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.
Ghana Modern Traditional Weavers Association
NAME
Modern Traditional Weavers Association (MTWA)
YEAR OF ESTABLISHMENTJanuary 1990
MEMBERSHIP500 Members
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
Jane Kanye
Jane Kanye
Vice President
Paula Kanbaye
Paula Kanbaye
Organiser
Euphemia Saazie
Euphemia Saazie
Secretary
Mary Magadalene
Mary Magadalene
Vice Secretary
Solomon Yendau
Solomon Yendau
Treasurer
Ernestina Yahaya
Ernestina Yahaya
Goals
To support members in times of bereavement
To help those who have not been to school to develop themselves and their talents in weaving.
Mission/Values
To help members to acquire credit/loans for business.