During these years, the Daktari Dance Medicine Collective came together weekly to share in the richness of cultural stories, songs, and dances. These gatherings created a nurturing space for communal healing, blending traditional practices with new artistic expressions and honoring the wisdom of our ancestors while building fresh connections

As the COVID-19 pandemic intensified stress and burnout, especially among BIPOC healthcare workers, the Communal Healing Initiative was born. Rooted in indigenous healing arts, this initiative united healers and practitioners across the diaspora and the U.S., weaving together music, dance, poetry, and storytelling to provide support and solace.
That same year, we launched Heal the Healer in Ghana, offering traditional movement, sound healing, and communal rituals specifically designed to care for caregivers. These sessions affirmed a vital belief: healing is not an individual pursuit, but a shared process essential to the well-being of any community. Both initiatives continued to grow, taking place in person and virtually through 2024.

Our vision expanded in 2022 with the introduction of the Youth Arts Showcase in Accra, Ghana. Over six months, 50 young participants immersed themselves in visual and performing arts education, culminating in a vibrant community exhibition. Each child received a monetary stipend and educational materials, relieving financial burdens while fostering cultural pride, confidence, and creative expression.

Today, this movement continues to flourish—a dynamic intersection of art, culture, and healing. Through the transformative power of expressive arts, we ensure that both healers and communities not only survive but thrive. Together, we are building a future where well-being is collective, creative, and deeply rooted in tradition.