In 2017, ACE began a pilot program, supporting Dominic Raimondo, one of the Lost Boys of the South Sudan, in the return to his home country to help preserve the traditions of his Didinga Tribe. ACE provided training, equipment and travel to make it possible for Dominic to record and catalog his cultural heritage to be deposited with the Didinga people. Supporting Dominic's cultural repatriation efforts is essential for preserving the rich traditions of the Didinga Tribe. Dominic's journey from being one of the Lost Boys of Sudan to actively working on cultural preservation is inspiring. He has spent years sharing his culture and engaging communities in the U.S. by teaching Didinga dance and arts. Recently, he returned to Kakuma Refugee Camp, where he documented traditional music, dances, and oral histories. This work not only honors his heritage but also empowers his community back home. By contributing to this GoFundMe, you can help Dominic return valuable cultural materials to his community and support the creation of a cultural center. This center will be a place for the community to practice and pass on their traditions, ensuring they remain alive for future generations. Your support can make a significant impact. (fb)

Tuna fishing photographed on July 2nd, 1954 by Alan Lomax in Sciacca, Italy. He documented the entire fishing trip from embarkment to processing, along with a great candid of the men singing. (fb)