ABOUT
ARAT is dedicated to empowering individuals to thrive in their communities by providing economic development and resources for personal and social development.
Our organization is committed to creating inclusive spaces where individuals can grow and learn. We believe in the power of community and strive to make a positive impact in people's lives.
-Steven Lively,Founder/Chairman
RECONNECTING AFRICAN AMERICANS TO AFRICAN NATIONS AND TO THE GLOBAL DIASPORA
MISSION
Ever find yourself musing over the economic progress of African Americans, African nations and the diaspora? Welcome to the narrative of ALKEBULAN RECONNECT & ALLIANCE TRUST, or ARAT. ARAT envisions reshaping global communities of color. The goal is simple: enable individuals to access vital resources. Picture a with world where institutions, organizations, a multitude of global corporations, and shared communities owned and managed by ARAT trust member (initially African Americans), larger number of African and the diaspora globally? This is the future ARAT dreams of.