The IWA and Its Code of Culture

Every people, working to replicate themselves progressively, positively and inter-generationally, needs guidelines, affirmations as to why they are and what they are supposed to be considering, leaving and practicing at each life stage in order to develop and maintain the quality of character their ancestors possessed. As an Nkrumah International Academy student, affirmations are recited daily as well as our Code of Culture.

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We Affirm:

1. We know that we are African and we are obligated to teach this fact.
2. We respect our Ancestors and will acknowledge them.
3. We have fun and we are happy as we learn.
4. We see all that is around us and we are dedicated to make change.
5. We love ourselves and we know we are loved by African people.
6. We love Africa.

The Code of Culture:

1. Brothers and Sisters of School of Literacy, Freedom Home Academy and Nkrumah will greet everyone who enters the Shule in a pleasant manner and by saying "Uhuru Sasa" which means freedom now in Kiswahili
2. We will give praise where praise is due
3. We function with each other in the spirit and reality of Umoja
4. We live and believe in Ujamaa and the concept of the extended family.We will put this belief into practice
5. Although we live and believe in Ujima,each Brother and sister is responsible for the other's well being and the well-being of his family. When each small unit is functional, the larger unit will be a success
6. Brother will be sensitive to the needs of Sisters. We will strive to perfect the workings of the household
7. All Brothers of Nkrumah should be actively involved with a sister who seeks or has the potential for growth as related to our struggle for independence
8. We are not players or creepers but Black men, therefore we will not seek to play or creep
9. We will not abuse or misuse Brothers and Sisters
10. We will be servants of the people
11. We will act and dress in a dignified manner.
12. We will take care of our mind and body
13. We will constantly learn to discipline ourselves.
14. We will not be afraid to be labeled a revolutionary,radical or militant. We will be loyal to our people
15. We will strive to be the best
16. We will respect and consult with our Elders
17. We will make education a priority
18. We will be a positive role model for our children to teach them to love and identify with Afrikan traditions
19. We will air differences behind closed doors
20. We will practice what we preach.

CONDUCT GUIDELINES

Freedom Home Academy wants to ensure that every child is treated justly. There are many values and principles that we feel are important for every Afrikan. We extracted a few that will serve as simple guidelines for children behavior at the Academy. We recognize that children have shifting behaviors at times as they learn more about themselves and growing. We will do everything we can to foster an environment of positive development and learning how to deal with change, emotion, and knowledge.