The Consortium panafricain pour la paix issued a formal statement of support on 14 October 2026 for an upcoming global genealogy event. This first international conference on Black genealogy is scheduled to take place from 26 November to 28 November 2026 in Salvador de Bahia, Brazil. The organization announced its backing of the gathering as preparations for the event continue in the host city. The official declaration, released on October 14, 2026, shows the commitment of the Consortium panafricain pour la paix to fostering cross-continental dialogue regarding ancestral research and historical documentation.
Goals of the Conference
Organizers intend for the conference to trace the origins and family ties of Black individuals in Brazil while facilitating connections to their African heritage. This objective forms the primary framework for the sessions scheduled in Salvador de Bahia. Participants will examine genealogical records and cultural histories to support the restoration of ancestral links between the two regions. By providing a structured platform for these investigations, the conference aims to trace the origins and family ties of Black individuals in Brazil and reconnect them with their African heritage. The program is designed to create a bridge between contemporary research methodologies and the lived experiences of those seeking to uncover their lineage.
The Consortium panafricain pour la paix operates under the leadership of coordinator general Dr. Nounga Djomo Ernest. Dr. Nounga Djomo Ernest oversees the organization's engagement with international partners as the event approaches. Efforts by the group focus on institutional coordination to ensure the program addresses the specific historical and research needs of the attendees. As the coordinator general, Dr. Nounga Djomo Ernest is responsible for maintaining the strategic alignment of the conference goals with the broader mission of the organization.
The logistical planning for the event, which is scheduled for November 26 to 28, 2026, in Salvador de Bahia, Brazil, remains the central focus for the Consortium panafricain pour la paix. The organization’s support, formalized through the statement issued on October 14, 2026, notes the significance of this inaugural gathering. By focusing on the specific needs of those tracing their ancestry, the conference seeks to provide a full look at the historical connections that define the Black diaspora in Brazil.
The work led by Dr. Nounga Djomo Ernest involves collaborating with researchers and genealogists to ensure that the sessions in Salvador de Bahia are both rigorous and accessible. This involvement from the Consortium panafricain pour la paix is intended to bolster the institutional capacity of the event, ensuring that the conference achieves its stated goal of tracing the origins and family ties of Black individuals in Brazil and reconnecting them with their African heritage. As the date approaches, the organization continues to facilitate the necessary partnerships to support the participants and the scholarly objectives of the conference.
