Program Staff

Volunteer Coordinator Daniel Tieku

Daniel Tieku (right) with director Ronnie Shaw

Volunteer coordinator Daniel Tieku has been involved with Sankofa Center since its beginning in 2003. He has a great passion for American Hip-Hop and has been influential in sparking the creative juices of volunteers on the program. He is instrumental in making your stay in Ghana a memorable one.


Volunteer coordinator Sarah Casia

Sarah Casia (left) with director Ronnie Shaw

Volunteer coordinator Sarah Casia is a recent alumni of UCLA. Formerly, her research interest on African ecological conservation methods brought her to Ghana. Currently, Sarah awaits graduate school to continue her commitment to the international sector. She has been an invaluable asset to Sankofa Center and can give you an accurate assessment of what to expect on your program.


Ghana Program general manager James Sackey

James Sackey

Volunteer coordinator James Sackey is a current college Business major in Ghana. Prior to becoming a Sankofa Center Local Coordinator he was the general manager for a popular bar in Accra frequented by many American patrons. It was there that James became very familiar with the cultural and social climate of the U.S. James will be very helpful in your acclamation to Ghanaian culture and anticipates reciprocal cross-cultural understanding.


Program Assistant Doris Atsu

Doris Atsu

Program assistant Doris Atsu assists in selecting Homestay Families as well as coordinating local Sankofa Center artists. She has been instrumental in helping volunteers while on the program and can be approached with any questions you may have.

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