Monthly Archives: June 2011
The Wisdom of Afrikan Proverbs -Samori Speaks
Afrikan Proverbs are a big part of my life. They provide for us the combined wisdom of our ancestors and teach us that the first step forward is to step back to tradition. I listen to the whispers of yesterday in order to live a better tomorrow. Revolutionary Love, Samori
Protect Our Youth -Samori Speaks
While single warriors within our community fight to save the minds and bodies of our children, the vast majority of us simply allow them to be devoured by the ills of these society. We have within us the power to snatch them back from the clutches of death, if we only take an interest and…
Observation and Obligation -Samori Speaks
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PhieRS29h7U I use to see things in my community and always say, “Somebody should do something about that.” That was until I looked at myself and said I’ll be the one to do something. I’m the one I’ve been waiting for. Whether it’s homeschooling to combat the miseducation or building a rites of passage to…
My Journey to Consciousness -Samori Speaks
Here is a brief look at my journey in becoming more conscious. I’m sure you’ll be able to relate. We have read similar books and listened to similar revolutionary voices. Our thoughts, words, and deeds have be elevated by their presence in our lives. Now, however, it is time for us to go from reading…
Children are Interested in School -Samori Speaks
In my years of teaching, I’ve found that Black children do indeed desire education. However, the schools that are “educating” them are irrelevant and teacher expectations and love are low. Afrikan centered education values the Black child like no other and they respond so well. It’s time we find a way to provide them with…
For the Love or For the Money? -Samori Speaks
Have you ever heard Black people say, once I’m settled then I’m going to give back to, invest in, or build something for the benefit of Afrikan people? Me too! The reality is that most of the people who are not about the community now will not be about the community later. I recently read…