African Diaspora Network is thrilled to host the 2026 African Diaspora Investment Symposium (ADIS26) at Santa Clara University (SCU) in Santa Clara, California. We give special thanks to Dr. Julie Sullivan, President, and the entire SCU community for their support and commitment.
Founded in 1851, Santa Clara University boasts a rich history and a lasting legacy in the Bay Area. Nestled in the heart of Silicon Valley, SCU blends high-tech innovation with a social consciousness grounded in the Jesuit educational tradition.
At SCU, there’s a strong commitment to leaving the world a better place. The university actively pursues new technology, encourages creativity, engages with its communities, and fosters an entrepreneurial mindset. This aligns perfectly with our goal of shaping the next generation of leaders and global thinkers.
Silicon Valley, stretching from south of San Francisco through the city of San Jose, is globally renowned as a place where ideas are born. It’s a region where many of the most significant scientific and technological advances of our age have emerged not just in computing but across a broad range of fields from medicine to law.
But Silicon Valley and Santa Clara offer more than just technology. This vibrant region is home to more than 2 million residents with a wide and diverse variety of cultures, backgrounds, interests, and needs. We look forward to welcoming back our global community to our home.
Santa Clara University is located in the heart of Silicon Valley just 5 miles from the San Jose International Airport and about 35 miles south of the San Francisco International Airport. The campus is easily reachable from U.S. Highway 101, Interstate 880, and Interstate 280. For directions to the University’s main entrance at 500 El Camino Real, enter your starting address here.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
Tranquil garden park surrounding the historic Mission Santa Clara de Asis at Santa Clara University.
1005 Railroad Ave, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Historic depot housing a museum with rail artifacts & model train displays, plus a period railcar.
80 South Market Street, San José, California 95113
The Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph stands today offering a home to all in its rich and diverse community of the Santa Clara Valley.
2345 Harris Way, San Jose, CA 95131
One of the oldest Islamic Organizations in The Bay Area, the SBIA has been providing various services to the community since 1977 including the five daily prayers and Friday prayers.
660 Park Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
An educational institution that uses trans-disciplinary approaches to increasing knowledge about the past, present, and future, especially related to the diversity and relationships in nature and among cultures
110 South Market Street, San José, CA 95113
SJMA
is a leading showcase in the Bay Area for modern and contemporary art. The Museum has earned a reputation for its fresh, distinctive exhibitions, which are conceived to engage Museum visitors of various ages and cultural backgrounds.
110 South Market Street, San José, CA 95113
The Tech Interactive is a world class science and technology center in the heart of Silicon Valley that welcomes over 250,000 visitors a year. Explore the 130,000 square feet of hands-on activities, exploratory labs and design challenge experiences as well as interactive exhibits on climate change, robotics, innovations in healthcare, cybersecurity and more.
525 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose, CA 95128
Sprawling landmark with a staircase leading nowhere & other odd features designed to confuse ghosts.
Traditional American restaurant
1000 Lafayette St C, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Middle Eastern restaurant
2281 The Alameda, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Indian restaurant
341 Lafayette St, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Italian restaurant
1290 Benton St, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Chinese restaurant
638 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Fine dining restaurant
2762 Augustine Dr Suite 110, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Dinner theater
2700 Mission College Blvd #140, Santa Clara, CA 95054
Fine dining restaurant
410 Saratoga Ave, San Jose, CA 95129
2131 The Alameda A, San Jose, CA 95126
1100-1300 Franklin St, Santa Clara, CA 95050
El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95050
377 Santana Row, San Jose, California, 95128
Upscale collection of shops, bars & restaurants, with outdoor seating & frequent live music.
101 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose, CA 95113
Modern performance venue in the heart of downtown San José serving Silicon Valley.
