Intro to Vodun

This four-part series focuses on revealing the elements of our hidden potential in order to become whole, according to the teachings of Vodun spirituality. We start by balancing our understanding of Fa and the pantheon of Vodun spirits. Then, we will explore the various branches of Vodun, as well as different aspects of Vodun devotion and priesthood.

ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Richard Gerard Agbayanou

I was born and raised in Benin Republic. I received my Maîtrise in English Didactics at the University of Abomey Calavi (Benin Republic). I speak and write French, English and Fongbé. As an educator, I have worked in several settings.I worked as an English teacher in Benin secondary and high schools for over 8 years. I work with an African-American Pan-African group known as Resplendence Language Arts where I am both Fongbé and French instructor. We partner as Sankofa Homeschool where I teach French and Danxome history (Danxome is the former name of Benin Republic).

In 2015, I founded a Saturday School in Ouidah City. It is named« le Sens de l’Elite Africaine » ; which means a crucible where we develop in the youth the values that the African leaders of tomorrow need to embody. In addition to language, SEA trains the youth of my community tin computing, artifacts, etc. promote English language through SEA English club and get the youth trained in writing and speaking better Fongbé, the most widely spoken dialect in Benin Republic.

I have also served as the Executive Director of Titigweti English Club (TEC) in 2011. TEC is the biggest English club in Benin Republic and is located on the campus of Abomey Calavi. I headed of Debate and Discussion section of the club in 2010 before being appointed Executive Director.