African Artists Community Development Project: 20 Years in Zambia

Marsha Winsryg of the African Artists Community Development Project will be presenting photos and stories about the Mama Bakhita Cheshire Home and their latest project, the Zambezi Communal Farm. This talk will take place on Saturday, June 3 at 2 p.m. at the Aquinnah Library. This program is free and all are welcome.

The African Artists Community Development Project is an Island-based nonprofit organization founded and directed by Marsha Winsryg. Marsha raises money for disabled children, orphans, and women's groups in Zambia by selling their handmade dolls and other African craftshere in the U.S. She also raises funds by taking small groups to Tuscany.

Since 2002, Marsha has been exploring several varieties of empowerment commerce to aid disabled children, orphans, and families in Zambia. Thanks to her efforts, these women are now able to pay rent, clothe and feed their families, afford basic medical care, and most importantly, send their children to school.

Join us for this library event to learn more about the projects of AACDP.