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So What Does Senegal Look Like?

It’s not easy to describe Senegal in words; therefore, I thought that the best way to show people what Senegal looks like was through video. Here are four videos that I made to help those outside of Senegal get a glimpse into the culture, people, and atmosphere. Enjoy!

1.    Sand Painting Demonstration (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ctJR-t-jV4&feature=plcp)
Here is a glimpse into sand painting. I filmed this on Gorée Island. Gorée was at one point the slave trading capital of West Africa. Because of this, it has become a large tourist destination drawing many African painters and artists.

2.    Bandia Reserve (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4r8-tVCxxPE)
During our first training seminar in Mbour, we had the privilege to get a glimpse of what Senegal looked like in past centuries. Bandia, a National Reserve Park, was a great time for the Senegal cohort. We were able to see some African wildlife as well as catch up after being apart after 6 weeks.

3.    Smiles of Joal (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-xEenlM2hkQ&feature=youtu.be)
The buzz word, “Africa” normally comes with the mental images of poverty, depression, and thatch huts out in the bush. Although these images of “Africa” are existent, it’s not the full picture. In this video, I wanted to show a happier side of the people in Senegal—being human, smiling, and having a good time.

4.    Touba (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AhfxKler3rg&feature=youtu.be)
So you may be asking yourself, what is Touba? Watch this video and see as I describe the Islamic pilgrimage that many Muslims take in Senegal every New Year.

 

Barker Carlock

About Barker Carlock


Barker attended Highland Park High School where he was an AP Scholar with Distinction, a member of the National Society of High School Scholars, and recipient of the Outstanding Advanced Placement English Award. He participated as a starting Varsity football player and was named to 2nd Team All-District as an Offensive Lineman and tight end. He served as Executive Officer of Student Council and Vice President of Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He served as an officer of Children's Medical Center Junior Leadership Board and would like to pursue international medicine.

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