Empowering Stories

Celebrating inspiring Ivorian women through art and storytelling.

A hanging sign attached to the side of a building features a painted figure holding up a rolled document. Below the figure, the sign reads 'THE PEOPLE'S STORY'. The building appears to be made of stone, and the background shows a clear blue sky with scattered clouds.
A hanging sign attached to the side of a building features a painted figure holding up a rolled document. Below the figure, the sign reads 'THE PEOPLE'S STORY'. The building appears to be made of stone, and the background shows a clear blue sky with scattered clouds.
An art installation features large scrolls of text hanging from the ceiling, creating an arch-like form over a series of open books laid out in a grid on a platform. The room walls are adorned with text panels. The space is minimalistic with a monochrome palette, giving a sense of calm and contemplation.
An art installation features large scrolls of text hanging from the ceiling, creating an arch-like form over a series of open books laid out in a grid on a platform. The room walls are adorned with text panels. The space is minimalistic with a monochrome palette, giving a sense of calm and contemplation.
A building facade with a decorative sign reading 'The People's Story' showing a figure holding a scroll. The structure has an old-fashioned clock tower with spires in the background, and the sky is bright blue.
A building facade with a decorative sign reading 'The People's Story' showing a figure holding a scroll. The structure has an old-fashioned clock tower with spires in the background, and the sky is bright blue.
A group of people are gathered in a room with colorful abstract art on the walls. The central figure appears to be speaking or expressing a point, while others listen attentively. The setting suggests a casual yet focused discussion or meeting.
A group of people are gathered in a room with colorful abstract art on the walls. The central figure appears to be speaking or expressing a point, while others listen attentively. The setting suggests a casual yet focused discussion or meeting.

FAQs

What is Sankofa Bla?

Sankofa Bla is a youth-led initiative celebrating inspiring Ivorian women through storytelling and art.

How does Sankofa Bla work?

We create video portraits, interviews, and original artworks to document and celebrate the stories of local women artists and leaders.

Who do you feature?

We highlight Ivorian women including entrepreneurs, artists, and community leaders whose work often goes unrecognized in society.

What themes do you explore?

We explore African identity, women’s resilience, and cultural expression through art and storytelling.

How can I participate?

You can support us by sharing stories, collaborating, or attending our exhibitions and events focused on women's empowerment.

Empowerment

Celebrating Ivorian women's stories through art.

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