Futures``—and represents the best of what unified leadership across Africa and the Caribbean can achieve.