The Pavilion of the African Diaspora (PoAD) was born from the need for a space on the global stage centred on the voices and contributions of people born of the African Diaspora. 

A collective who have been dispersed to countries far and wide, some by choice and others by force. Comprised of an architectural folly inspired by the mythology of the conch shell and emerging from the sand, the PoAD, designed by renowned luxury product designer Ini Archibong, is a sacred reimagining of the journey of African permanence and resources.

The PoAD served as an innovative multi-use educational and event facility, and as a sanctuary to tell stories and created a reality where voices were recognised and respected for the diversity of their timbre. 

The Pavilion of the African Diaspora is the debut initiative of the Archibong Heritage Foundation and was produced by Tamara Houston of Icon Mann with support from 20-20 Events.