Winnipeg Free Press Volunteers By: Aaron Epp
Opinion
Titi Tijani hasn’t always volunteered. Before I came here, I didn’t know what the word ‘volunteerism’ was, says Tijani, who emigrated from Nigeria in 1987. But once I got here, I saw volunteerism. I saw the impact and how it helps people, and now it’s something I promote.
Mike Sudoma / Winnipeg Free Press
Titi Tijani, president of African Communities of Manitoba, works tirelessly to make newcomers to Winnipeg feel welcome through volunteering.
The 56-year-old Southdale resident currently serves as president of African Communities of Manitoba Inc. (ACOMI).
The organization supports African community groups in building and developing the capacity to support their membership, while also preserving and promoting African cultural heritage and understanding in Manitoba.