We are

RISE Urban Nation. 

Your gateway to

Pan-African innovation, empowerment, and excellence!   

  • Amplify Your Impact

    We offer services to help you amplify and uplift our audience.

    Work With Us
  • Changing the Narrative

    We are taking control of the narrative and sharing our stories across the Pan-African Diaspora.

    Listen to Our Podcast
  • Think like an Entrepreneur

    Build the skills founders use to take an idea from nothing to launch in 90 days.

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  • Let's Team Up

    We are open to partnership opportunities that align with our mission.

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  • Get the Swag

    Show your support for our mission by picking up swag at our merchandise store.

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  • Join the Club

    We are building a league of mentors to pass-the-batton to at least two Pan-African in their lifetime.

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Who We Are

Rise Urban Nation is dedicated to fostering a new era of social innovation, social impact, and inclusive growth across the Pan-African community.


We are here to serve, connect, and collaborate for the collective good of all. 

Together we can make a difference

You can't be what you can't see

We believe in the power of amplifying black excellence, celebrating the achievements, talents, and potential within the Pan-African community. Through our podcast, publications, and programs, we showcase success stories, inspiring individuals, and groundbreaking initiatives that drive positive change and uplift black voices.

Encouraging collaborative innovation networks

We understand the significance of social innovation in addressing the pressing challenges faced by our communities. Our organization serves as a catalyst for innovative solutions, connecting universities, students, and social entrepreneurs with resources, mentorship, and collaboration opportunities. Together, we strive to create scalable and sustainable ventures that tackle social, economic, and environmental issues head-on.

Connect to Resources

Diversity, inclusion, social innovation, and impact are at the heart of our mission. We work tirelessly to create an inclusive environment where everyone's unique perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences are valued and embraced. By promoting diversity in thought and action, we empower universities and black students to drive change, ensuring that diverse voices are heard, represented, and actively involved in shaping the future.

Who We Work With

The R.U.N. Podcast

We spotlight the achievements of Black and African entrepreneurs, artists, non-profit leaders, and community activists to learn from their career and entrepreneurial journeys.


Listeners gain access to these accomplished professionals' knowledge, resources, and tools and come away with the know-how, confidence, and motivation needed to RISE in their careers and businesses.


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New Episodes Released Every Monday at 9:00 AM PST!


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