Join the Gullah Nation Of North America (GNONA) as an Associate Member and Be a Catalyst for Change! 🌱
Embrace the spirit of unity and cultural heritage by becoming an associate member of GNONA, a dynamic international organization making waves in communities both in America and Africa!
Our Roots Run Deep:
Trace the vibrant history of Gullah Geechee people directly from the shores of Bunce Island, Sierra Leone, to the ports of South Carolina and Georgia during the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade in the 1700s. The Gullah Geechee community played a pivotal role in founding Freetown, Sierra Leone, in 1792, establishing a profound two-way connection between these two rich cultures.
Our Journey
GNONA, born in 2014 and officially founded on July 2nd, 2015, emerged from the collective wisdom of Gullah Geechee elders and youth located both in the U.S. and Sierra Leone, West Africa.
The community incorporated a 501c3 Nonprofit organization registered in the United States and Sierra Leone. We actively bridge communities through impactful programs.
Our Impact:
For 25 years, our leadership has been at the forefront of grassroots community organizing, with 17 dedicated years actively working in Sierra Leone, 11 of which were spent on the ground. Key projects like
Tools & Seeds Farmers Assistance Program Is an initiative that assist rural communities organizational training, as well as with tools, and seeds to combat food insecurity and cash crop sustainability. This program has been implemented various parts of the country, including the capital city of Freetown, 4 Mile, Makeni, Bombali, Moyamba & Kenema Districts.
Be Clean Campaign Community Cleaning & School Workshops Hygiene & Sanitation Initiative BE CLEAN CAMPAIGN is an International Hygiene & Sanitation initiative founded after the devastating mudslide and flood on Mount Sugar Loaf in Freetown, Sierra Leone on 14th August, 2017. Since it’s founding we’ve conducted hygiene and sanitation workshops in schools, and Monthly community cleanings in Calabatown Market, King Jimmy Market and Government Warf Community. We’ve also hosted simultaneous cleanings in over 20 cities across 3 different continents since 2020!. Thr Be Clean Workshop School Tour is a dynamic and inspiring initiative designed to instill the values of cleanliness, ethics, and community responsibility among students. This engaging tour goes beyond the conventional approach to cleanliness by incorporating holistic elements, including moral principles, cultural values, and a sense of communal duty.
The Lost & Found Genetic Genealogy Project represents a pioneering initiative that harnesses the power of Autosomal DNA genetic testing, and genealogical research to bridge the historical gap created by the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade. Focused on reuniting citizens of Sierra Leone, West Africa, with their long-lost cousins in the United States of America and the broader African diaspora, this project serves as a spotlight for lineage restoration.
Welcome to "Sabi Salone: Know Sierra Leone" – an exceptional exploration of the captivating cultural melting pot that is Sierra Leone. Brought to you by the collaborative effort of the Gullah Nation Of North America (GNONA) and the Gullah Leone Union, this groundbreaking show is more than just a virtual tourism program; it's a bridge that connects the past, present, and future of a nation.
Gullah House Media, a dynamic platform on YouTube under GNONA, goes beyond showcasing our ongoing community work. It serves as a window into the profound historical ties between the Gullah Geechee and African Diaspora communities, specifically in Sierra Leone. With over 1,400 subscribers and 111 uploaded videos to date, Gullah House Media is making waves.
