Yannick Oho Bambe
Yannick shares his journey across continents, from Cameroon to France to the US to the UK and now Canada, highlighting how his experiences have shaped his understanding of identity, belonging, cultural connection.
• Born in Cameroon where values of respect, hospitality, and solidarity formed his foundation
• Moved to France at 14 after losing his mother, where he was unexpectedly perceived as "the American boy"
• Experienced cultural segregation in the US that contrasted with his expectations
• Created award-winning documentaries that challenge mainstream narratives about marginalized communities
• Hosts podcasts including "I Am More Than the Immigrant You Had in Mind"
• Views his cultural uniqueness as his superpower and encourages immigrants to share their authentic selves
• Describes himself as a "hummingbird" doing his part to combat fires of hate & fear
• Believes home is defined by connections with people rather than geographical location