All are cordially invited to the Asanteman Day 2016 in Columbus, Ohio from September 3 thru 4, 2016. This auspicious cultural event will be attended by representatives of various Asanteman associations, chiefs and queenmothers, other royals and dignitaries from North America.
As part of this annual cultural event that actively and genuinely promotes and celebrates the unity, culture and history of the Asantes in North America through symbols, rituals, education and ceremonies, the organizers are planning the following events/activities:
Saturday, September 3, 2016 (daytime): Grand Durbar and Cultural Show [event Flyer 2]
Sunday, September 4, 2016 (daytime): Asanteman Congress and Delegates Forum in a Town Hall format where general discussions on socio-economic issues affecting Asanteman and development projects will be held. Delegates of member associations and leaders of Asanteman Council of North America will take and respond to questions. It is open to the general public.
Sunday, September 4, 2016 (evening): Grand Fundraising Dinner Dance will be held. [event Flyer 2]
Purpose
The purpose of the Asanteman Day celebrations is two fold:
1) Educating the general public about the traditions and culture of the Asante Kingdom that have had a worldwide impact on civilization. Showcasing the rich Asante Culture with the objective of inculcating core “Asanteman” values into nurturing our young ones so as to maintain a sustainable community of responsible citizens as well as strengthening their emotional attachment to the Asante Kingdom in any social and economic phenomenon, and
2) Establishing a network of Asantes, friends and sympathizers of Asantes in the Diaspora to help support; initiate businesses and development projects for the well-being and development of Asante Kingdom in particular and Ghana in general.
Hotel Arrangements
A special group discount has been negotiated with the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Columbus, Ohio.
For additional information about the hotel arrangements, please click here - hotel
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