About DFW WIMBUM
Our Culture & Legacy
The Wimbum community in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area of the USA remains deeply connected to its cultural roots while embracing life abroad. They gather for cultural celebrations, traditional festivals, and community meetings to preserve their heritage. Events feature traditional dances, music, and storytelling, reinforcing their identity.
The community also supports one another through social and economic initiatives, promoting education and professional growth. Religious and ancestral values remain central, with many practicing Christianity while honoring their cultural traditions. By organizing cultural programs and networking events, the Wimbum people in DFW continue to uphold their rich traditions in a new environment.
Message from the PresidentÂ
DFW WIMBUM Community
The spirit of the Wimbum people is one of resilience, pride, and unity. Though far from the majestic hills of Donga-Mantung in Cameroon, we carry the heartbeat of our homeland, its language, customs, and soul. Here in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, the Wimbum community has not only found a home but we’ve created a sanctuary where our identity thrives.
Our culture is rich and deeply rooted. It lives in the movements of our traditional dances, the rhythms of our drums, and the melodies of our songs. It is woven into our vibrant attire, the wisdom of our proverbs, and the warmth of our hospitality.
We celebrate more than culture, we celebrate connection. Our festivals and gatherings rekindle traditions, teach our children the meaning of community, and echo stories from our villages under Texan skies. From naming ceremonies to harvest feasts, we preserve what makes us uniquely Wimbum and share it with pride.
The DFW Wimbum Community stands as a beacon of cultural continuity and collective strength. We support our youth, honor our elders, and build a space where every member feels seen and valued.
Whether you’re reconnecting with your roots or discovering Wimbum heritage for the first time, we welcome you. Come experience the colors, sounds, and wisdom of Wimbum culture, alive and flourishing right here in DFW.
Wimbum we are. Wimbum we remain.
Our Team
DFW WIMBUM EXCO
2024 - 2026
Dr NORA BILLODEAUX
President
Mr VINCENT CHUYE
Vice President
Mrs EMILINE NDZISHANGONG
Public Relations Officer
Mr DIEUDONNE YONGKA
Secretary
Mrs CLAUDINE NDI
Vice Secretary
Mrs CONFIDENCE EBONG
Financial Secretary
Mrs YVETTE BUDZI
Chief Whip
Mrs EVELYN KIMAH
Treasurer

