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We celebrate and inspire Black connections and leadership in nature.

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Company overview

About Outdoor Afro

Outdoor Afro is a national not-for-profit organization that celebrates and inspires Black connections and leadership in nature. What started as a kitchen table blog by Founder and CEO Rue Mapp in 2009 has since grown into a cutting-edge nationwide movement with 100-plus volunteer leaders in up to 60 cities. Our participation network has grown to reach 60,000 people and counting. Outdoor Afro reconnects Black people with the outdoors through outdoor education, recreation, and conservation.

Purpose

Mission and direction

Outdoor Afro is dedicated to celebrating and inspiring Black connections and leadership in nature by reconnecting Black people with the outdoors through outdoor education, recreation, and conservation. Founded in 2009, it has grown into a nationwide movement with over 60,000 people participating.

How they work

Company values

  • Leadership
  • Community
  • Inspiration
  • Conservation
  • Joy
  • Inclusivity