Dr. Mamadou Baro and Dr. Mette Brogden Collaborate with Ghanaian Traditional Leaders at the SfAA 84th Annual Meeting

April 24, 2024

"Embracing Tradition: Honoring an African Chief and Facilitating Dialogue on Indigenous Education and Leadership": At the SfAA 84th Annual Meeting in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Dr. Mamadou Baro and Dr. Mette Brogden from the University of Arizona hosted Chief Nugbaso Abdulai and Rashid Iddrisu from the World Institute of African Culture & Traditions in Ghana. The meeting addressed key issues in indigenous education and leadership in Africa, focusing on strategies to overcome the legacies of colonialism. The discussions explored potential collaborations between traditional Ghanaian leaders and the University of Arizona, aiming to build meaningful partnerships to advance education and community development.