Elders, women, young people: Isabelle Boblaï Douassoh went out to listen to the people who keep Tanda alive.
Under the trees, in courtyards, on the village square: everywhere, the same scene. Elders take their seats, women from the groups arrive in numbers, young people gather around. Isabelle Boblaï Douassoh has come to listen.
Isabelle Boblaï Douassoh arrives, welcomed by residents.
Residents have their say
The microphone is passed around. Everyone sets out their community’s difficulties and hopes. These discussions became the foundation of the BDI movement’s priorities.
Isabelle Boblaï Douassoh facing the gathering.
Sharing culture
Talking drums, songs and dances: Tanda’s culture set the rhythm of each of these meetings.
Traditional drums.