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Explore the Four Ms of Mali

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.

Explore the Music of Mali!

One of the things Mali is most famous for is its music. Whether you are listening to the sounds of the traditional instruments or tuning into more modern musicians, Mali’s music is distinctive and world renowned. We’ve come up with a great way to introduce you to the range of Mali’s music — sign up for our e-newsletter and we’ll provide you with a curated streaming playlist.

Measuring Progress: Our 2021/22 Annual Impact Report

For our students, the 21/22 school year was about returning. Returning to normalcy after years of education disruption during the pandemic. Returning to classrooms full of hope. Returning to dreams of a better future for themselves and their families, made possible by their time in the classroom.

Day 5 of Resolve to Be Involved: Celebrate

I am of the opinion that we don’t resolve to incorporate joy and exploration into our lives enough. That changes with today’s Resolve to be Involved. Over the last five days of the month, we’re going to help you out with a series of ways you can Resolve to be Involved with Mali Rising — five easy ways to help others. The five ways: Connect, Volunteer, Share Give, and Celebrate. We are on Day 5, our final day, here so we’re asking you to resolve to Celebrate!

Day 3 of Resolve to Be Involved: Share!

Over the last five days of this month, we are helping you set your new year’s intentions with a series of ways you can Resolve to be Involved with Mali Rising — five easy ways to help others. The five ways: Connect, Volunteer, Share Give, and Celebrate. We are on Day 3 here so we’re asking you to resolve to Share!

Day 1 of Resolve to Be Involved: Connect!

If you’re anything like me, you might be using these last days of 2022 to plan for the new year and set some intentions or resolutions. Maybe one of those resolutions involves giving back to others? Good for you! Over the last five days of the month, we’re going to help you out with a series of ways you can Resolve to be Involved with Mali Rising — five easy ways to help others. The five ways: Connect, Volunteer, Share Give, and Celebrate. Today, we’ll start with Connect.