Sankofa Community Development Corporation

The Sankofa Community Development Corporation is a community organization with the mission of supporting revitalization of the Lower Ninth Ward neighborhood of New Orleans.[1]

History

The organization was founded by artist Rashida Ferdinand in 2008.[1]

Projects

Starting in 2008, the organization runs a produce stand, to address food justice concerns for the community. In 2024, the stand obtained a long-term space for produce distribution and nutrition-related programming as the Sankofa Fresh Start market.[1]

The organization also runs various classes, including STEM and climate-related programming for kids, and nutrition classes offered through a partnership with Xavier University of Louisiana.[2]

In 2014, the organization began work on the Sankofa Wetlands and Nature Preserve, which would restore 40 acres of native wetlands along Florida Avenue.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 Abugov, Josie (2024-12-21). "'It's all intertwined': Lower 9th Ward artist transformed this vital wetland". NOLA.com. Retrieved 2026-04-03.
  2. ↑ Tolliver, Domonique (2023-04-20). "Sankofa NOLA's Rashida Ferdinand works to bring health and education to the Lower Ninth Ward". NOLA.com. Retrieved 2026-04-03.
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