Posts from Cabo Verde

While working with the youth in Praia, it is inevitable that one should begin comparing their lived experiences with the …

I have learned that perspective changes even more drastically after deep and thoughtful reflection. As I reflect on the past …

  Due to my physical appearance as a black American, I have often been asked if I am Cabo Verdean. …

I watched as she ripped the flower I drew to pieces, watched the shreds of paper descend slowly to the …

Coming into this program, I did not anticipate was how dramatic the shifts between our work sites would prove to …

Our DukeEngage cohort began the week by participating in a privilege sensitivity activity. In this exercise, statements are read aloud …

Cabo Verde received its name due to its bountiful and beautiful greenery. However, the effects of climate change have resulted …

This past week has been simply amazing. I was taken aback by how such small the interactions at the Emergency …

After nearly a month in Praia, the capital city of Cabo Verde located on the island of Santiago, I’ve had …

When I arrived Duke, I was appalled to find out that no African language courses were offered. There is a …