WEDNESDAY 9 JUNE 2021
10H00 – 10H30 KEYNOTE ADDRESSES AND OPENING REMARKS
- M. Martin Seychell
Deputy Director General, DG International Partnerships, European
- H.E. Mr. Georges Rebelo Pinto Chikoti
Secretary-General, Organisation of ACP States
- H.E. Mr. Mohamed Hamid
Minister of Culture, Tourism and Crafts, Republic of Niger
10H40 – 10H50 PRESENTATION OF THE ACP-EU CULTURE PROGRAMME AND INTRODUCTION TO SUPPORT MECHANISMS
- H.E. Dr. Ibrahim Norbert Richard
Assistant Secretary-General, Department of Political and Human development Affairs, Organisation of ACP States
- Ms Henriette Geiger
Director, Directorate Human development, migration, governance and peace, DG International Partnerships, European Commission
11H00 – 12H00 DIGITAL ACCELERATION: NEW HORIZONS FOR THE CULTURAL AND CREATIVE INDUSTRIES
Digital technologies are undeniably opening up new avenues for the cultural and creative sectors. The whole value chain is affected by the acceleration of digital transformation, also fostered by the global pandemic crisis. Digital technology has multiplied creative languages and opened up new possibilities for the production, dissemination and consumption of culture, but not in an equal way for all. This panel will analyze the challenges and opportunities related to this phenomenon.
Moderator
- Destiny Tchehouali
Professor of International Communication, Université du Québec, Canada
Panelists
- M. Braden Chin
Chief Executive Officer, CHM Group, Papua New Guinea
- Ms. Melisa Achoko Allela Interactive Media Lecturer, Technical University of Kenya Founder of Leso Stories, Kenya
- Dr Aladji Kamagate
Doctor in Physics and Professor-Researcher. École Supérieure Africaine des Techniques de l'Information et de la Communication, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
13H30 – 14H30 GENDER AND CULTURE: DIVERSITY, PARTICIPATION AND LEADERSHIP IN THE CREATIVE INDUSTRIES
The issue of gender equality in the cultural and creative industries remains problematic, despite the increasing attention of public and private bodies, and the efforts of international donors who have made it a guiding principle of their actions. In practice, discrimination on the basis of gender identity and sexual orientation persists in access to training, skilled jobs, equal pay and positions of responsibility. Much work remains to be done to bridge these differences and ensure equal access to career opportunities, entrepreneurship and personal development for all in the cultural and creative sectors.
Moderator
- Dr. Njoki Ngumi
Head of Learning, Development and Research, Heva Fund, Kenya
Panelists:
- Ms. Simone Harris
Founder of 360 ARTISTS and business consultant, Jamaica
- Ms. Katya Aragão
Film director
Commercial and Marketing Director, Tela Digital Media Group, São Tome and Principe
- Ms. Yemisi Mokuolu
CEO, Hatch Ideas, United Kingdom
14H45 – 15H45 UNLOCKING THE POTENTIAL OF CULTURAL AND CREATIVE INDUSTRIES: SUSTAINABLE GROWTH AND DECENT JOBS
The cultural and creative sectors have an undeniable potential for human development, contributing to its economic, social, environmental and cultural dimensions. Their strategic role in achieving sustainable development goals is widely recognized by all international organizations. In many countries, however, these sectors are still based on largely informal systems and fragile regulatory and financial environments. It is necessary to strengthen the cultural and creative ecosystem by increasing the professional capacities of operators and entrepreneurs, by improving the quality of their productions and their recognition on the markets, in order to make culture an engine for sustainable growth, providing stable and qualified jobs.
Moderator
- Ms. Valeria Marcolin
Co-Director of Culture et Développement
Panelists
- Enrico Chiesa
Programme Coordinator, Clap Fonds Francophonie TV5MONDEplus
Organisation internationale de la Francophoni
- Ms. Andrea Dempster Chung
Cofounder and Managing Director, Kingston Creative, Jamaica
- Mr. Moses Turahirwa
Founder and Creative Director, Moshions, Rwanda
16H00 – 16H30 CONCLUSIONS AND CLOSING OF THE DAY
- S.E. Dr. Ibrahim Norbert Richard
HE Mr Diekumpuna Nsadisi Sita José, Ambassador to the Republic of Angola and Coordinator of the National Steering Committee of the 2nd Luanda Biennial
THURSDAY 10 JUNE 2021
11H00 – 12H00 TOWARDS A MORE INCLUSIVE CULTURAL AND CREATIVE INDUSTRY. FROM PRINCIPLES TO REALITY
Culture is of fundamental importance for mutual respect, dignity and human identity. Too often, however, there are still individuals and groups who suffer from discrimination and social or economic exclusion. In this respect, any activity and policy in the cultural and creative sectors must incorporate measures to ensure that gender equality, a human rights-based approach and the fight against inequalities are taken into account. Ensuring full access to and participation in cultural life for all - including by providing an attractive and fulfilling working environment - must be a top priority for all actors in the sector, thus contributing to social inclusion, dialogue and peace.
Moderator
- Ms. Chao Tayiana Maina
Founder, African Digital Heritage, Kenya
Panelists
- Mr. Josh Nyapimbi
Executive Director and Founder, Nhimbe Trust, Zimbabwe
- Ms. Refilwe Nkomo
Director, Visual Arts Network of South Africa
- Mr. Michael Uwedemino
Co-founding Partner and Project Director, CMAP, Nigeria
Visiting Senior Research fellow, King's College London, United Kingdom
13H30 – 14H30 YOUTH AND CULTURAL LITERACY: INVESTING IN THE FUTURE
A culture-based approach to education helps young generations to learn about themselves and others, to challenge cultural norms and stereotypes, to engage in dialogue and contributes to the development of creative, responsible and engaged citizens. It also trains future professionals who can find decent jobs and contribute to the development of more just and inclusive societies.
Moderator
- Mr. Oumar Sall
Founder and Director, Cinekap, Senegal
Panelists
- Dr. Deborah Hickling Gordon
Lecturer, University of the West Indies Expert Member, UNESCO Transcultura Advisory Committee
- Ms. Ayeta Anne Wangusa
Executive Director, Culture and Development East Africa, Tanzania
- Mr. Philippe Dodard
General Director, National School of Arts, Haiti
FRIDAY 18 JUNE 2021
15H - 16H ACP-EU CULTURE PROGRAMME: BUILDING THE RESILIENCE OF THE CULTURAL AND CREATIVE SECTORS IN TIMES OF PANDEMIC
At the end of the webinar, this panel will analyse the transformation processes and good practices aimed at strengthening the resilience of the cultural and creative sectors in times of pandemic. In this regard, the support mechanisms put in place through the ACP-EU Culture Programme can strengthen the sustainability, inclusion and competitiveness of cultural and creative industries in ACP countries.
Moderator
- Dr. Damien Helly
Co-founder, Culture Solutions, Belgium
Intervenants
- Enrico Chiesa
Coordinator for CLAP-ACP fund in support to audiovisual
Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF)
- Ms. Mercedes Giovinazzo
Executive Director, Interarts Foundation, Spain
- M. Edington Hatitye
Director, Music in Africa, South Africa
- Dr. Marielle Barrow Maignan
Cultural and Creative Industries Innovative Fund Coordinator, Caribbean Development Bank, Barbados
16H05 – 16H30 CLOSING CEREMONY
- Ms. Annica Floren
Deputy Head of Unit, Youth, Education and Culture Unit, DG International Partnerships, European Commission
- H.E. Dr. Ibrahim Norbert Richard
Assistant Secretary-General, Department of Political and Human development Affairs, Organisation of ACP States
