The focus of the Roots of Knowledge Empowerment Institute (ROKEI) is to address critical educational gaps that exist in many schools that keep students from fully understanding their ethnic heritage. Immersing students in Pan-African curriculum will enable them to understand how interconnected we all are and will equip students to fully participate in a global society. In addition ROKEI will promote health and wellness by providing workshops and clinics in lifetime sports in an energy-filled supportive environment.