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Nkechi Taifa

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Nkechi Taifa.

An attorney, activist, author, scholar, entrepreneur and motivational speaker, Nkechi Taifa has a rich history specializing in the advancement of projects which enrich the legal, educational, cultural and financial health of the community.

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Go to Reparation Education Project website

Go to Black Power, Black Lawyer Website

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Nkechi Taifa is the published author of several books for youth, Shining Legacy, The Adventures of Kojo and Ama, and Three Tales of Wisdom.

These books are treasured classics, written over 30 years ago, and still very relevant today.

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Celebrity Chef Jeff speaks at National Conference of Returning Citizens

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Celebrity Chef Jeff speaks at National Conference of Returning Citizens

NKECHI'S EarthDay Tribute to DOCTAH KOKAYI

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NKECHI'S EarthDay Tribute to DOCTAH KOKAYI

Reparation Information Thought Series - Staying Strong During Political Turmoil

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Reparation Information Thought Series - Staying Strong During Political Turmoil

2 23 25 Hon Marcus Garvey Tribute

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2 23 25 Hon Marcus Garvey Tribute

Nkechi Taifa Statement morning of Pres Biden's announcement of Garvey pardon and drug war clemencies

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Nkechi Taifa Statement morning of Pres Biden's announcement of Garvey pardon and drug war clemencies

Taifa's Interview on the Historic Garvey Posthumous Pardon

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Taifa's Interview on the Historic Garvey Posthumous Pardon

REPARATIONS: From Concept to Reality! 2025

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REPARATIONS: From Concept to Reality! 2025

12-31-2024 - Nkechi's Earth Day, Kwanzaa, NewYear Eve, House Party!

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12-31-2024 - Nkechi's Earth Day, Kwanzaa, NewYear Eve, House Party!

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REPARATIONS: An Issue Whose Time Has Come | Nkechi Taifa | TEDxUStreetWomen

REPARATIONS: An Issue Whose Time Has Come | Nkechi Taifa | TEDxUStreetWomen

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BOOKS FOR
CHILDREN

Master Storyteller Nkechi Taifa resurrects and re-publishes her popular books for young people from over three decades ago as she brings her timeless wisdom for new generations to enjoy.

Taifa Trilogy of Tales

BOOKS

Shining Legacy

Shining Legacy celebrates the past through epic, ballad, legend and saga, all accentuated with rhyme. Role models range from Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks, Fannie Lou Hamer, and Sojourner Truth – to Malcolm X, Denmark Vesey, Toussaint L’Ovuerture, Paul Robeson, and Marcus Garvey.

The Adventures of Kojo and Ama

Journey with Kojo and Ama through seven adventures combining excitement, fun and suspense with lessons in pride and heritage. The children’s heroic black cat Sheba brings them good luck as they find themselves in settings ranging from an inner city park to the deep South, and from the island of Jamaica to ancient Egypt.

Three Tales of Wisdom

Anansi’s magic helps Ayanna get to the Harvest Festival, despite the fact that her two sisters fail to follow the Seven Principles of the value system...

A young brother growing up in New York City learns the story of the mighty Marcus Garvey...

Jabari finds wisdom through his encounters with spiders, lions, warriors, elephants, cockroaches, camels and birds...

Shining Legacy

Shining Legacy celebrates the past through epic, ballad, legend and saga, all accentuated with rhyme. Role models range from Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks, Fannie Lou Hamer, and Sojourner Truth – to Malcolm X, Denmark Vesey, Toussaint L’Ovuerture, Paul Robeson, and Marcus Garvey.

The Adventures of Kojo and Ama

Journey with Kojo and Ama through seven adventures combining excitement, fun and suspense with lessons in pride and heritage. The children’s heroic black cat Sheba brings them good luck as they find themselves in settings ranging from an inner city park to the deep South, and from the island of Jamaica to ancient Egypt.

Three Tales of Wisdom

Anansi’s magic helps Ayanna get to the Harvest Festival, despite the fact that her two sisters fail to follow the Seven Principles of the value system...

A young brother growing up in New York City learns the story of the mighty Marcus Garvey...

Jabari finds wisdom through his encounters with spiders, lions, warriors, elephants, cockroaches, camels and birds...

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Reparations RoundUp News

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Reparations RoundUp News

REPARATIONS: From Concept to Reality! 2025

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REPARATIONS: From Concept to Reality! 2025

Reparations Town Hall on Martha's Vineyard!

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Reparations Town Hall on Martha's Vineyard!

Audio to Taifa's article on Katt Williams' Reparations Commentary

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Audio to Taifa's article on Katt Williams' Reparations Commentary

Taifa's Statement before the 3rd Session of the UN Permanent Forum on People of African Descent,

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Taifa's Statement before the 3rd Session of the UN Permanent Forum on People of African Descent,

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What people are saying about Nkechi Taifa...

“PRINCIPLED"

"From the principled defense of political prisoners to demands for reparations, we witness the critical and often exciting trajectory of a lawyer whose work clearly moves us toward radical futures."

ANGELA DAVIS

“BRILLIANT &
EXTRAORDINARY"

“Nkechi Taifa is a brilliant lawyer and an extraordinary champion for justice, reparations and human rights.”

DANNY GLOVER

“TRUE
GARVEYITE”

“Nkechi Taifa has been on a Quest for Justice for African people all of her life. We have worked intimately together in the legal work around our request to the Obama Administration for a posthumous pardon for my father, Marcus Garvey. The highest accolade I can give to Nkechi, is that she is a true Garveyite.”

JULIUS GARVEY

“RARE
ABILITY"

"Taifa is blessed with the rare ability to connect with leaders and constituencies from a broad range of circles, from community-based, grassroots organizations, to the halls of Congress to the White House in pursuit of a righteous cause."

RON DANIELS

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