Issalé Clinic Inauguration:
Project Bokonon was honored to host the King of Issalé, the Mayor of Pobé, members of the local community, and representatives from the Beninese government and United States Embassy at the Inaugural Ceremony for its recently-constructed clinic in Issalé, Benin. Built on land donated by the local community, this clinic will help improve the health-care for those living in this isolated area.

Malaria Prevention Presentation:
In conjunction with the Clinic Inauguration, a group of Wake Forest undergraduate students participating in the on-site implementation of Project Bokonon visited a school in Issalé where they presented a twenty-minute skit on malaria, its prevention and treatment.

Bringing Benin to Harlem:
Project Bokonon, with the generous assistance of Wachovia (PDF Report), hosted a presentation on Benin and the concept of Servant-Leadership for the sixth-grade students at the Roberto Clemente School in Harlem, New York. The talk, PowerPoint show, and authentic African clothing of presenter Rosita Najmi captivated these inner-city children, who relished the opportunity to learn of Benin and to contribute to Project Bokonon by coloring cards and a mural to be displayed at its upcoming Issalé Clinic Inauguration.

Community Day at Barnes & Noble:
Project Bokonon hosted its first-ever Community Day at the Winston-Salem Barnes & Noble. During this event area children colored West African murals, listened to stories, played with African costumes, and, throughout everything, learned about Beninese and West African cultures.