Welcome

The Council of the Obsidian Inc. (The Obsidian) is an applied research institution dedicated to regeneration of family and community in the African diaspora. A not for profit, 501(c)(3), corporation The Obsidian is registered in the District of Columbia.  

file photo 1993 Obsidian Retreat

The Obsidian's philosophy promotes inclusiveness through a conceptual framework that directly springs from our collective history. It embraces diversity through a system that is self-defined and self-sustaining.

The Obsidian provides a focal point for individuals and groups of individuals who are committed to the health and well-being of the family. It supports a nurturing environment in which issues can be discussed, ideas can be developed, and models can be employed.

Although based in the United States, The Obsidian works closely with its West African analog, Fondation Tabax Subë – Council of the Obsidian West Africa (FTS). FTS is a Senegal-based Non Governmental Organization (NGO). As “two sides of the same coin” The Obsidian and FTS share a mission of designing, implementing, and refining place-based sustainable development strategies that are culturally based, spiritually directed, and holistically oriented.

Tabax Subë (meaning "to build tomorrow" in Wolof) is also the effort through which these efforts are come to life.