Weaving Collectives


The collectives of weavers and clay potters from Nadowli and Nambeg worked with Kofi Setordji in 'unpacking' their knowledge of the traditional artistic practice. Through several iterations of learning and unlearning have evolved many delightful creations and products.

The collectives are:


Ghana Modern Traditional Weavers Association
Modern Traditional Weavers Association
Tietaa Weavers Association

Ghana Modern Tradional Weavers Association



Name
Year of Establishment
Membership

Modern Traditional Weavers Association (MTWA)

January 1990

500 Members



Description
Founded in January 1990, the Modern Traditional Weavers Association (MTWA) is an association of weavers in the Wa Municipality. It has a membership of 500 weavers.

The Association is guided by a constitution. The constitution spells out the various roles of the members and the leadership. It also spells out dues payments and contributions that are to be made.


Leadership

President
Vice President
Organiser
Secretary
Vice Secretary
Treasurer

Jane Kanye
Paula Kanbaye
Euphemia Saazie
Mary Magadalene
Solomon Yendau
Ernestina Yahaya



Goals
Mission/Values
To support members in times of bereavement

To help those who have not been to school to develop themselves and their talents in weaving.
To help members to acquire credit/loans for business.

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