P.S.: Pictures these and many other pictures can be viewed in an album (Kimballton Limestone Mine) on my primary website.
Monday, November 7, 2011
#153: HOAES (7)
This past Wednesday, I had the opportunity to go to the Kimballton underground mine in Giles County for one of my mining classes; this mine is overseered by Lhoist North America. It was such a wonderful experience, and also my first time going to an underground mine. The primary production in this mine is limestone. Honestly on my way heading there I had no expectations but just curiousity, so I wouldn't really say it was what I expected or not. I could write all day about it, but I'll just state a few observations/comments for the sake of time, and I need to go to bed soon.
Before heading there, our professor warned us to dress warm since it's an underground mine and the possibility of it being cold is high. Fortunately for my group, it was not very cold so I had no need for my jacket and was content with just a sweater. Also, we were told to bring hard boots if we did not have the proper steel-toe boots, but for some weird reason, I could not find my hard boots that morning; so I decided to wear my uggs and was given a toe shield (I forgot what the technical name is), in order to protect my shoes. Being that its an underground mine, I never thought about the lighting but I was quite amazed by how dark it was in there. Honestly if I was lacking excitement for the tour and sleepy, I could have slept throughout the tour, because it was very dark and cool in there, and the ride was very long; I think our tour guide (Wes) mentioned that the mine is 2300 ft deep, don't quote me on that.
Overall, I had a good time touring the mine and getting to learn a lot. Although I do not have experience as yet in underground or surface mining, I'm looking towards underground right but of course that's a bias preference because that is all I am conversant with at the moment. Something that amazed about the mine though is how after going underground, one completely forgets about time because the difference between day and night cannot be distinguished but time in a way stands still. Like I said, I enjoyed the experience and I think this is because I'm more of a practical person rather than theoretical because to be honest, I am currently not enjoying some of my lectures but I can proudly say that my Rock Mechanics lab is my favorite class because everything is very hands-on, and I am sure you all remember in a few posts ago of how I lamented tirelessly about how much fun I'm having in it.
Rather than saying much, I've posted numerous pictures I took; actually, I did not take as much as I wanted because my camera's picture quality was really poor due to the lighting and such. While browsing the pictures, you will notice that I took a picture of the women's bathroom. This is because I requested to use the bathroom: (1) because I needed to use it, due to the fact that I drink a lot of water, (2) I wanted to know how progressive of a company it was. One of my friends who's an engineer once told me that she interned for a company that none of the men employees knew where the women's bathroom was located and this is because they rarely had women visit and there were no women employees. So in my case, this mine passes my test and I hope they are an equal opportunity establishment, even though I did not see any women miners during the entire tour.
P.S.: Pictures these and many other pictures can be viewed in an album (Kimballton Limestone Mine) on my primary website.
P.S.: Pictures these and many other pictures can be viewed in an album (Kimballton Limestone Mine) on my primary website.
#152: SLSC - Day 45
Day 45: Methodist Girls' High
Background story:
This post is very dear to my heart because it is about one of my alma maters, Methodist Girls' High School. Although I attended this school for just a year, JSS 1 (Junior Secondary School) or Form 1, I still had an unforgettable experience there and gained some friendships that still continue. One of the reasons why the school was dear to me is because it gave me a different perspective on life, and that is because it was the first public school I ever attended in my life. Having grown up in Sierra Leone and Nigeria, all my nursery and primary schools were private, and I shared similar cultures and status with them. However, MGHS was quite different in a good way and very diverse.
Following the trend of private schools could have continued for my secondary education, however, I attended the school due to family traditions because most of my aunts attended the school. My family is very big on tradition, and that includes alma mater. I won't say my experience at the school was always jolly because at that time (I do not know the current status), public schools paid teachers poorly and some would strike and not teach the students. Strikes were something I was not used to, so I definitely disliked going to school certain times knowing that I may not get taught, because I've always been eager for knowledge and used to getting that each day. I'll assume it was not the case when my aunts and cousins attended the school, because I know my grandmother would not have let me attend there at all.
P.S.: I absolutely loved the uniform and beret. I was really looking forward to get to wear the felt hats after reaching SSS (Senior Secondary School) level but like I said I only attended the school for one academic year; JSS is Forms 1-3, and SSS is Forms 4-6. Also, I loved my House color (Fenton), which was for yellow. House colors were designated for Sports events that were done annually.
Fun fact: I think another reason why I liked the school a lot is because I was first place in getting into the school on the national level (NPSE) and was made the prefect of my class. However, the disadvantage to that responsibility was that I was one of the youngest and smallest girls in the class, so some of the girls did not respect me certain times. However, me being the iron lady that I am, I found ways to enforce the laws of the school and our class teacher :)
About MGHS:
The Methodist Girls' High School, founded in 1880, has in the 131 years of its existence sought to reduce the gender disparity in education, and promote the access of young girls of Sierra Leone to secondary education. The school's vision is to pursue high quality education and contribute to high standards, by training well-motivated pupils who should achieve their full potential in all aspects of life
The Methodist Girls' High School has contributed to the lives of thousands of women, who have during their time there gained academic excellence and afterwards pursued distinction and now are prominent in religious, legal, social, medical financial, educational, secretarial, political and administrative fields in Africa, Europe and America .
To know more about this prestigious school, visit their website.
Background story:
This post is very dear to my heart because it is about one of my alma maters, Methodist Girls' High School. Although I attended this school for just a year, JSS 1 (Junior Secondary School) or Form 1, I still had an unforgettable experience there and gained some friendships that still continue. One of the reasons why the school was dear to me is because it gave me a different perspective on life, and that is because it was the first public school I ever attended in my life. Having grown up in Sierra Leone and Nigeria, all my nursery and primary schools were private, and I shared similar cultures and status with them. However, MGHS was quite different in a good way and very diverse.
Following the trend of private schools could have continued for my secondary education, however, I attended the school due to family traditions because most of my aunts attended the school. My family is very big on tradition, and that includes alma mater. I won't say my experience at the school was always jolly because at that time (I do not know the current status), public schools paid teachers poorly and some would strike and not teach the students. Strikes were something I was not used to, so I definitely disliked going to school certain times knowing that I may not get taught, because I've always been eager for knowledge and used to getting that each day. I'll assume it was not the case when my aunts and cousins attended the school, because I know my grandmother would not have let me attend there at all.
P.S.: I absolutely loved the uniform and beret. I was really looking forward to get to wear the felt hats after reaching SSS (Senior Secondary School) level but like I said I only attended the school for one academic year; JSS is Forms 1-3, and SSS is Forms 4-6. Also, I loved my House color (Fenton), which was for yellow. House colors were designated for Sports events that were done annually.
Fun fact: I think another reason why I liked the school a lot is because I was first place in getting into the school on the national level (NPSE) and was made the prefect of my class. However, the disadvantage to that responsibility was that I was one of the youngest and smallest girls in the class, so some of the girls did not respect me certain times. However, me being the iron lady that I am, I found ways to enforce the laws of the school and our class teacher :)
About MGHS:
The Methodist Girls' High School, founded in 1880, has in the 131 years of its existence sought to reduce the gender disparity in education, and promote the access of young girls of Sierra Leone to secondary education. The school's vision is to pursue high quality education and contribute to high standards, by training well-motivated pupils who should achieve their full potential in all aspects of life
The Methodist Girls' High School has contributed to the lives of thousands of women, who have during their time there gained academic excellence and afterwards pursued distinction and now are prominent in religious, legal, social, medical financial, educational, secretarial, political and administrative fields in Africa, Europe and America .
To know more about this prestigious school, visit their website.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
#150: SLSC - Day 44
Day 44: JayArr
JayArr is a reggae singer/songwriter born in Sierra Leone and has been residing in the US since 1989. While attending high school in Silver Spring MD, he joined a reggae band where he honed his skills. During a vacation to Sierra Leone in 2004, JayArr recorded two songs “Rise Up Salone" and "Gonna Miss You" featuring the Jungle Leaders, a talented group of guys with conscious reggae vibes. These two songs were featured on Jungle Leader’s "Same Soup" Album released in 2005. JayArr then went on to record "Back Stabber" featuring Jungle Leaders' own Funky Freddy – a song inspired by his struggle with dealing with disappointments from his trusted and close friends.
JayArr has performed at sold out venues in Sierra Leone, the UK and in the USA. He released his new album “Here 2 Stay” to a sold out audience in one of Washington DC’s premiere night clubs Zanzibar on The Waterfront on 28 March 2009. JayArr performed with Maxi Priest and Beniton the Menace at the same venue to a sold out audience on Oct. 3 2009. JayArr also performed with the late Gregory Isaacs “The Cool Ruler” on July 3, 2010 at Zanzibar on The Waterfront.
JayArr's debut album "Born Sierra Leonean" has sold over 10,000 copies through his self managed production and distribution company LYOA Incorporated. Songs on the album, Born Sierra Leonean, relay messages relating to the 10 years of political strife and brutality endured by Sierra Leoneans and also focuses on the continual corrupt practices of the powers that be, lending to the ominous sufferings of innocent men, women and children in Sierra Leone. His second album “Here 2 Stay”, featuring the highly anticipated singles “Here 2 Stay”, “Black Rose”, “Turn Me Loose” and “Call Me JayArr”, was released on 28 March 2009. Both albums are currently available in stores and can be downloaded from iTunes, napster, rhapsody, Verizon, Amazon, etc. Albums and singles can also be purchased online from his official website www.jayarr.com.
He is currently back from the studio working on his third album “African Child); which debuts October 21, 2011. The album features the singles “Rumors Feat. Funky Freddy”, “Secret Lover Feat Angie Morrison”, ”I Really Love U”-A remake of Bunny Mack’s smashing hit in the 60’s and 70’s and of course the album title “African Child”.
Official Websitewww.jayarr.com
Inspirations JayArr is inspired musically by Bob Marley, Lucky Dube, Doctor Oloh, Luciano, Beres Hammond to name a few. JayArr is also inspired by people like Gandhi, Martin Luther King, Marcus Garvey, Nelson Mandela…people who are steadfast in their beliefs JayArr’s
Networking Sites
Facebook Fan Page
Twitter: www.twitter.com/jayarr_reggae
Myspace: www.myspace.com/jayarr-reggaemusic
AlbumsBorn Sierra Leonean (2006)
Here 2 Stay (2009)
African Child (2011)
Hit Singles“Rain Drops”, “I Really Love U Ft. Bunny Mack”, “Secret Lover Feat. Angie Morrison”, “Call Me JayArr”, “Black Rose”, “Turn Me Loose Feat. Blakka-P”, “Here 2 Stay Feat. EJ”, “Rumors Feat. Funky Freddy” and “Born Sierra Leonean Feat. AmzardLinx”.”
Philanthropic workJayArr is the President/CEO of his non-profit organization “The JayArr Foundation” which is geared towards fostering computer literacy for Secondary School-aged children and adults in Sierra Leone.
JayArr is a reggae singer/songwriter born in Sierra Leone and has been residing in the US since 1989. While attending high school in Silver Spring MD, he joined a reggae band where he honed his skills. During a vacation to Sierra Leone in 2004, JayArr recorded two songs “Rise Up Salone" and "Gonna Miss You" featuring the Jungle Leaders, a talented group of guys with conscious reggae vibes. These two songs were featured on Jungle Leader’s "Same Soup" Album released in 2005. JayArr then went on to record "Back Stabber" featuring Jungle Leaders' own Funky Freddy – a song inspired by his struggle with dealing with disappointments from his trusted and close friends.
JayArr has performed at sold out venues in Sierra Leone, the UK and in the USA. He released his new album “Here 2 Stay” to a sold out audience in one of Washington DC’s premiere night clubs Zanzibar on The Waterfront on 28 March 2009. JayArr performed with Maxi Priest and Beniton the Menace at the same venue to a sold out audience on Oct. 3 2009. JayArr also performed with the late Gregory Isaacs “The Cool Ruler” on July 3, 2010 at Zanzibar on The Waterfront.
JayArr's debut album "Born Sierra Leonean" has sold over 10,000 copies through his self managed production and distribution company LYOA Incorporated. Songs on the album, Born Sierra Leonean, relay messages relating to the 10 years of political strife and brutality endured by Sierra Leoneans and also focuses on the continual corrupt practices of the powers that be, lending to the ominous sufferings of innocent men, women and children in Sierra Leone. His second album “Here 2 Stay”, featuring the highly anticipated singles “Here 2 Stay”, “Black Rose”, “Turn Me Loose” and “Call Me JayArr”, was released on 28 March 2009. Both albums are currently available in stores and can be downloaded from iTunes, napster, rhapsody, Verizon, Amazon, etc. Albums and singles can also be purchased online from his official website www.jayarr.com.
He is currently back from the studio working on his third album “African Child); which debuts October 21, 2011. The album features the singles “Rumors Feat. Funky Freddy”, “Secret Lover Feat Angie Morrison”, ”I Really Love U”-A remake of Bunny Mack’s smashing hit in the 60’s and 70’s and of course the album title “African Child”.
Official Websitewww.jayarr.com
Inspirations JayArr is inspired musically by Bob Marley, Lucky Dube, Doctor Oloh, Luciano, Beres Hammond to name a few. JayArr is also inspired by people like Gandhi, Martin Luther King, Marcus Garvey, Nelson Mandela…people who are steadfast in their beliefs JayArr’s
Networking Sites
Facebook Fan Page
Twitter: www.twitter.com/jayarr_reggae
Myspace: www.myspace.com/jayarr-reggaemusic
AlbumsBorn Sierra Leonean (2006)
Here 2 Stay (2009)
African Child (2011)
Hit Singles“Rain Drops”, “I Really Love U Ft. Bunny Mack”, “Secret Lover Feat. Angie Morrison”, “Call Me JayArr”, “Black Rose”, “Turn Me Loose Feat. Blakka-P”, “Here 2 Stay Feat. EJ”, “Rumors Feat. Funky Freddy” and “Born Sierra Leonean Feat. AmzardLinx”.”
Philanthropic workJayArr is the President/CEO of his non-profit organization “The JayArr Foundation” which is geared towards fostering computer literacy for Secondary School-aged children and adults in Sierra Leone.
Saturday, October 1, 2011
#149: SLSC - Day 43
Day 43: Ms. Swadu Natasha Beckley
Born in Freetown in 1987, Swadu attended the Leone Preparatory Primary School in Freetown under the care of late Aunty Bertha, and continued her studies at the Brook House Elementary School in Langata, when her family moved to Nairobi, Kenya in 1996. In the United States, Tasha continued her education graduating from Wakefield High School class of 2005 in Arlington, VA.
Titles:
Miss Sierra Leone World 2011
Miss Africa USA 1st Princess 2010
Miss University of Virginia's College at Wise 2009
Miss Sierra Leone Washington DC 2009
Swadu Natasha Beckley, a 24-year-old poet (with over 300 poems in her name) and a senior majoring in foreign studies at the University of Virginia’s college at Wise is the current Miss Sierra Leone World 2011 and First Runner-Up of Miss Africa USA 2010. Unassuming Tasha as she is fondly called, is a finalist representing Sierra Leone at the Miss World 2011 to be held in London, UK in November this year.
When once asked by a colleague about her fula first name and krio surname, she had this to say: “I am a proud and strong Sierra Leonean woman of mixed blood. I walk with the style and grace of a Mandingo princess; blessed with the smile and the radiance of a Fula tribe; my bluntness and manipulative ways was inherited through my Temne side; while my sharp curves , my round hips, my sweet words and thin lips were granted to me by ancestors of the Krio tribe. These are cultures united to create a strong black woman full of West African, Sierra Leonean pride”.
“Whether working with elderly women, school age girls, or the young mothers, I saw gorgeous, striking women in Sierra Leone. Not only did they have the qualities, but also they were pure in heart, and good spirited. I was so proud to be a Sierra Leonean woman. I will not say that I am prettier than the women from Sierra Leone, or that they were as pretty as me, because beauty is defined by one’s character. As women, our personalities make us glow from within. After experiencing this I am delighted to say that “SALONE,” women are not only stunning, they are hardworking, and good hearted, now that is what makes us so beautiful. I believe I have what it takes and humbled by this opportunity to represent Sierra Leone and Africa so proudly”.
Vote and encourage your colleagues and families to vote for Ms. Swadu at
http://missworld.com/allcontestant2011.html.
Read more about Ms. Swadu on her website.
Facebook Page
Miss World
Miss Sierra Leone World 2011
Miss Africa USA 1st Princess 2010
Miss University of Virginia's College at Wise 2009
Miss Sierra Leone Washington DC 2009
http://missworld.com/allcontestant2011.html.
Facebook Page
Miss World
Tune in to SLMTV Radio right now, call in, and make donations to send our extraordinary, intelligent, passionate, beautiful, and talented Ms. Swadu Natasha Beckley to Miss World 2011 as Miss Sierra Leone 2011
Sunday, September 25, 2011
#148: SLSC - Day 42
Day 42: Lapa
A lapa is the krio word for a cloth that is wrapped around the waist and worn by girls and women in Sierra Leone (and most African countries); boys/men also wear lapas, mostly in the rural areas though. It can be tied with the cloth itself, but I prefer lapas that have strings on them because I feel that it is more secure than the bulky cloth tied. After wrapping, it looks just like a skirt and is very comfortable. I do not wear it often, but when I do, I LOVE it! I love wearing *Africanas but sometimes they tend to be too extravagant, so what I've been doing is wearing regular shirts/tops with lapas; lapas usually come with their own Africana tops. The pictures below were what I wore to my university's African Students Association cookout this afternoon. I didn't want to go all out, but still represent. In case you can't tell, the orange "skirt" is THE LAPA.
Tip: There are some people that complain that when they tie lapas, they find it difficult to walk. When I was younger, the trick my lovely grandma taught me is that when you are about to wrap it around your waist, one must stand with their legs wide open. Therefore, after it's wrapped, there'll be a lot of space with the lapa and one can walk freely with whatever large or average strides one walks with. Brilliant right? I know, you're welcome :)
*Africana: Sierra Leonean word for African clothes/prints
P.S.: September is African Heritage Month.
A lapa is the krio word for a cloth that is wrapped around the waist and worn by girls and women in Sierra Leone (and most African countries); boys/men also wear lapas, mostly in the rural areas though. It can be tied with the cloth itself, but I prefer lapas that have strings on them because I feel that it is more secure than the bulky cloth tied. After wrapping, it looks just like a skirt and is very comfortable. I do not wear it often, but when I do, I LOVE it! I love wearing *Africanas but sometimes they tend to be too extravagant, so what I've been doing is wearing regular shirts/tops with lapas; lapas usually come with their own Africana tops. The pictures below were what I wore to my university's African Students Association cookout this afternoon. I didn't want to go all out, but still represent. In case you can't tell, the orange "skirt" is THE LAPA.
Tip: There are some people that complain that when they tie lapas, they find it difficult to walk. When I was younger, the trick my lovely grandma taught me is that when you are about to wrap it around your waist, one must stand with their legs wide open. Therefore, after it's wrapped, there'll be a lot of space with the lapa and one can walk freely with whatever large or average strides one walks with. Brilliant right? I know, you're welcome :)
*Africana: Sierra Leonean word for African clothes/prints
P.S.: September is African Heritage Month.
Lady Felicia - My President
Saturday, September 24, 2011
#147: SLSC - Day 41
Day 41: Giileh
Giileh Scholz simply known as Giileh is an actress, singer, and songwriter, who has been in the musical industry since childhood, winning choreography performances from age 11 until her early teens when she decided to put her music career on hold to complete her education. Her songs are a unique mosaic of R&B, Soul, with a touch of African beat blended together to create a melodious musical explosion.
Giileh explains that God has blessed her in every stage of her life and it’s only right to give him the honor. She has multiple skills in Management, a Bachelor’s in Economics, and a Masters in Technology Management. Giileh is now applying these skills to her well-managed music career, embracing music and life’s experience as a total package while adapting to the gospel industry.
Giileh has recently been a guest on the Murphy & Friends Show featured on Bronx Net TV in NY, she has performed on the Voice of America“African Beat Show” hosted by David Vandy where she was interviewed on “Infocus Television”, VOA’s TV to Africa. She has also shared the stage with various artists including Vicky Fornah, Atilla, just to name a few; participated in the African Gospel Concert in Virginia sharing the stage with multiple artists like, Josephine Atanga – Cameroon, George Okudi – Uganda, . Giileh always gives back to society and has supported multiple non profits such as - Me Against Poverty, Arch of Hope, Save Sierra Leone Foundation, and several others. Giileh will be dedicating one of her songs, “Nchomalain” to the Mama Africa Program for Women, the proceeds will be used to provide knowledge and supplies for women in African countries to assist with various pregnancy related issues.
Giileh is the Business Development Manager of Sierra Theatre Productions, www.stproduction.net – Sierra Leone’s first theatre company in the United States and performs the role of actress seamlessly. She has been featured in an ongoing series depicting the Sierra Leonean Culture at the Smithsonian Museum in Washington, DC. She has been featured in multiple plays with Sierra Theatre in 2011.
Giileh has embarked on a drive to embrace all countries in Africa exemplifying the talents of Africa to the world. She has worked closely with Mother Africa & Her Talents in the role of a performer and coordinator to ensure the successful launching of a yearly show that will portray the talents of African Designers, Musician, Artists, and Dance groups. She has emerged as an African International Artist with her newly released album “Bringing The News”. Giileh is devoted to what she believes is her God-given-purpose, to use her musical talent to unite and minister to people everywhere no matter what situation they find themselves in.
In December 2008, Giileh started public performances of this album, the feedback has been phenomenal her unique voice captures the attention of all who hear it and the words to her songs are powerfully uplifting. Audience participants have been known to remark that it is common to experience “one of Giileh’s songs playing in their minds when they encounter difficult situations. “Giileh explains that this album depicts different emotions that apply to the experiences in her life which everyone can relate to.
In concert with her philanthropic efforts of giving back to society, 10% of the proceeds of her newly released album “Bringing The News” will be donated to Save the Nation, Inc., www.savethenationinc.org a 501c (3) Non profit organization founded by Giileh – Current project is the SEA MOURNERS Project – geared to providing sustainable solutions to assist the surviving families of the boat tragedy that occurred in the Shenge Area in Sierra Leone, on September 8, 2009 where 200 out of 250 people lost their lives.
This bio was retrieved from Giileh's website.
Giileh Scholz simply known as Giileh is an actress, singer, and songwriter, who has been in the musical industry since childhood, winning choreography performances from age 11 until her early teens when she decided to put her music career on hold to complete her education. Her songs are a unique mosaic of R&B, Soul, with a touch of African beat blended together to create a melodious musical explosion.
Giileh explains that God has blessed her in every stage of her life and it’s only right to give him the honor. She has multiple skills in Management, a Bachelor’s in Economics, and a Masters in Technology Management. Giileh is now applying these skills to her well-managed music career, embracing music and life’s experience as a total package while adapting to the gospel industry.
Giileh has recently been a guest on the Murphy & Friends Show featured on Bronx Net TV in NY, she has performed on the Voice of America“African Beat Show” hosted by David Vandy where she was interviewed on “Infocus Television”, VOA’s TV to Africa. She has also shared the stage with various artists including Vicky Fornah, Atilla, just to name a few; participated in the African Gospel Concert in Virginia sharing the stage with multiple artists like, Josephine Atanga – Cameroon, George Okudi – Uganda, . Giileh always gives back to society and has supported multiple non profits such as - Me Against Poverty, Arch of Hope, Save Sierra Leone Foundation, and several others. Giileh will be dedicating one of her songs, “Nchomalain” to the Mama Africa Program for Women, the proceeds will be used to provide knowledge and supplies for women in African countries to assist with various pregnancy related issues.
Giileh is the Business Development Manager of Sierra Theatre Productions, www.stproduction.net – Sierra Leone’s first theatre company in the United States and performs the role of actress seamlessly. She has been featured in an ongoing series depicting the Sierra Leonean Culture at the Smithsonian Museum in Washington, DC. She has been featured in multiple plays with Sierra Theatre in 2011.
Giileh has embarked on a drive to embrace all countries in Africa exemplifying the talents of Africa to the world. She has worked closely with Mother Africa & Her Talents in the role of a performer and coordinator to ensure the successful launching of a yearly show that will portray the talents of African Designers, Musician, Artists, and Dance groups. She has emerged as an African International Artist with her newly released album “Bringing The News”. Giileh is devoted to what she believes is her God-given-purpose, to use her musical talent to unite and minister to people everywhere no matter what situation they find themselves in.
In December 2008, Giileh started public performances of this album, the feedback has been phenomenal her unique voice captures the attention of all who hear it and the words to her songs are powerfully uplifting. Audience participants have been known to remark that it is common to experience “one of Giileh’s songs playing in their minds when they encounter difficult situations. “Giileh explains that this album depicts different emotions that apply to the experiences in her life which everyone can relate to.
In concert with her philanthropic efforts of giving back to society, 10% of the proceeds of her newly released album “Bringing The News” will be donated to Save the Nation, Inc., www.savethenationinc.org a 501c (3) Non profit organization founded by Giileh – Current project is the SEA MOURNERS Project – geared to providing sustainable solutions to assist the surviving families of the boat tragedy that occurred in the Shenge Area in Sierra Leone, on September 8, 2009 where 200 out of 250 people lost their lives.
This bio was retrieved from Giileh's website.
Bringing the news
Nchomalain
Friday, September 23, 2011
#146: SLSC - Day 40
Day 40: SLMTV Radio
7104 Webster Street
Landover Hills, MD 20785
SLMTV Radio
SLMTV acronym for Sierra Leone Music Television. It was founded by Chris Williams (Dj Chris) in 2000 as a non-for-profit organization with aims to showcase his people in the entertainment industry.
With the everyday growing support, our website offers various functions in the entertainment sector. In 2008, SLMTV was able to launched its first video music awards offering awards to not only the entertainment field but also in arts and social sciences.
SAVE THE MUSIC FOUNDATION
Entertainment is one of the means in which our citizens have found peace and tranquility after the brutal war that killed so many. We have created the "Save Our Music" foundation in order to help kids with love for music to pursue their creative knowledge.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact via e-mail (info@slmtv.com), someone will contact you or send them any correspondence to:
7104 Webster Street
Landover Hills, MD 20785
SLMTV Radio
Thursday, September 15, 2011
#145: Miss Universe 2011 Pageant
Here's an amazing video I came across online featuring the winner, Ms. Leila Lopes (Miss Angola). Congratulations, Phenomenal Woman. I wish you all the best in your reign and strength to supremely serve communities with endless possibilities.
P.S.: I was very surprised to find out that there has been 60 years of hosting the Miss Universe Pageant, and this is the fourth time it has been won by an African nation and second time won by a Black African. Being the fact that this is the Miss Universe Pageant, I think changes need to be made to those figures and African nations need to put themselves out there more and utilize the Pageant as a gateway to be Ambassadors for their nations, Mama Africa, girls and women, and humanity as a whole. By God's grace, Sierra Leone will be represented there in the near future and also end as the WINNER(S).
More pictures of Miss Universe 2011-2012, Leila Lopes:
More pictures of Miss Universe 2011-2012, Leila Lopes:
Saturday, September 10, 2011
#144: SLSC - Day 39
Day 39: Creole Woman
Here's a video I came across and needed to share. I am a woman of Limba (Mother) and Creole (Father) ancestry who had a Creole upbringing; I can definitely relate to the perspectives shared by the women in this video. I think having a mini-documentary like this is a great initiative to see the viewpoint of other women, and also bring awareness on what it means to be Creole and Woman.
Here's a video I came across and needed to share. I am a woman of Limba (Mother) and Creole (Father) ancestry who had a Creole upbringing; I can definitely relate to the perspectives shared by the women in this video. I think having a mini-documentary like this is a great initiative to see the viewpoint of other women, and also bring awareness on what it means to be Creole and Woman.
Friday, September 9, 2011
#143: SLSC - Day 38
Day 38: Sierra Leone 50th Independence PSA
P.S.: I'd have love to be there during these events, but I've had fun at the events that have taken place in the US so far.
Saturday, September 3, 2011
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