- (215) 966-7916
- limapofficial@gamil.com
- 417 S. 4th Street, Darby, PA 19023
About Us
Diaspora-led, equity-centered community development, rooted in African heritage and global citizenship
The Liberia Mandingo Association of Pennsylvania (LIMAP)
The Liberia Mandingo Association of Pennsylvania (LIMAP) is a soon-to-be-established 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization created to serve the Liberia Mandingo diaspora and the broader West African immigrant community in Pennsylvania. Rooted in cultural preservation and built on a foundation of equity, resilience, and intergenerational empowerment, LIMAP exists to address the persistent gaps in youth development, women’s economic participation, healthcare access, legal navigation, and civic inclusion. The organization’s mission is to deliver culturally grounded, community-driven programs that enable healing, self-determination, and long-term opportunity.
Over the next five years, LIMAP aims to directly serve more than 10,000 community members across eleven strategic program areas—including youth leadership, maternal health, digital storytelling, trauma-informed safe zones, and legal aid navigation—while establishing itself as a scalable model of diaspora-led development. Backed by a $2.5 million/year financial growth plan, a dynamic leadership structure, a diversified funding strategy, and deep partnerships with government, civic, and nonprofit institutions, LIMAP is positioned to become a trusted institution, a national thought leader, and a catalyst for cultural, economic, and civic transformation.
Our Mission
- To preserve and uplift the cultural heritage and community values of the Liberia Mandingo diaspora in particular, and the West African diaspora in general.
- Through education, youth empowerment, women’s leadership, health equity, and civic inclusion, LIMAP fosters a culturally rooted yet forward-looking ecosystem that strengthens families, builds intergenerational solidarity, and advances equitable opportunities for all.
- LIMAP is a bridge between past legacies and future progress—honoring tradition while enabling transformation.
LIMAP Executive Directors
Makoya Musu Dolley
Director of Women Affairs
Responsibilities:
- Advocate for women’s participation and leadership within the organization
- Develop and implement programs supporting women’s empowerment, health, and economic independence
- Serve as a liaison to women’s groups and partners
- Address issues affecting women in the LIMAP community
- Coordinate events celebrating and uplifting Mandingo women
Charles Bility
Director of Youth and Sports
Responsibilities:
- Lead youth engagement initiatives including sports, education, and mentorship programs
- Organize soccer tournaments, after-school programs, and youth leadership events
- Foster partnerships with schools and local youth organizations
- Promote cultural identity and discipline through sports and recreational activities
- Encourage youth participation in LIMAP activities and leadership development
Lamine Toure
Director of Religious Affairs
Responsibilities:
- Provide spiritual guidance and coordinate Islamic events and religious observances
- Promote religious education, including Quranic teachings and Islamic values within LIMAP
- Lead or facilitate Friday prayers, community Duas, and other faith-based gatherings
- Collaborate with local Imams and religious institutions to strengthen LIMAP’s Islamic foundation
- Offer religious counseling and support to members facing personal or spiritual challenges
- Ensure LIMAP’s programs and public events respect Islamic principles and cultural traditions
Musa Obeba Dolley
Director of Public Relations
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the official spokesperson for LIMAP
- Draft and publish press releases, community announcements, and public statements
- Manage LIMAP’s communication channels, including social media and email outreach
- Promote LIMAP’s mission, events, and accomplishments to the public and press
- Build and maintain relationships with media, local organizations, and community leaders
- Ensure consistent and professional branding in all public materials
Our Vision
LIMAP envisions a vibrant, unified, and culturally empowered Mandingo and West African diaspora community in Pennsylvania and beyond—one that is:
- Socially cohesive across generations and geographies
- Economically uplifted through entrepreneurship and inclusive opportunity
- Culturally confident, preserving ancestral wisdom while embracing innovation
- Civically engaged, shaping policies and institutions that reflect our collective voice and values
- Youth-centered, nurturing the potential of younger generations as leaders and values
Founders
The LIBERIAN MANDINGO ASSOCIATION OF PENNSYLVANIA is founded by Kafumba S. Kennedy, President LIMAP and carried forward by Mr. Wajih Bukahri (PM) and Ms. Lorna Alvarado (CFO).
KAFUMBA SANOE
CHAIRMAN, FOUNDER
WAJIH BUKAHRI
PROJECT MANAGER
LORNA ALVARADO
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Five reasons we're the best
YOUTH EMPOWERMENT & EDUCATIONAL RESILIENCE
Academic & Digital Literacy
After-school tutoring, college readiness, and digital storytelling labs (in partnership with WHYY, Philly CAM) to build 21st-century skills.
Leadership & Mentorship
Peer-led youth mentoring, summer leadership academies, and inclusive programs for youth with disabilities.
Cultural Education & Identity
Mandingo language classes, storytelling workshops, and arts-based heritage programs to strengthen self-identity and cultural pride.
Gender-Specific Support
• Girls’ Mental Health & Empowerment: Emotional wellness, hygiene education, digital skills. • Boys of Hope: Gang prevention, role modeling, and civic responsibility training.
LIMAP Soccer Program:
Structured leagues combining sports, GPA tracking, youth leadership, and pathways to scholarships. →200+youthengagedannually through sport, resilience, and inclusion.
LIMAP'S Executive Leadership Team
Kafumba Lassana Sanoe
President LIMAP
Ismeal Fofana
Vice President
Mohamed Toure
Secretary
Fatumata Sheriff
Treasurer
Abu Swaray
Financial Secretary
Rahime Konneh
Program Director
OUR Core Values
CULTURAL DIGNITY
EQUITY
We strive for justice and inclusion by addressing systemic barriers and ensuring that all members—regardless of age, gender, or immigration status—can participate fully in social and economic life.
FAITH
Our work is grounded in spiritual ethics and communal responsibility, drawing strength from Islamic teachings and African wisdom traditions that guide our healing, leadership, and service.
RESILIENCE
We honor the survival stories of migration, war, and adaptation. Our programs are built to reinforce strength, adaptability, and hope, especially among those who face compounded challenges.
EMPOWERMENT
We invest in the capacity of individuals—especially youth, women, and elders—to lead, create, and thrive. We believe community transformation begins with personal agency and collective purpose.