We visited the West African Resource Center (WARC). Anyone who is researching this part of the world is welcome to use their resources. They have a library with 3 computers and the internet available for them to use. They also host conferences, speakers, and other related events. Their goal is to promote research on West Africa and facilitate exchanges among West African scholars and their counterparts in the U.S. It is the only place in Senegal that provides online access to international scholarly journals.
I learned on this visit that Senegal does not have public libraries. Think about that and how it would impact your life. They do not have the easy access to books and other information that we so often take for granted and may not even consider. WARC provides an opportunity for learning, community, and growth.
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