Sowei mask: Spirit of Sierra Leone
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Sowei is a mask devil in Sierra Leone that represents the female secret society known as Sandey. It is common among Sierra Leone's two largest ethnic groups: the Mende and the Temne. It is also common among the country’s minority groups, like the Kono, Sherbro, Kissi, etc. The Sowei is used to entertain Sande/Bondo members, particularly those going through the secret society's initiation procedure. It also entertains the public during the holiday season, especially during cultural displays, and
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Sowei is a mask devil in Sierra Leone that represents the female secret society known as Sandey. It is common among Sierra Leone's two largest ethnic groups: the Mende and the Temne. It is also common among the country’s minority groups, like the Kono, Sherbro, Kissi, etc. The Sowei is used to entertain Sande/Bondo members, particularly those going through the secret society's initiation procedure. It also entertains the public during the holiday season, especially during cultural displays, and
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Seeing this mask actually worn in masquerade is so magical 🤩 Sowei is tied to the Sande society, a women led initiation institution where senior women guide girls into adulthood, teaching responsibility, conduct, and community life. Quick note: Sande is complex and has shifted over time and place. Some historical initiation practices associated with it, including forms of cutting, are widely criticised and are being actively challenged by women and activists in the region today. We are absolute
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Seeing this mask actually worn in masquerade is so magical 🤩 Sowei is tied to the Sande society, a women led initiation institution where senior women guide girls into adulthood, teaching responsibility, conduct, and community life. Quick note: Sande is complex and has shifted over time and place. Some historical initiation practices associated with it, including forms of cutting, are widely criticised and are being actively challenged by women and activists in the region today. We are absolute
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