OUR MISSION
Founded in 2024, the Saint John Neumann Foundation seeks to preserve, honor, and promote the Black Catholic experience in the Diocese of Richmond.
ABOUT OUR LOGO
The meaning and philosophical significance of Sankofa
Sankofa is an Adinkra symbol that embodies the spirit and attitude of reverence for the past, reverence for one’s forebears, reverence for one’s history, and reverence for one’s elders.
The Sankofa has become a totem for many Africans in the diaspora as they explore and seek connections to their roots. It behooves us to sift the wheat from the chaff and draw the useful lessons for the present age. That is the point of Sankofa: we should not forget our roots for its tendency is to feature inexorably in every aspect of our lives.
ABOUT OUR COLORS
- Black: Represents the resilient people whose existence as a nation is honored and affirmed by the existence of a flag.
- Red: Symbolizes the blood of innocent Black lives that have been shed throughout history.
- Yellow: Stands for optimism, justice and equality for everyone.
- Green: Symbolizes Africa’s rich greenery and other natural resources.