Indianapolis · Senegal · Diaspora

Rooted in Teranga. Connected to the World.

Teranga Global Bridge develops lasting solutions for the protection, education and empowerment of vulnerable children, youth, women and families in Africa, connecting the diaspora, institutions and communities.

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Teranga

is the Senegalese spirit of

hospitality.
generosity.
solidarity.
dignity.
openness.

It is at the heart of everything we do. Our ambition is to carry this value across borders, from Africa to its diaspora, in the United States and beyond.

Every child, every young person and every woman carries strength within.

Our role is to create the conditions for it to flourish: to protect, to educate, to support, and to build partnerships that last.

We do not believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. We believe in listening to communities, understanding local needs, building trusted partnerships, connecting resources, and developing solutions that can create lasting impact.

About Us

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DakarIndianapolis

Between Dakar and Indianapolis: 7,157 kilometres and an ocean.

Protection & Well-Being

Protection creates stability.

Protecting the most vulnerable and strengthening communities.

Education & Learning

Education creates knowledge.

Creating pathways to knowledge, skills, and opportunity.

Women & Family Empowerment

Women and family empowerment creates resilience.

Strengthening women and families to build stronger communities.

Institutional Bridges

Institutional bridges create collaboration.

Connecting institutions, communities, and opportunities across borders.

African Diaspora Engagement

Diaspora engagement creates connection.

Connecting the diaspora to communities, opportunities, and impact.

One Mission. Many Bridges.

One span is still open.

Explore our pillars

Already at work.

In the United States and in Senegal. Three initiatives are underway this season.

October 2026

Pink October: let's take care of ourselves

TGB is joining the Pink October movement. Caught early, breast cancer is far more treatable. Read the warning signs and find out where to get screened in the United States and in Senegal.

Learn more

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November 2026

Omar Ibn Said Forum

TGB is a partner of the forum dedicated to Omar Ibn Said, the West African scholar whose story links Senegal and the United States.

Date, venue and registration link to be confirmed.

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Dakar · Senegal

Dakar Mission

TGB is preparing a mission to Dakar to formalize its first institutional partnerships in Senegal.

Partnerships are being formalized. Dates follow as they are confirmed.

See our work

Everyone can help build bridges.

Get Involved

Donate: Every contribution directly supports our programs for children, youth, women and families. Our secure donation form is coming soon. In the meantime, write to us.
In-Kind Donations: You can donate medical supplies, feminine hygiene products (new and sealed), school materials or sports equipment. Contact us to arrange collection.
Volunteer: In the United States or in Senegal, put your skills to work for our initiatives.
Diaspora Ambassadors: In the United States or anywhere in the world, become TGB's link within your community.
Businesses & Foundations: In the United States or anywhere in the world, associate your organization with a concrete, lasting project. Write to us to discuss a partnership.

Together, let's build bridges.

The last span is yours.