The African Ancestry Family Reunion: Reflections from Ghana

We’re back! Our inaugural Africa Ancestry Family Reunion trip to Ghana was a success! A few of our travelers joined us to share their reflections on this unprecedented trip.

"This was a trip of a lifetime!" - Pamela Jones

"I am an Akan & Ashanti from Ghana, raised in America." - Aroll Jones

7:00 Introducing our African Ancestry Ghana Family Reunion Fam!

12:30 The impact of getting your actual ethnic group - not just a bunch of percentages.

14:46 Why this African Ancestry family member went on the African Ancestry Family Reunion trip to Ghana though it was not the country where she traced her DNA.

16:45 Family member, Aroll Jones, shares how his vision of visiting Kumasi was a dream come true.

24:00 Ayotunde shares how going thru the dungeons, invoking the ancestors brought out such emotions and tears while visiting the Door of Return.

27:30 Why Reggie Keys felt a sense of healing while touring the Cape Coast Dungeon.

29:28 Why Aroll Jones believes the powerful rains proved the ancestors were pleased with their return.

32:54 Our travelers reflect on their historic naming ceremony by African Ancestry's own, newly enstooled chief, Diallo Sumbry aka Nana One - and why the Black American experience and acceptance is just as important to the connection story.

53:05 Why you should consider an African Ancestry Family Reunion Trip.

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