The Delaware African and Caribbean Affairs Commission is created for the following purpose and functions:

(1) Provide the Governor, members of the General Assembly, and policy makers with recommendations required to promote the welfare and interests of all people of African descent who reside in the State.

(2) To work with various governmental agencies, business communities, and nonprofit organizations to meet the needs of people of African and Caribbean descent, including seeking funding from foundations and other sources to promote workforce and economic development of the community.

(3) To provide a platform for the promotion of cultural and historical heritage of any people of African descent.

(4) To facilitate the socioeconomic relationship between the African and Caribbean countries, citizens, and residents, and this State.

81 Del. Laws, c. 21, § ?1;

Terms Used In Delaware Code Title 29 Sec. 3801

  • State: means the State of Delaware; and when applied to different parts of the United States, it includes the District of Columbia and the several territories and possessions of the United States. See Delaware Code Title 1 Sec. 302