Umu Igbo Unite Corporation

As the the premiere network of Igbo Americans that are proud of their heritage, our vision is to positively impact the diaspora, Nigeria, and the continent of Africa. We are cultivating the next generation of rising Igbo Americans, and building the necessary bridges and networks that will ensure the preservation of Igbo culture and the success of Igbo Americans for generations to come. Umu Igbo Unite is a US based organization that consists of a wide range of professionals of Igbo heritage residing in the US. Our membership targets people from all parts of the South-Eastern Igbo speaking states of Nigeria including: Abia, Anambra, Delta, Ebonyi, Enugu, Imo, Bayelsa, Akwa-Ibom, Cross-River and Rivers states. Umu Igbo Unite is an association of professional Igbos whose primary purpose is to: 1. Promote personal, cultural and professional growth by: * Networking, not only professionally, but culturally and socially as well. * Initiating, encouraging and supporting innovative Igbo business ideas and existing businesses that have the potential to improve the quality of life in Nigeria. * Contributing positively towards improvement of the quality of education in our Nigerian schools, through donation of time and resources. 2. Promote unity, co-operation and general empowerment amongst Igbo professionals to enhance our voice in national policy. (A house divided, cannot stand...) 3. Providing a forum where professional Igbos can share their experiences in the hopes of contribution positively to the growth and progress of Igbos worldwide.