Finance
Provide ongoing financial literacy education to scholars to encourage long-term independence.
Create opportunities for entrepreneurial training and funding for projects initiated by scholars.
Maintain sustainable funding to ensure the continued success of the Ashay Scholars and BTAC Leadership Programs.
Personal Development
Enhance wellness and self-care initiatives for scholars to promote holistic growth.
Offer advanced leadership training for participants in the BTAC Leadership Program.
Recognize and celebrate scholar achievements to inspire continued growth and motivation.
Our Commitment
In 2025, BTAC remains dedicated to the children currently enrolled in our programs in Kumasi, Ghana. By working closely with our established partner schools, we will continue to provide impactful and sustainable support that transforms lives.
For more information on how to support or engage with our initiatives, visit BridgetoAfricaConnection.org
BRIDGE-TO-AFRICA CONNECTION 2025 PLAN OF ACTION
In 2025, Bridge-To-Africa Connection (BTAC) is committed to empowering the children currently enrolled in our programs in Kumasi, Ghana. We will focus on strengthening our impact through our Ashay Scholars Program and BTAC Leadership Initiatives by working closely with the schools we already have relationships with in Kumasi. Our focus will remain on Change, Rebuilding, Education, Finance, and Personal Development to ensure our scholars achieve their fullest potential.
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Change
Encourage transformative mindset shifts through consistent workshops and mentorship for scholars.
Strengthen leadership skills among participants in the Ashay Scholars and BTAC Leadership Programs.
Foster a sense of resilience, purpose, and excellence within the BTAC scholar network.
Rebuilding
Support community-led efforts to improve the infrastructure of partnered schools in Kumasi.
Enhance the learning environments for scholars with additional resources and support.
Work hand-in-hand with our partner schools to provide a stable and enriching educational experience.
Education
Continue providing tailored support to Ashay Scholars, including mentorship and access to quality education.
Expand career-focused and advanced skill-building workshops within our existing programs.
Empower scholars to be change agents within their schools and communities in Kumasi.
“I am not African because I was born in Africa but because Africa was born in me.”
Kwame Nkrumah
This December, we honor and celebrate Mwalimu Melodye Micëre Van Putten, the visionary woman behind the creation of Ashay Clubs.
The facilitators at Ashay Clubs are trained to utilize the Guide to Self-Knowledge workbook, specifically designed for children to explore global African history and culture from an African centered worldview. The clubs are dedicated to fostering a holistic approach to education, integrating academic excellence with personal growth and social responsibility. Ashay Clubs places a strong emphasis on critical thinking, creativity, and innovation, equipping students to become versatile individuals capable of creating a positive influence in society.
Bridge-To-Africa Connection is extremely excited to Start our Ashay University Program
We meet on Fridays and work with over 150 Youth in Kumasi Ghana, teaching many principles on Leadership , African History and Much More. 2023 Theme is ” AFRICAN ROSES BLOOMING WITH OPTIMISM “
The Nkonsonkonson symbol
depicts two links in a chain. Nkonsonkonson represents unity, community, and the strength that comes from each.
WODE MAYA’S Picture Painted On A Wall In Ghana
BTAC have adopted 8 Villages/Towns in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. We provide Scholarships and funding to help over 294 Children in the Ashanti Region. We focus on the academic and social well being of the children so at times we find ourselves supporting the entire family just to ensure that the child can go to school. Most of the parents / guardians are hand laborers, petty traders and hawkers making less than $2 per day.
BTAC Sponsoring 100 Less Privileged Kids To School With $10,000!
WODA MAYA visits BTAC
An African Diasporans Journey to Impact the Lives of hundreds of Children’s Lives in Ghana. Medaase Madam Mama Dawn Sutherland
WODA MAYA visits BTAC
ELEVATION TOURS
Cut adventurously across Ghana by starting from Accra and driving up to the Aburi Botanical Gardens and moving through nature sites on the Akuapem Mountains, moving on to Kumasi in the Ashanti Region to visit the royal palace of the Asantehene and the royal adinkra and kente weavers and sellers, the woodcarvers and artisans; then finishing up with a trip to the forts and castles of Elmina and Cape Coast as well as the last slave bathing point of Assin Manso and a Canopy walk experience.
It draws a triangle, but the experiences, sights and sounds you will enjoy on this trip is going to be a full circle of unforgettable memories. For detailed itineray
Thankfulness
To all our Circle of Friends we are extremely excited to support @hellonanadolls
2021 Holiday Season for our children will be phenomenal as we work hard to try and get dolls for our little girls
Donate towards purchasing a doll for a 🇬🇭Princess
International Womens Month
Is truly show us African Queens
Thanks @fuseodg for this line of dolls.
Founded by Afrobeats Superstar Fuse ODG, Nana Dolls is on a mission to champion the beauty of Africa and promote self-love, especially in young children.
Children are highly influenced by the world around them, and so it is our job to make sure we give them the best foundation to build on, teaching them to love themselves and be proud of who they are.
What better way to instill this ‘self-love’ than through their favorite toys.
Nana Dolls have made it their goal to inspire children to love and take pride in their heritage in a world that makes it hard to do so at times, educating and empowering them through Nana Dolls and their stories.
“The dolls are inspired by historical African figures; brave and courageous women who did something extraordinary. It is vital for our children and future generations to know about these powerful women in history”
Our Mission
The key philosophy is: Impacting one woman will impact her entire family. The family will impact the village, thereby building the bridge to an enriching, healthy society.
Sponsor One Child at a Time
Starbucks Coffee for two?
A pair of sneakers off the discount rack?
But did you know that $100 could literally be a life-changing investment?
These are not dramatic words for theatrical appeal. These are words of truth.
Your $100 could go far in helping those who are the most vulnerable and in need – the beautiful children in Ghana, West Africa.
Our Philosophy
Special BTAC Projects
Support One Child At A Time
Popcorn and a movie for two? A pair sneaker on the discount rack? But did you know that $100 could…
