Senegal, July 2022
“My Black Birthright experience can never be traded. I came out of the program learning more about the accomplishments and significance of my people while also learning about myself and how I can contribute to that significance. No matter how confident I came into Black Birthright, nothing can shake the confidence, strength, and self-assurance I gained from both the Salon and my Senegal experience as I do my part to help achieve Black liberation.”
- Billi Hall, Black Birthright 2021 Scholar
“Visiting Senegal was one of the most eye-opening experiences I’ve ever had. Not only seeing the sense of community that the Senegalese have, but also being a part of it made me truly feel like I belong here. This is the Motherland, and I’m so grateful that I had the opportunity to come here and find myself.”
- Leah Balkaran, Black Birthright 2021 Scholar
“Prior to the trip, I expected to experience a little bit of what Senegal is like, but mostly from an outsider’s perspective. Reflecting on the trip, I got so much more than that due to the excellent planning and amazing activities, as well as the welcoming manner in which we were received by the community. Through our great tour guide, Moutarou, I learned so much and felt like I was able to fully experience each and every place we went. I believe that this trip was an important learning experience that gave me a new perspective on the African Diaspora.”
- Gideon Burnett, Black Birthright 2021 Scholar
