Upcoming Events
Welcome Hour (open to all)
First Tuesday of every month
17:30-18:30 CEST
Online
Step into our vibrant world—for one hour: experience the spirit of our bicultural community of African descent, open to everyone across the globe. Whether you're a new member or simply curious about the magic behind our thriving community of over 2,000 members, come peek behind the curtain and discover how we vibe, grow, and collaborate.
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Omek Flagship Events
Learn more about Baobab Nights
A series of networking events designed to bring together bicultural communities from across the Black diaspora in a casual space that centers joy and connection.
Call for amazing human beings
We’re looking for volunteers to help shape upcoming Omek events, both online and in person. Join us in creating meaningful experiences that celebrate and connect bicultural communities of African descent.
Past Highlights
Omek Summit 2024
June 2024
Tolhuistuin, Amsterdam
In 2024 we honored the strides that Biculturals of African descent are making as a community, and spotlighted those doing the work to bring about the changes we want to see.
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Omek x McKinsey & Co. Workshop
April 2024
McKinsey & Co. Office, Amsterdam
Crack the Case offers a behind-the-scenes look at McKinsey’s approach to solving complex problems, with consultants guiding you to sharpen your problem-solving skills and unlock your full potential.
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Omek Talent Lab x Nike
October 2023
Nike European Headquarters
Explore internship opportunities at Nike, Jordan & Converse brands at the Nike European HQ in Hilversum. Crafted exclusively for bicultural students of African descent, this event offered unique insights into these iconic brands. This Talent Lab was designed to provide students with valuable insights into upcoming internship opportunities.
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Omek x Holland Festival
July 2023
De Balie, Amsterdam
Omek was thrilled to partner with Holland Festival, bringing our community exclusive deals to attend the largest international performing art festival in the Netherlands.
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Omek Summit x Africadelic
May 2022
Amsterdam, Accra & Online
We celebrated Africa Day with a one-of-a-kind cultural festival filled with music, films, talks, a club night, lunch sessions, networking and more.
See the recap
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Student Meet & Greet
January 2022
Online
Hosted by Omek’s Student Circle, the 2-hour event was a dedicated time and space for all students within the Afro and bicultural communities to meet each other based on shared interests and experiences from around the world.
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Entrepreneurs Roundtable
October 2019
Impact Hub, Amsterdam
For Black Achievement Month, we brought together entrepreneurs in FoodTech, MedTech, AI, and Clean Energy to share success stories, best practices, and discuss practical solutions on how we can best support each other.
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