The Land of Peace Project ties the community of Carbondale and to the Land of Peace Art Village in the Volta Region of Ghana, exchanging resources, artistic development, cultural bridges and intrinsic joy while also addressing environmental challenges between both places. “We are creating a cultural exchange where we can support each other in meaningful […]
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Village of Peace, dances for water
For 17 years, Rochelle Norwood has nurtured a parallel life in Ghana. She first discovered the Africana Dance Ensemble while studying abroad. Captivated by the energy of traditional African drumming and dance, she regularly introduced other foreign students at the University of Ghana to the troupe. Together they danced, drummed and made other art, beading […]