In September 2016, Project 1808’s country coordinator, Mr. Ishmail Barrie and Friends were inspired by Project 1808’s work with youth in Koinadugu district to start the first nursery, primary and secondary school in their community, Susu town. Located just outside of Freetown city, Susu town lack … [Read more...]
Project 1808 Launches Ebola Survivors Livelihood Skills Development Program
On January 15, 2017, Project 1808 launched its Ebola Survivors Livelihood Skills development program expected to train over 70 Ebola survivors, at Rokel, a few miles from Freetown city. The program was made possible thanks to a grant from the Sierra Leone US Embassy office. The most recent of … [Read more...]
PanAfrican Music Sessions: Xuman
Talk with Xuman: Thursday, Oct. 20th 6pm at Threshold Xuman Performance: Saturday, Oct. 22nd 7pm at The Crossing This October, Project 1808 has partnered with several organizations to bring Senegalese Hip Hop artist and activist Gunman Xuman to Madison, WI for our second PanAfrican Music … [Read more...]
The Passing of Borboh Savage
Tuesday, August 16th During a peaceful protest in Koinadugu District, local law enforcement opened fire on student protestors killing several students including Project 1808's very own Borboh Savage. The protest had been organized in response to the presidents announcement that the construction of … [Read more...]
First PanAfrican Music Session
Sept. 8th - Madison, WI A warm campfire, delicious west African food, and Tani Diakite. Join Project 1808 on Picnic Point for the inaugural PanAfrican Music Session with Malian musician Tani Diakite. This will be the first in a series of monthly events throughout Madison celebrating the music, … [Read more...]
