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The artwork applied to these Round Hill Pottery Collective Square Plates depicts town life in Nigeria where artist Fidelis D’Adoro lives. The artwork was brought to us by Sue Perkins, the Director of Missions of the Leah Foundation, which is the beneficiary of the proceeds from the sale of these marvelous plates.
Sue says, “The Leah Foundation is excited to announce a remarkable collaboration with talented local artists to present unique glimpses of Nigeria’s vibrant and beautiful culture. These special, artist-designed plates not only showcase the rich heritage and artistic traditions of our nation but also serve a greater purpose”. Terrorism and persecution have claimed hundreds of thousands of lives and devastated countless communities. Women and girls have suffered enslavement, sexual violence, and other severe human rights abuses. The Leah Foundation exists to advocate for and support women and girls facing persecution and adversity. Leah Sharibu, a 14 year old girl was taken captive by Boko Haram terrorists on February 19, 2018. Despite being held captive for more than 7 years, Leah remains a symbol of hope and courage in the face of adversity. Her story is a powerful reminder of the importance of advocating for the release of girls and women affected by captivity.
Fildelus D’Adoro never finished his proper education because he was deemed not fit for school. Now using his painting talent to support himself and his family, he encourages young boys in his village to follow their God-given talent to become the men God made them to become. He has also started a program in his village to educate young children.