Kër Thiossane
Ker Thiossane is a cultural center and digital arts organization based in Dakar, Senegal. Founded in 2002, it focuses on promoting artistic creation and digital culture while supporting the intersection of technology and community development. The organization offers residencies, workshops, and events that encourage collaboration between artists, technologists, and local communities. Ker Thiossane also works on projects related to civic engagement, social innovation, and sustainability through the arts. It serves as a hub for creative experimentation and cultural exchange.
City
Dakar
Country
Senegal
Region
Africa
Year of Creation
2002
Featured Project
Valise Pédagogique
The Valise Pédagogique project, launched by Kër Thiossane in 2010, is an open-source pedagogical toolkit designed to facilitate the creation of digital artworks and interaction design. Developed in collaboration with Rose des Vents Numérique and Mobile A2K, the project aims to provide accessible educational resources that foster digital creativity. The toolkit is intended to be used by local communities, educators, and artists to encourage digital literacy, creativity, and collaboration, making digital art and interaction design more accessible in Dakar and beyond.
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