Sokoto House

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A Marketplace of
Human Excellence

Sokoto means "market place" and has its social, political, and spiritual roots linked to one of the major 18-19th century precolonial African Islamic empires of West Africa, from where many people of African descent in the Americas originated due to the European trans-Atlantic slave trade.
Sokoto House is a community center that aims to build community cohesion and collective efficacy.

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Upcoming Events

Sokoto House and the lowercase leaders will host another Completely Free Community Market on June 14 and 15.

Drop off any donated goods at Sokoto House on Friday, June 13 between 5 and 8pm.

Mindful movement and art workshop is being offered at Sokoto House on Tuesday, June 17, free to our community kids by Haji P (artist and educator) and Rachael Kinsley (owner of Crafted Outpost).

The Fashion Show returns to the Arboretum this summer! Tickets can be purchased at eventbrite.com.

Limited seating upon request. Lawnchairs and picnic blankets encouraged. All proceeds go to Youth Empowerment Solutions at Sokoto House.

Gates open at 5:30 PM. Show begins at 6:15 PM.

Sokoto House and the lowercase leaders will host another Completely Free Community Market on September 20 and 21.

Drop off any donated goods at Sokoto House on Friday, September 19 between 5 and 8pm. This market is focused on needs of students returning to school, so any school supply donations are greatly appreciated!

Sokoto House and the lowercase leaders will host another Completely Free Community Market on December 20 and 21.

Drop off any donated goods at Sokoto House on Friday, December 19 between 5 and 8pm.

Sokoto House's celebrated their 5th year of building community cohesion and collective efficacy (and 7 years since its founding)! A very special thanks to all those who have supported our efforts with their resources, time, and hearts.

Pathway Home 2, a DoL partnership with CFCC, and LINC hosted a Spring resource fair at Sokoto House. It featured a wide range of activities, a DJ, giveaways, food, and presentations specific for individuals impacted by the justice system.

Sokoto House hosted a Community Health Worker-Violence Prevention Professional (CHW-VPP) Graduation on Tuesday, March 18 at 2:00PM at 1213 Dawson St.

Sokoto House and the lowercase leaders hosted another Completely Free Community Market on March 15 and 16.

H.O.P.E. held a Friday fish fry at Sokoto House. Plates were $10 and included 2 sides and cornbread. All proceeds will benefit H.O.P.E.'s programs.

Regularly Scheduled Programs

Time After Time is a support group organized by NC Rights Initiative for men and women who have been incarcerated.

Family and Community, in association with Quality Life Blueprint, Advance Youth Outreach, H.O.P.E., NC Rights Initiative, and Martial Science Health & Wellness are sponsoring free showers in a mobile unit at Sokoto House on Wednesdays and Thursdays from July through October.

HOPE sponsored family fun day at Sokoto House. Open to everyone and includes food and activities.

Join us in the Sokoto House garden for activities related to plants, medicine and art. Open to all!

Explore dance for fun, fitness, or just the joy of moving! Open to all ages and skill levels.

Head to our QiGong in the Garden page for signup and donation info. A $5 minimum donation per session is requested.

Fitness and spiritual health sessions open to the community, led by 53+ year martial science professor, Master Shihan Mwalimu White Owl.

Sokoto House and Grey Raven Media holds archery instruction and practice sessions free of charge on Saturdays (weather permitting). All equipment is provided.

Contact Kevin if you are interested in participating.

Brenda Galloway and HOPE hosts a support gathering for young mothers from the community. See hope218.org for more information.