Kouyaté Jeli

04/13/2026

From our Cultural Labs, to public performances, curated programs, experimental pieces, and annual fall conference, the mission is to present, produce, and preserve traditional West African arts

03/04/2026

Lasting change is often built quietly, through perseverance, sacrifice, heritage, culture, unity, and love for community

02/28/2026

Honored to celebrate Black History Month with We honor the unsung heroes—the educators, organizers, artists, innovators, and everyday leaders whose courage and commitment shaped history without recognition

02/06/2026

The future lies in our youth. Traditions passed from one generation to the next

01/05/2026

As we close out 2025 and step into a new year, I am so grateful for every memorable moment.

From performances and Cultural Labs to school programs, summer enrichment, and the annual SRA October Conference. What a journey!

None of this would be possible without our grantors, sponsors, community partners, and supporters who believe in preserving traditional arts. These include Fulton County Board of Commissioners, FCAC, Horizons, and Roots. Thank you.

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year full of rich heritage, prosperity, community, and connection!

11/06/2025

Connect through culture.
Move for your wellness.
Dance for your spirit.
Celebrate the strength of community.

10/17/2025

Amazing community in inspiring spaces, coming together to build connections and grow understanding. SAVE THE DATES OCT 9-11 for the 2026 Sabar Rek Atlanta Conference & Cultural Event

10/15/2025

A scene from BAMAKO CHIC featured during Sabar Rek Atlanta’s Supper & Sabar late-night family and community activation. Grateful to producers Maureen Gosling and Maxine Downs, PhD, for allowing us to premiere their work here in Atlanta.

The film had its world premiere at the International Women’s Conference in Kigali, Rwanda and played at the Pan-African Film Festival in Los Angeles.

In the 1960’s a group of self-empowered Malian women sparked a revolution, inspired by beauty and economic survival.

10/13/2025

Inclusivity — it’s at the heart of our community.
Whether the effort is big or small, my commitment remains the same: to create access for all and to preserve heritage through traditional West African arts. Mark your calendar: October 9–11 for the 2026 Sabar Rek Atlanta Conference & Cultural Event

10/12/2025

Let's go! Final Day 2025 Sabar Rek ATLanta Conference & Cultural Event

SUNDAY OCT 12
⏰10:30 am - 7:15 pm
📍3400 Madison St., Atlanta, GA 30337 (Woodward Academy LS - enter through parking lot entrance off Cambridge -black double gates around the building)
Dance & Drum Lab, Teranga Tables, Art Lab, Le Petit Marché Artisanal

💫10:30 am - 12:00 pm DANCE Lab Sabar vs. Djembe (THE TWINS)

💫12:00 pm - 12:45 pm: TERANGA Tables (Senegalese food, art, & handicrafts available for purchase; support local businesses & artisans)

💫🎨1:00 pm - 2:15 pm: SPECIAL ART Lab African Glass Art (DON’T MISS THIS BY ARTIST -first come, first served for supplies)

💫2:30 pm - 3:45 pm: DRUM Lab Sabar (ASSANE M’BAYE)

💫4:00 pm - 5:30 pm: DANCE Lab Sabar (O. KOUYATE)

💫5:45 pm - 7:15 pm: DANCE Lab Koutiro (BASSE)

10/12/2025

SUNDAY OCT 12
⏰10:30 am - 7:15 pm
📍3400 Madison St., Atlanta, GA 30337 (Woodward Academy LS - enter through parking lot entrance off Cambridge -black double gates around the building)
Dance & Drum Lab, Teranga Tables, Art Lab, Le Petit Marché Artisanal

💫10:30 am - 12:00 pm DANCE Lab Sabar vs. Djembe (THE TWINS)

💫12:00 pm - 12:45 pm: TERANGA Tables (Senegalese food, art, & handicrafts available for purchase; support local businesses & artisans)

💫🎨1:00 pm - 2:15 pm: SPECIAL ART Lab African Glass Art (DON’T MISS THIS BY ARTIST -first come, first served for supplies)

💫2:30 pm - 3:45 pm: DRUM Lab Sabar (ASSANE M’BAYE)

💫4:00 pm - 5:30 pm: DANCE Lab Sabar (O. KOUYATE)

💫5:45 pm - 7:15 pm: DANCE Lab Koutiro (BASSE)