“ Founder and CEO of a non-profit/charity that supports small and medium business development in Africa as a way to fight poverty on the continent. ”

“ Hey everyone! I am a southern gal living in the big east. I am a graduate student in New Jersey studying business administration and applied statistics. I study a lot but I still love to have a good time, try new things, and meet new people!!!!YAYAY! ”

“ Up and coming Brooklyn entrepreneur looking to network with other professional, goal oriented individuals. ”

“ Board Certified Holistic Health Practioner; Biz owner helping achieve health goals with Holistic Health Counseling, aromatherapy, nutritional supplements, green alternatives essential oils based therapies and/or an allopathic discount healthcare plan ”

“ I think this is a great way for us to get new ideas as well as to share ideas. It's also a great way to network with others who enjoy doing the same, making things happen! ”

“ I'm 6'0"...160lbs...brown eyes...athletic body..down to earth personality. I'm a very culture person. I love sports different types and I love traveling all over the world meet new people as well as different cultures and traditions. I love night out on ”

“ I want to develop new long-lasting friendships and network with everyone. Peace... ”

“ My name is Michelle Cowin. I am a small business owner of a film promotion company called Life as a Lemon Productions. We help promote diversity and multiculturalism in film, theatre, and art. I reside in Brooklyn, New York. www.lifeasalemon.com ”

“ Originally from the Bronx, I left home for higher education. After earning a doctorate, I lived in MA for almost 10 years. I moved back to the area to connect with more women of color. Now, I live in Sayreville, NJ with my yellow Lab, Rupert. ”

“ Nutley, new Jersey ”

“ I like to think I have a very curious mind, so NYC is the perfect place for me. I love to go to concerts, cultural events, bike, hike, run, dance, you name it... I'm pretty "non-mainstream" oriented and try to appreciate everything I can't change;) ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i am in search of a true reality of god. as an african american i feel that my salvation lies in the worship of my ancestors ”

“ Hello there. I would like to join local meetups in order to meet optimistic life enjoying proessionals like myself. ”

“ Dining Out, Night Life, Singles, Running, Weight Loss, Fitness & Bowling. ”

“ Hello My name is Shacora and I am a believer in Christ! I go to church in East Orange and I am looking for some encouragement as well! ”

“ Black African Consciousness Collective: to discuss, edify and study how Black African Consciousness can allow Black people to coalesce economically, politically, spiritually and culturally toward a collective Consciousness. ”

“ www.Myspace.com/djladynv www.ladynv.com ”

“ Hello, My name is Cassandra but I like to be called Cassie for short I am a mother of 3 and a grandmother of 1. In my spare time I am a girl scout leader, love bowling going to the movies tanking walks around new york. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to get involved and meet people with the same interest as I have. ”

“ Hotep, I am very much interested in learning more about my ancestors and their gods. And the way in which they can help to direct me in my decision makings. Most of all I would like to have a direct relationship with the spiritual world. ”

“ Looking forward to meeting some great acquaintances here, and just connecting with beautiful African people like me. But, don't judge me just yet, I am interested in a variety of topics. You would be pleasantly surprised. Peace & Blessings ”

“ I would like to meet like minded women who are proud of who they are and recognize that have gifts and talents to give to the world ”

“ new to this thing.. 24/m/nj/cali.. work to hard, just an hobby.. ”

“ I aim to produce and promote events that are soulful. Music is the essence of our life and we need to embrace it as a soothing way almost as a medicine. I got hit by Reggae music! ”

“ Hello, Im looking to expand my social networking group, meet connect and make new friends. ”

“ It is an awesome way to make new friends, build new networks, and be around like minded people. ”

“ just finished my master's and am applying for doctoral programs in anthropology. i will be an applied anthropologist working with ngo's and the african union. i'm interested in eastern africa, especially kenya, extreme weather events and jamaica. ”

“ let talk ”

“ I'm Akosua, a development and communications consultant. I want to connect with others interested in improving "how nonprofit conduct business". Social entrepreneurship may also entail being socially responsible in your business activities ”

“ I create a platform to introduce our great African artists to the rest of the world... ”

“ I want these local Meetups because im from AFRICA and even though we are thousands of miles away from there we should always try to meet up from time to time and socialize with each other to remind us of our good culture and heritage. ”

“ Hi my name is Carla, I am still a beginner, although, I have been crocheting for years. I have not learned using any patterns or particular stitch. (I think I only know 2 LOL). Please help!! ”

“ new to ny and want to explore. ”

“ Hello I am Barbara Anne and would like to meet for the next meeting in NJ. ”

“ Hello everyone ;-) I'm looking to meet others interested in music, film, and foreign languages ”

“ Hi! ”

“ Iam lover of African music from Toure Kunda to Fela kuti. Really I love music of Malian. Because of his melody. I listen to music of Toumani Diabate, Salif Keita, Habib Konte and many more. I love more of Geriot. Ali Farka Toure, may is soul rest i ”

“ I am new to the group and hope to meet new people while seeing the great things that are offered in this city! ”

“ We need to assist Gaia in her transition. The Galactic Alignment started; we'll be in the center by the end of 2012! We've got to get together and send Love from all our heart Chakras. ”

“ African by way of puerto rico and jamaica, Artist for socail change and cultural expression, and spiritual. I want to join this group to connect with other spiritual people to grow from learn from and to share my own experiences with Ashe! ”

“ H, I'm looking to meet, connect and make new friends! ”

“ I am an African wishing to join a group which with serve as a consortium for the exchange of ideas and cultures, food and everything African ”