Welcome to Akwa Ibom Society Network BC
Welcome to Akwa Ibom Society Network BC
Building a vibrant space for Akwa Ibom people in BC to celebrate culture, support each other, and stay connected to home.
About our Society
Home is where we gather.
Home is where we gather.
We're a community of people from Akwa Ibom committed to building something meaningful together. We show up for each other here in BC, we celebrate our culture, and we give back to our people at home. We're driven by love for our heritage and a real desire to make life better for everyone in our community. This is where you belong, and this is where we make an impact together.
We're a community of people from Akwa Ibom committed to building something meaningful together. We show up for each other here in BC, we celebrate our culture, and we give back to our people at home. We're driven by love for our heritage and a real desire to make life better for everyone in our community. This is where you belong, and this is where we make an impact together.
28+
Members and growing
28+
Members and growing
28+
Members and growing
1st
Community Gathering launched
1st
Community Gathering launched
1st
Community Gathering launched
50+
Members by the end of 2026
50+
Members by the end of 2026
Read More about our Mission.
Read More about our Mission.
Read More about our Mission.
Focus Area
Centered on community. Driven by purpose.
Centered on community. Driven by purpose.
Community gatherings
Creating safe spaces where we celebrate who we are and build lasting friendships.
Creating safe spaces where we celebrate who we are and build lasting friendships.
Welcome and support
Helping new arrivals from Akwa Ibom settle and thrive in BC.
Helping new arrivals from Akwa Ibom settle and thrive in BC.
Cultural celebration
Keeping our heritage alive through language, food, art, and traditions.
Keeping our heritage alive through language, food, art, and traditions.
Mutual aid
Showing up for each other when it matters most.
Showing up for each other when it matters most.
Giving back home
Supporting our people in Akwa Ibom through fundraisers and community initiatives.
Supporting our people in Akwa Ibom through fundraisers and community initiatives.
Our President
A Message from Our President
Building a united society and impacting a diverse community to make the world a better place.
Okokon Etuk, President, Akwa Ibom Society Network BC
Past Events
Real projects. Real impact. A better tomorrow.
Our First Meeting
In June 2026, twelve of us gathered for the very first meeting of Akwa Ibom Society Network BC. What started as a conversation between a few people became the foundation for this organization. This is where it all began.
12 founding members
Vancouver BC
Our First Meeting
In June 2026, twelve of us gathered for the very first meeting of Akwa Ibom Society Network BC. What started as a conversation between a few people became the foundation for this organization. This is where it all began.
12 founding members
Vancouver BC
Every gathering, program and initiative helps build a stronger, more connected Akwa Ibom community in BC.
Upcoming Events
Events that bring our community together.
End Of Summer Community BBQ
Celebrate together. Food, connection, and community.
TBD
AUG
6:00 PM
TBD
New to BC orientation
Essential info and guidance for people just arriving in the province.
TBD
OCT
4:00 PM
TBD
End Of Summer Community BBQ
Celebrate together. Food, connection, and community.
TBD
AUG
6:00 PM
TBD
New to BC orientation
Essential info and guidance for people just arriving in the province.
TBD
OCT
4:00 PM
TBD
How to be Involved
Together we're stronger!
Together we're stronger!
Whether you show up to an event, volunteer your time, become a member, or support our mission, you're part of something real.
Whether you show up to an event, volunteer your time, become a member, or support our mission, you're part of something real.
Donate
Support our programs and give back to Akwa Ibom communities.
Donate
Support our programs and give back to Akwa Ibom communities.
Volunteer
Give your time and skills to make our events and initiatives happen.
Volunteer
Give your time and skills to make our events and initiatives happen.
Become a Member
Join our community, attend gatherings, and stay connected year-round.
Become a Member
Join our community, attend gatherings, and stay connected year-round.
Partner with us
Collaborate with us to create greater impact and lasting change.
Partner with us
Collaborate with us to create greater impact and lasting change.
What our Members have to Say
This community isn't possible without every single member that joins us.
Being part of the Akwa Ibom Society has given me a real sense of community here in BC. As a founding member, I’m happy to be part of something that brings us together, keeps our culture close, and helps us find a little bit of home here.
Prince Amedi
Founding Member
Being part of the Akwa Ibom Society has given me a real sense of community here in BC. As a founding member, I’m happy to be part of something that brings us together, keeps our culture close, and helps us find a little bit of home here.
Prince Amedi
Founding Member
Being part of the Akwa Ibom Society has given me a real sense of community here in BC. As a founding member, I’m happy to be part of something that brings us together, keeps our culture close, and helps us find a little bit of home here.
Prince Amedi
Founding Member
FAQS
Answers for a better community.
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What is the Akwa Ibom Society?
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Do I have to be from Akwa Ibom to join?
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What's included in membership?
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How often do you host events?
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How do you support people back in Akwa Ibom?
What is the Akwa Ibom Society?
We're a community of people from Akwa Ibom building something meaningful together here in BC. We celebrate our culture, support each other, and work to make a difference for our people here and back home.
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What is the Akwa Ibom Society?
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Do I have to be from Akwa Ibom to join?
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What's included in membership?
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How often do you host events?
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How do you support people back in Akwa Ibom?
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What is the Akwa Ibom Society?
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Do I have to be from Akwa Ibom to join?
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What's included in membership?
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How often do you host events?
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How do you support people back in Akwa Ibom?
