Lydia and I completed the Patriensa school supply drive and I feel it went really well. I was happy to be a part of this project giving back to Africa where it all started. Before being in this course I never knew much about the roots of being African American. I didn't have much knowledge about Africentric ideas or way of living. From this class I learned that taking things back to where it all started is a perfect way of passing knowledge on to so many who know nothing about their history or identity. I feel that now I have a better understanding and more of a connection with being African American and all the principles that stand behind our culture such as Unity, and collectivism. We learned about the Nguzo Saba principles and about the African centered behavior change model and this project enabled me to live out these principles.I was honored to participate in a service that enabled us to give back to Africa and I am excited to continue to contribute to this effort every year!
Here are a few pictures from our bake sale! (more to come in our presentation)
I am continuing to work on the Theatre for dialogue with my second group which I am also excited about. So far we have decided to base our first demonstration On the Trayvon Martin case because it is a very touching topic that also bridges throughout time in the fact that the African American community has seen and dealt with these types of issues for decades now. It also stems along with discussions and readings we had this past week with the overwhelming number of African American men incarcerated and/or harassed by law enforcement. The burdens of fear and rehearsal when it comes to dealing with Law enforcement while being African American reveals itself in the Trayvon Martin case as well. I feel that we will open a lot of conversation with our classmates and hopefully discuss some solutions that will help end or semester on a positive note and with a positive hope for the future as we all continue on our college and life journey!
I thought that you and Lydia's project was amazing! Not only does it reach kids in Africa who need school supplies, but it gives others the opportunity to give to them. The fact that the two of you worked hard towards getting these school supplies for the kids at the school, especially after hearing Dr. Gilbert's story of the little boy who didn't have the newer uniform and of how excited the kids are when they do get supplies, is amazing. This is a lasting project that will impact the lives of the children at this school and give them the opportunity to learn more efficiently, and better as students. Great project!
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy y'all got to help the students in Africa and I have learned it was a huuuuge turn out, so I have to say I'm am so proud of y'all and thank you on my behalf for helping them!
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