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apennyforurthots · 8 months

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Can't believe I invented blue

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nando161mando · 10 months

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Happy World Chocolate Day?

Well, not if you're one of the >1.6 million kids slaving away in West Africa (or Brazil or Latin America) for up to 14 hours/day, sometimes literally as slaves, under dangerous conditions, to produce the majority of the chocolate sold by the major candy companies, including Mars Wrigley, Ferrero, Mondelez International, Meiji Co. Ltd., Nestle and Hershey Co.

In 2021, SCOTUS ruled 8-1 that Big Chocolate had no responsibility to ensure that their products were not produced by child laborers.

#WorkingClass #LaborHistory #ChildLabor #chocolate #SCOTUS #slavery #WestAfrica #ghana #IvoryCoast #ausgov #politas #auspol #tasgov #taspol #australia #neoliberal capitalism #anthony albanese #fuck neoliberals #albanese government

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albertayebisackey · 1 year

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Textures and Patterns of Ghana

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holyslimepastacolor · 1 year

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The Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial park should be on your place-to-go list. This is Accra, Ghana |🇬🇭 _______________________________ #kwamenkrumah #Accra #Ghana🇬🇭 #Westafrica #Africa #accratoday #tour #sky #tourphotography #travel #see #travelphotography #travelgram #instatravel #tourtheplanet #instagood #beautifulplaces #fyp #traveltheworld #photography #greenery #monument #natgeoyourshot #natgeotravel #droneshot #experience #tourism #nationalpark #experienceghana #explore (at Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpOjeS8KmgT/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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mindsetci · 1 year

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“Le vieil éléphant sait où trouver de l'eau.” Soyer comme lui , trouvez votre chemin c'est facile as dire mais difficile as faire , mais je vous garantie une fois que c'est fais vous n'allez jamais regrettez . 🔆 @mindset_ci . . . . . . . . abidjan #cotedivoire #africa #ivorycoast #team225 #travel #photography #love #225 #formation #westafrica #afrique #art #photooftheday #nature #style #abidjanestdoux #abidjanbynight #abidjanplaces #picoftheday #beautiful #ivoirienne #mindset #assinie #travelphotography #africanprint #nature #illustration #senegal #artgallery (à Abidjan, Cote D'ivoire) https://www.instagram.com/p/CocHHQtDzeQ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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klaus-nether · 1 year

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Ibn Battuta - Bio Quotes

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blakefarberdirector · 2 years

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The Faces of #ghana #accra #africa #westafrica (at Accra, Ghana) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cg61-pzIZlx/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#ghana #accra #africa #westafrica

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govolunteerafrica · 2 years

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VOLUNTEER IN WEST AFRICA: BENIN 🇧🇯 Benin is a country in West Africa. It borders Togo to the west, Nigeria to the east and Burkina Faso and Niger to the north. Benin is a great country to visit and volunteer on any West African itinerary. Go Volunteer Africa™ offers a number of volunteer opportunities in Benin. Benin is the birthplace of Vodun (Voodoo) and all that goes with it—to this day Vodun remains the official religion of the country, and an important part of the life of ordinary Beninese. The national parks of Benin are also well worth a visit for their wildlife. It is also, fortunately, one of the most stable and safe countries of the region for traveling. #letsgoBenin #benin🇧🇯 #visitbenin #volunteeringbenin #govolunteerafrica #volunteerafrica #volunteerwestafrica #westafrica (at Porto-Novo, Benin) https://www.instagram.com/p/CdXgaUCqCFq/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#letsgobenin #benin🇧🇯#visitbenin #volunteeringbenin #govolunteerafrica #volunteerafrica #volunteerwestafrica #westafrica

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donwidmerpaperarts · 2 years

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“Aido Hwedo: African Dragon” is a 6-color letterpress on denim paper. You can read more about the inspiration and creation of this piece on my blog (link in profile). This week I’m offering the unframed version for 50% off the listed price on Etsy with code SALE50. #donwidmerpaperarts #handmadepaper #letterpress #africanfolklore #fonpeople #westafrica #africanmythology #aidohwedo #ayidohwedo #africandragon https://www.instagram.com/p/CfW-LOepLSL/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#donwidmerpaperarts #handmadepaper #letterpress #africanfolklore #fonpeople #westafrica #africanmythology #aidohwedo #ayidohwedo #africandragon

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lashawndawrice · 2 years

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#Repost @lupusdetroit ・・・ #Repost @stubs_disability_life ・・・ SCARS REMIND US THAT WE CAN HEAL.. This evenings 💡is Seal Henry Olusegun Olumide Adeola Samuel, better known as the platinum singing artist SEAL. Many of you, might have made the same assumption I have been making for years about Seal's scars. I had assumed that his facial scars were a symbol of his West Africa culture. As scars or facial marks can be used for identification of ethnic groups, families, individuals. Also to express beauty; his rank in society, family, clan, and tribe, and symbolize a degree of strength. (Now all this still might be true) But ..in my research this weekend I found out how Seal really got his scars. SEAL'S scars are as a result of a type of lupus called DISCOID LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS (DLE) – a condition that specifically affects the skin above the neck. DLE is a form of lupus that usually affects young people. Intense inflammation develops in the skin, particularly in sun-exposed areas. If not treated aggressively with sun protection and anti-inflammatory medicines, “Seal-style” scarring can result. Seal has revealed in interviews that he was afflicted with this syndrome as a teen. Not only did DLE cause Seal’s cheek scars, but he had significant scalp involvement, causing hair loss (#loclivin). Thankfully, the singer’s condition has been in remission for years, though his scars remain. However there is something that can be said, about the way Seal carries himself. The scars don't always appear as noticeable, but an inner beauty or 'soul' does. It reminds me that we are more than our illness, condition, DISABILITY or diagnosis. Also how our perspective on the world/people is affected by numerous assumptions. https://youtu.be/os3cKlkcBnA @seal . #seal #lupus #dle #discoidlupus #scars #marks #beauty #pride #assumptions #singer #perspective #scarsheal #revealbeauty #research #westafrica #autoimmune #disabilityawarensss #nigeria #disabilitylifecoaching #blackmen #lupusfighters #blackdisabledandproud #sunday #nocure #ggracces #strivingtowardunderstandingbarriers #lupusmen https://www.instagram.com/p/CewJRsYOWfZ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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amivitale · 2 years

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Photo by @amivitale. West African giraffes browse inside the Giraffe Zone, a government-defined region where giraffes and humans coexist in Niger. There are only about 600 West African giraffes left on the planet (up from a low of 49 in the wild, itself a conservation success). In December 2018, the Giraffe Conservation Foundation (@giraffe_conservation), with the Niger government and other partners, moved eight of these highly threatened giraffes from the Giraffe Zone to Niger's Gadabedji Biosphere Reserve, where they have been absent for more than 50 years. This is a hopeful story for an animal whose rapidly shrinking numbers are great cause for concern. They are currently undergoing what is being termed a silent extinction across Africa. Their numbers have fallen nearly 40 percent over the past three decades. Scientists are now undertaking major studies to better understand why giraffes are disappearing and what can be done to stop it. Follow @amivitale and @giraffe_conservation to learn more about this inspiring story #giraffe #giraffes #savegiraffes #stoppoaching #niger #westafrica #africa #nikon #nikonambassador #nikonnofilter #conservation #amivitale #worldgiraffeday https://www.instagram.com/p/CepDoQNvhsk/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#giraffe #giraffes #savegiraffes #stoppoaching #niger #westafrica #africa #nikon #nikonambassador #nikonnofilter #conservation #amivitale #worldgiraffeday

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apennyforurthots · 6 months

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I need to frame this one

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beadsofparadisenyc · 2 years

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A little extra protection never hurts, especially when it’s both attractive and versatile! This Gris-Gris Sterling Silver Protective Amulet necklace on adjustable cord could be just what you’re looking for, while also being aesthetically striking! The Gris-Gris are believed to originate in West Africa and were associated with Islamic Traditions as well as Animist Religious Beliefs. Originally the Gris-Gris were adorned with Islamic Scripture used to ward off Evil Spirits (Evil Djinn) or bad luck. Historians of the time noted that they were frequently worn by non-believers and believers alike, and were also sometimes found attached to buildings. Although the exact origins of the word Gris-Gris are unknown, some historians trace the word back to the African word "juju" meaning fetish. It has otherwise been attributed in scholarly sources to the Mandingo word meaning “Magic." #grisgris #protectiveamulet #amulet #protectivejewelry #protection #magic #sterlingsilverjewelry #djinn #westafrica #animist #necklace #mensfashion #styleinspo #fashion #style #mensstyle #islamic #islamicjewelry #jewelry #mensjewelry #womensfashion #shop #nyc #unionsquare #shop #nyc #unionsquare #beadsofparadise (at Beads of Paradise NYC) https://www.instagram.com/p/CeEQxjSOLF4/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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albertayebisackey · 1 year

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The Coconut Guy, Ghana, 2022

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holyslimepastacolor · 1 year

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The Guggisberg Avenue road and the Korley Lagoon. This is Accra, Ghana |🇬🇭 _______________________________ #korlegonno #Accra #Ghana🇬🇭 #Westafrica #Africa #accratoday #tour #bluesky #tourphotography #travel #bridge #travelphotography #travelgram #instatravel #tourtheplanet #instagood #beautifulplaces #traveltheworld #buildings #photography #greenery #lagoon #natgeoyourshot #natgeotravel #droneshot #experience #tourism #downtown #experienceghana #explore (at Korle Gonno) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoJNKTMq5Qg/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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darrylcalmandstrong09 · 8 days

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New Blog. The Return of the Yoruba Nation

“The Yoruba religion is the science of allowing God to flow through you, so that each breath becomes a prayer, and as God breathes, you breathe.” – John Mason

To find out more about the industrious Yoruba people and Yorubaland before their country became a part of present-day Nigeria, and parts of Benin Republic and Togo Republic in West Africa, click here: https://rb.gy/pqfqcj

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