The history of Afrika and Afrikan people did not begin with their enslavement and contributions of Afrika have impacted the world. But who will tell the truth of her story? Gaskiya’s Compound!

Gaskiya is an Hausa term whose broad meaning conveys truth, honesty, sincerity, faith, fairness and reliability. Within Gaskiya’s compound, Afrika’s history, her culture, and her lessons will be shared.

At Gaskiya’s Compound we believe that our youth are the most valuable assets we possess as people. We also believe that it is our collective responsibility to empower them with knowledge and skills that are "wholistic", thereby instilling within them a sense of self-respect and pride. This newfound knowledge prepares them for their personal journey of discovery and their ultimate acceptance of their personal Nia (purpose) within this global society.

Here within our Compound, the arts of Afrika provide a means for the preservation and transference of the wisdom, knowledge and history of a continent…a people…a culture. Through our programs and our products we shall tell the story of Afrika, her joys, her sorrows, her triumphs and her defeats. It is our desire to dispel fiction and convey the facts of Afrika’s history through her own eyes. We welcome you to our compound for here we are prepared to share our history, art, proverbs, languages, foods, stories, songs and dance. So welcome to Gaskiya’s Compound where the truth of Afrika lives on.

Beadwork & Afrikan Culture: Beadwork can convey age, marital status,
wealth, and more in Afrikan cultures.