The Council for Ghanaian Associations (COGA) is an umbrella group for all Ghanaian Associations in the Washington Metro Area. COGA was established in 1989 with the objectives of -

1. The promotion of Ghanaian customs and culture through educational programs,
2. Serving as the mouthpiece of all member-organizations,
3. Coordinating activities of member-organizations,
4. Resolving conflict among member-organizations,
5. Establishing and maintaining relations with other umbrella Ghanaian organizations in the United States and Canada,
6. Celebrating Ghana’s Independence, and
7. Holding jointly sponsored activities.