N’Ko Institute of America is a non-profit organization based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America.

The objectives is not introduce  all English speakers to the N’Ko Language and writing system, but also to give the English speaking Mandens the opportunity to learn, read and write their own language, and consequently give both a greater understanding of their culture.  The second is to give other English speakers, N’Ko students and teachers around the world, the opportunity to explore and learn N’Ko, in order to gain greater understanding of both, Manden speakers, and their culture Historically, college and universities campuses around the world offer Manden studies. The study of the N’Ko writing system, however, is just beginning. This book is an illustrated approach to the N’Ko alphabet that would provide an important tools for educators in Africa, as well as other parts of the world.