…a visionary initiative that has the black diaspora running for change
Activist, educator and content creator Tim Swain has announced the launch of Black Star 400, a four hundred kilometre run from Salaga Market to Cape Coast set to take place December 16, 2024. The run aims to provide resources that will support the transformation of Ghanaian and Diasporan youths.
Backed by Anidaso 360, a non-profit organisation that offers cultural immersion programmes to empower marginalised communities to make a meaningful impact as global citizens, Swain’s Black Star 400 Run will raise awareness and funding to bring solutions to key goals.
At the heart of Black Star 400 is a journey that transcends geographical boundaries, uniting people from diverse backgrounds under a common cause. The lead up to the run in December, this visionary initiative combines advocacy, fundraising and community engagement to tackle critical issues facing Ghana, focusing primarily on infrastructure development and youth leadership empowerment.
The project has three main goals and these include:
- Fundraising for boreholes: drill 20 boreholes across Ghana by December 2025 to provide essential access to clean water.
- Youth empowerment programme: Bring 10 young black men aged 18-23 to Ghana by July 2025 for an immersive business and cultural empowerment programme designed to develop future global leaders.
- Leadership academy: Establish an Academy for Leadership for Ghanaian youths in (North of Ghana)
Leading this initiative, Tim Swain brings his vast experience as a theologian and marathon runner, having completed numerous high-profile marathons such as the OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon in Indianapolis and the Rock ‘n’ Roll series. His commitment to social impact and his ability to mobilise communities will be pivotal in driving the success of Black Star 400.
“Black Star 400 is more than a run; it is a movement fuelled by hope, determination and a shared commitment to transformation,” said Tim Swain. “By rallying support and resources from both local communities and the Global African Diaspora, we can make a tangible difference in the lives of Ghanaians and the future leaders from the Black Diaspora.”
Black Star 400 invites individuals, organisations and stakeholders worldwide to join in on the journey. The Black Star 400 project aims to fundraise for the next 8 months and will work to implement and achieve their projected goals by the end of 2025. Leading up to the run in December 2024, Tim Swain will do a monthly run to prepare and will invite communities from all around the Diaspora to run with him to raise awareness and support for the Black Star 400 goals.
Tim Swain is a dynamic activist, educator and content creator dedicated to making a difference in the world. His extensive experience in social impact and his passion for running have uniquely positioned him to lead initiatives like Black Star 400, aimed at fostering growth and development in Ghana.
Anidaso 360 is a 501(c)(3) organisation that offers cultural immersion programmes to empower marginalised communities to make a meaningful impact as global citizens.
