There are gifts, and then there are Gifts of Greatness. The WOSSO Fellowship scarf? Oh, that was the latter. A masterpiece. A creation so powerful it could boost confidence levels to "I-own-shares-in-this-place" status.
It all started on the very first day of our WOSSO program at the Gender Links Cottages. Constance, our phenomenal WOSSO sister from Ghana, unveiled her handmade scarves, each one woven with love, power, and perhaps a sprinkle of ancestral presence.
She handed one to each of us, and let me tell you, I was not ready!
The little kid in me that I didn’t even know was still lurking inside screamed with pure joy. I mean, I love gifts and I hardly get any yazi, but this? This was something else. As soon as I wrapped it around me, I felt elevated. Transformed. Like I had just unlocked a new level in my WOSSO Fellowship journey.
And then I saw the pictures. My WOSSO sisters and I, draped in matching scarves, exuding elegance, power, and unshakable confidence. It was too much. The scarf wasn't just a piece of fabric—it was an energy. A whole mood. A statement.
Over the coming days, I wore that scarf with pride, joy, and a little bit of extra sass. It gave attitude! I strutted around like I was about to sign billion-dollar deals. I walked into rooms like royalty. Could it be that I had some Ghanaian ancestors who decided to awaken in me for that entire week? Because honestly, I felt like a Ghanaian goddess!
And let’s talk about how I found myself enjoy wearing it in a certain way: draped over my shoulder like a true powerhouse. But let’s not forget the beauty of the scarf itself—handmade in the beautiful town of Bonwire, Ghana, the origin of kente-weaving.
The raw 'kente sashes' were crafted with care, and then customised by Pax Eminence GH, an embroidery company owned by Ohenewaa and her husband. They added the final touch of brilliance. Talk about young, powerful and amazing young talent and experience.
Woven in the rich and vibrant Ghanaian colors, The bold red symbolizes the blood and resilience of those who fought for liberation, the gold represents the wealth and resources of the land, while the green signifies the lush forests and rich agricultural heritage of Ghana. A reminder of the unity and strength of the African people.
This wasn’t just a scarf—it was history, pride, and power stitched into fabric. No matter how each of us chose to wear it, the scarf symbolized something greater—a shared journey, a bond of sisterhood, and the strength of our advocacy.
The way it blended with the WOSSO colors? Perfection.
So, to Constance, the genius, the legend, the queen of all things elegant and meaningful—thank you! Thank you for this magical, attitude-giving, confidence-boosting, power-infused scarf. You, my sister, are AWESOME.
Long live the WOSSO scarf! Long live the spirit of sisterhood!
And long may we continue to strut through life like we own shares in the world!
Ooh Happy Reading Bangani!
