Our Methods

(adapted from the National Council of Negro Women, Inc.: Dr. Robert Hill, The Strengths of the Black Family, National Association of Black Social Workers and the Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary Court 143)

Sankofa translates its philosophy of public education, community service, and advocacy through activities designed to:
• Disseminate information about issues affecting the well-being of African American women and their families
• Promote healthy lifestyles and behaviors through health promotion and disease prevention projects
• Promote community empowerment and self-help programs in the African American community
• Build upon the rich heritage, traditional values, and historic strengths of African American families through sponsoring education forums, conferences, etc.
• Train women and youth for community participation and leadership
• Support career development and economic equity for women of color
• Research and assess support programs most needed to help women and youth reach goals of self-sufficiency
• Provide education enrichment experiences and hands-on activities for elementary and high school students
• Develop substance abuse and dropout prevention programs for inner city youth
• Promote excellence and equity in education through the involvement of teachers, parents, and the community in addressing the critical educational needs of African American women and their children
• Counsel and prepare youth for transition from school to the world of work
• Provide community-based supportive services as alternatives to detention for young women and men at risk
• Redirect and assist pregnant teens to be self sufficient
• Increase public awareness, sensitivity, and community services to the needs of minority elders
• Document and preserve African American cultural traditions
• Develop self-sufficiency and foster economic development and entrepreneurship
• Work with those who conduct studies and publish materials that relate to African American families
• Assist in building strong kinship bonds
• Promote high achievement orientation