Ivan Ngandjui Touko

Led a registered social enterprise dedicated to empowering BIPOC communities and advancing cultural and social leadership through innovative programming and strategic initiatives.

• Established and grew La Connexional as a prominent cultural platform, recognized by official government contracts and partnerships with organizations like Francophone Pluralist Canada (FRAP).
• Organized and directed multiple large-scale cultural festivals and community events, successfully celebrating diversity and engaging thousands of attendees.
• Mentored numerous young African-Canadian artists, fostering their professional growth and increasing visibility within the arts sector.
• Spearheaded the initiative for incorporation as a cultural non-profit organization, strengthening the enterprise's long-term sustainability and community impact.

Provided dynamic cultural arts education, specializing in African dance and expressive movement, to enrich school programming and promote cultural diversity across Alberta and Canada.

• Facilitated over 150 cultural arts workshops and 80 community events, engaging thousands of participants across Alberta and Canada and achieving a perfect 5-star rating on 14+ Google reviews.
• Developed and delivered bilingual (French/English) artistic content and curricula for Grades 6-12, effectively integrating traditional African arts with contemporary Canadian cultural expression.
• Cultivated strategic partnerships with 30+ schools and provincial multicultural organizations, including the University of Alberta – Campus Saint-Jean, to expand program reach and impact.
• Implemented inclusive, trauma-informed pedagogical approaches that fostered cultural awareness, creative self-expression, and community building among diverse student populations.

Directed and produced an award-winning cultural identity documentary exploring the vibrant influence of Afrobeats within Canadian Prairies, fostering cultural dialogue.

Delivered high-profile performances at international festivals, sharing stages with global artists and showcasing the richness of African cultural dance and expression.

Presented at TEDx events on the profound influence of dance in cultural integration, sharing expert insights on fostering unity and understanding through artistic expression.

Designed and implemented a comprehensive series of multicultural dance and movement workshops for Grades 6-12, enriching school arts programming across Alberta and Canada.

Awarded for the cultural identity documentary 'The Rise of Afrobeats in The Prairies'.

Honored for cultural leadership and impactful community building initiatives.

Recognized for significant artistic and community contributions across Alberta.

Awarded for excellence and outstanding contributions in cultural arts.