Staff

Abdi recently concluded his Senior Advisor role at the U.S. Department of Labor's OWCP, providing strategic policy and operational guidance to the agency head, aligning with Biden-Harris priorities. He prepared weekly briefings for the Acting Secretary and managed high-level agency communications, including Congressional inquiries, briefings, and FOIA operations. Abdi supported the agency head by flagging priority issues, drafting memos and policy briefings, and managing key engagements.

Annie Kaseka Regina is ACT's Senior Immigration Paralegal. Born and raised in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kaseka's journey has been shaped by a deep-rooted commitment to justice, equity, and human dignity. Kaseka holds an associate degree in Business Administration and a bachelor's degree in Legal Studies.

Diaka Toure is ACT's Office Administrator for the New York office!

Diaka brings over 20 years of experience in customer service and management, including leading diverse teams and ensuring smooth operations in the restaurant industry. Born and raised in Ivory Coast to Guinean parents, Diaka is fluent in both French and Malinke. In addition to her professional background, Diaka has been an active member of ACT, contributing to our TPS campaigns for Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone.

Erick Solis is ACT's Workforce Program Coordinator. A Queens native, Erick is passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others, both personally and professionally. He graduated from John Jay College of Criminal Justice in 2020, majoring in Law and Society. In his previous work in the workforce development sector, he directly assisted the homeless population in securing employment.

Yohannes Getahun Deboch is a passionate professional dedicated to immigrant rights, currently serving as a Senior Immigration Paralegal. He holds an LLB from Haramaya University and an LLM from Benjamin Cardozo School of Law, as well as an MSc in Data Science and a Master of Divinity. With experience in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, he is committed to empowering communities and guiding individuals through the immigration process. An author and entrepreneur, Yohannes is excited to contribute to the mission of African Communities Together.

Ash Kalinda is ACT's DMV Membership and Outreach Organizer. Raised in the suburbs of Atlanta, Georgia, Ash comes from a family of Rwandan immigrants and refugees. She brings a wealth of experience from her work with international and community-based nonprofits focused on civic engagement, humanitarian response, and the empowerment of BIPOC and immigrant youth.

Alpha Kassogu is a Community Organizer in our New York City Chapter, drawing upon extensive experience within the city's vibrant African immigrant communities. With over three decades of immersion as a Malian Community Member, Medical Interpreter, and Prevention Coordinator at African Services Community, Alpha is deeply rooted in grassroots initiatives. Holding a Bachelor's Degree in Business from Metropolitan College of New York and a Master's Degree in Management from Monroe Business School, Alpha brings both practical knowledge and academic rigor to his work.

Fatoumata Barry serves as the Community Navigator for African Communities Together. Raised in New York City by Guinean immigrant parents, she brings a diverse background to her role. After completing her education at Rochester Institute of Technology, where she studied Biomedical Sciences, Marketing, and Public Relations, Fatoumata delved into the nonprofit sector. Prior to joining ACT, she gained valuable experience working with Americorps, focusing on legal aid, communication, media relations, and social media management.

Airenakhue B. Omoragbon is ACT's New York Policy Manager. Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York to immigrant parents from Trinidad and Nigeria, Airenakhue brings a profound dedication to social justice and community empowerment to ACT. Before joining our team, Airenakhue served as a Search for Common Ground’s Youth, Peace, and Security (YPS) Advocacy Fellow. In this role, she collaborated with Search’s Director of Children & Youth to map and conduct outreach to new youth groups and activists, with a special focus on those facing identity-related violence and hardship.

Nils Kinuani is ACT's Federal Policy Manager. Nils brings with him over 8 years of invaluable experience in immigration services and a passion for community leadership.