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Kulu Mele Summer Camp!
Your tax-deductible donation helps us provide an enriching summer camp experience that celebrates the rich cultural heritage of West Africa. Our program supports the Black community by fostering a sense of belonging and unity through African dance, drumming, crafting traditional instruments, natural hair styling, and planting activities. Your contribution also funds teaching opportunities for mentors, counselors, and dance educators. Join us in empowering the next generation and preserving our vibrant traditions! #Summer 2025
Philly Dance Conference
1st Annual National African Dance and Drum Conference, hosted by Kulu Mele African Dance and Drum Ensemble in summer 2025. This three-day event will feature workshops in Traditional African Dance & Drum and AfroFusion/Hip Hop, led by skilled instructors from around the world.
The highlight will be “The Glue,” a concert production tracing an ancestral journey from Africa to Cuba and the US. This event aims to uplift the spirits in the Black community, celebrating African dance and music in Philadelphia.