Sankore - Growing the Sankore Foundation Community

SANKORE Community is the domestic vertebrae of THE SANKORE FOUNDATION. Our submersion programs are by far the most unique element of the Sankore Foundation’s mission. However, it is also critically important that we strengthen and in many instances awaken our community domestically so as to create an atmosphere where the seeds and spirit of true Pan-Africanism can flourish.

SANKORE Community consists of Sankore Education & Sankore Village.

SANKORE EDUCATION

SANKORE Education is a powerful resource for parents concerned about the quality of American public education. The parents we assist are those looking for a more nurturing, challenging educational experience, with greater emphasis on African and African American culture and history for their children. Our small network of African Centered Schools (ACS) blend and balance academic excellence in education with African and African American cultural prominence where racial identity and self-esteem are not compromised for improved academics.

SANKORE Education apply what empirical research suggests, and that is racial identity serves as a buffer against the factors that place African American families more specifically African American youth at risk for mental health problems. ACS understand that parents and focus groups alike want not only higher teacher expectations and academic standards, more individual attention, assurances of their children’s safety, but a well-rounded education that includes African and African American values that reinforce a strong sense of self-esteem, self-love, and mutual respect.

If you reside in the Atlanta area and would like more information on a specific ACS please Contact Us…

SANKORE VILLAGE

The Pan-African concept can broadly be defined in many ways. At The SANKORE FOUNDATION we believe Pan-Africanism begins with communication and strong sense of community.

Communication is easily defined and facilitated with in the SANKORE University curriculum. However, enormous quantitative research would yield varied conclusions on what exactly constitutes “a sense of community…but a brief stay in a village in northern Ghana would perfectly capture the pure essence.

SANKORE Village attempts to mimic the raw essence of communalism and Improve communication with our brothers and sisters In Africa through the generosity of sharing, giving, and love. By becoming a Sankore Citizen (member) and joining the village you agree to support for the Bongo Education Endowment Fund and/or the Nsong Sugma Clothing Drive.

BONGO EDUCATION ENDOWMENT FUND

Bo-Naba Alemyarim Baba Salifu, Paramount Chief of Bongo Traditional area, Bongo, Upper East Region created the Bongo Education Endowment Fund, which consists of a scholarship and building fund, in hopes of securing the very best for the children of the Upper East region and that begins with access to education. Here’s How YOU Can Help …

The cost of the yearly expenses for secondary and senior secondary school for school fees (i.e. tuition), books, uniforms ranges from US$250 to US$350.

Sankore Citizenship dues of $25/month are designed to sponsor a scholarship for one child to attend school for an entire academic year.

SANKORE NSONG SUGMA CLOTHING DRIVE

The Sankore Nsong Sugma Clothing Drive was a concept birthed during the inaugural visit of Bo-Naba Alemyarim Baba Salifu, Paramount Chief of Bongo Traditional area, Bongo, Upper East Region to the U.S for the Sankore Foundation’s 1st Annual African Indigenous Unity Festival. People gave abundantly of clothes, school supplies, etc. to the Chief for the children and families of Bongo the surplus created the initiative we now deem as Song Sugma, meaning my family is helping.

If you would like to become a Sankore Citizen and support the Bongo Education Endowment Fund, Nsong Sugma, or simply make a one-time donation to support as we do the good work of Pan-Africanism please become a Sankore Citizen (member) or Donate Now.

FUTURE PROJECTS

On the 28th of March 2006, SANKORE Foundation was awarded 50 acres of land in the northern regions of Ghana 30 miles outside of Tamale next to the small village named Gushi. SANKORE is currently working with investors to develop what will be the first Traditional Village in West Africa designed as an educational center for Indigenous Knowledge as well as place where African Americans can reintegrate back into African Culture.

200 Compounds will be constructed. Traditionalist such as Herbalist, Spiritualist, Drummers, Weavers, Dancers, and many more will take permanent residence in SANKORE Village. Those participating in SANKORE Volunteer and Indigenous knowledge study programs will have the unique opportunity to access knowledge that has never been available to individuals outside of Northern Ghanaian culture. SANKORE village will condition minds with positive Indigenous information, which will pave the way for African Americans to regain our true culture and power base

CONLUSION

SANKORE is pioneering the active engagement of real solution oriented efforts to address and resolve the horror of slavery and its lingering mental effects. The time and environment is ideal for the genesis of a realistic model designed for the African American community to develop a real appreciation and knowledge of its own culture. SANKORE is positioned to fill the cultural void within our communities and replace it with a healthy confidence and strong sense of identity.

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