By Merritt Frey, Executive Director

These days, when we hear about Mali in the news it tends to be a bit of a downer. We read about jihadist attacks or military coups, or perhaps a sad story about someone who has been displaced and is deeply struggling to get by. These stories are true, but it is important to remember that Mali is still a place of culture, beauty, and good people. If you need a quick hit of that more positive angle, explore Discover Malian Culture: The 4 Marvelous Ms by Google.

What are the four Ms you ask? Google decided they are manuscripts, music, monuments, and modern art. Interesting choices for sure! Use their gorgeous web landing page to to find a short introduction to each of the Ms. Each topic also has links to let you dig deeper on the topic.

In just a 10 minute scroll, this site gives you a glimpse of some of the more hopeful, vibrant trends in Mali these days. Through photos, brief text, and curated links, Google will help you see just what an amazing place Mali is….without the need to leave your desk.

Take a break and travel to Mali with Google’s The 4 Marvelous Ms of Mali.