Governor’s Commission on African Affairs

Vision Statement:
To promote equity, representation, and opportunity for African communities in Maryland through advocacy, collaboration, and policy engagement, leaving no one behind..

Mission Statement:
A Maryland where African communities are empowered, resilient, and fully integrated into the state’s social, economic, legislative, and civic fabric.

Applying for an Ethnic Commission Seat  LINK

GOCI’s Administrative Director
Antwan Brown, DSW

2025 Events & Programs

March 15, 2025   African Diaspora International Women’s Day   Save the Date   Eventbrite Link
September 6, 2025   GCOAA Health Fair  Registration/Sponsorship Flyer
September 13, 2025   GCOAA Heritage Month Celebration   Registration/Sponsorship Flyer
September 19, 2025   GCOAA Business Conference   Registration/Sponsorship Flyer

2024 Events & Programs

February 2024 – African Heritage Month Celebration

September 2024 – African Immigrant Heritage Month Calendar of Events

Commission Documents
2018 Annual Report
2013 Annual Report