A Post Covid Visit!
We were very happy in Richmond to enjoy the visit of Madani Sissoko in early October, coinciding with the commemoration of Gabriel’s rebellion against slavery in favor of freedom. Nous étions fort heureux de recevoir notre ami ‘Kida’ Sissoko début octobre en visite à Richmond, coïncidant avec la commémoration de la rébellion de Gabriel contre l’esclavage en faveur de la liberté. Madani […]
VFOM partners with Centre Culturel Kore
VFOM and the Centre Culturel Kore have partnered to ensure participation of Segou students in the annual Young Artist and Author Showcase of Sister Cities International. VFOM is sponsoring the annual workshop facilitated by staff at the Kore Center. Co-sponsors are welcome. This year there are nine submissions, three each in painting, photography and poetry. […]
Teaching Timbuktu and learning about Mali in West Africa
All 3rd Graders in Virginia learn about the Lion King, the medieval Empire of Mali and the mythical city of Timbuktu – where gold was traded for salt ….. sometimes ounce-for-ounce! Here is a photo of VFoM volunteers in Richmond VA teaching young children about Malian art and design. DID YOU KNOW THE LION KING […]
