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  • 3rd Nov,2023

  • 09:30 – 09:45
    Welcome speeches / Tone setting by Bada and Busola.

  • 09:45 – 10:45
    Panel Session 1: AI in Music Distribution and Rights Management.

  • 10:45 – 12:15
    Sony Music International Creative Fund for Africa Session – Keynote and Panel Session.

  • 12:30 – 13:15
    First stage of the Take Back The Mic (TBTM) Hip Hop Music Pitch.

  • 13:15 – 13:45
    Lunch Break

  • 13:45 – 14:45
    Panel Session 2: Digital Platforms and Streaming.

  • 14:45 – 15:30
    Workshop: African Artists Collaborating with International Artists – The Globalization of African Music.

  • 15:30 – 16:15
    First stage of the Take Back The Mic (TBTM) Hip Hop Music Pitch

  • 16:15 – 17:15
    Panel Session 3: The Future of African Music Globalization.

  • 4th Nov, 2023

  • 10:00 – 11:00
    Registration

  • 11:20 – 11:50
    Panel Discussion 1 – Sustainability and the African Culture

  • 11:50 – 12:20
    Fashion Presentation 1

  • 12:20 – 12:50
    Panel Discussion 2 – Craft, creativity and the fashion ecosystem in Africa

  • 12:50 – 13:20
    Fashion Presentation 2

  • 13:20 – 13:50
    Break

  • 13:50 – 14:10
    Keynote Address

  • 14:10 – 14:40
    Panel Discussion 3 – The Business of fashion in Africa

  • 14:40 – 15:10
    Fashion Presentation 3

  • 15:10 – 15:40
    Panel Discussion 4 – The African Bridal & Bespoke industry

  • 15:40 – 16:10
    Presentation 4

  • 16:10 – 16:30
    Break

  • 16:30 – 17:00
    Keynote Address

  • 17:00 – 17:30
    Panel Discussion 5 – The media and the future of media

  • 18:00 – 18:30
    Panel Discussion 6 – The Fashion Ecosystem in Africa

  • 18:30 – 18:00
    Fashion Presentation 6

  • 4th Nov, 2023 – ART EXHIBITION

  • 11:00 – 15:00
    Art by Deji Ogunnibi

  • 4th Nov, 2023 – CREATIVE WOMEN

  • 10:00 – 12:00
    Navigating the Creative Career Labyrinth: Strategies for Success

  • 12:00 – 13:00
    The Intersection of Art and Activism: Using Creativity for Change Explore how women in the creative industry use their skills to advocate for social and political change.

  • 13:00 – 14:00
    AGOA Training for AWE Women in Fashion

  • 6th Nov,2023

  • 10:00 – 10:10
    Keynote

    Intellectual Property Enforcement as a tool for sustainable development in the Nigeria Creative Sector

  • 10:10 – 10:20
    Keynote

    Navigating the IP Landscape for Researchers: How researchers can protect their inventions and creations. The role of universities and research institutions in assisting researchers with IP matters.

  • 10:30 – 10:50
    Break and refreshments

  • 10:50 – 11:45
    Panel Session

    Cross-Border IP Enforcement: Challenges and solutions related to enforcing IP rights across international borders, including harmonization efforts and global treaties.

  • 11:45 – 13:00
    Panel Session

    Enforcing IP Rights in Emerging Markets: Explore the challenges and opportunities in enforcing IP rights in emerging economies, considering cultural, legal, and economic factors.

  • 15:00 – 15:10
    Presentation from each industry and conclusion

  • 15:10 – 15:20
    Refreshments with all participants

  • 7th Nov, 2023

  • 10:00 – 11:00
    Dance Boss Masterclass

    How to BLOW as a dancer: identifying, exploring and strategies for building a famous brand.

  • 11:00 – 12:00
    Panel Session

    DICE: DANCE and SOCIAL MEDIA “The good,bad and ugly”: These sessions aim to foster discussions on the pros and cons of social media in relation to the dance industry. Participants will explore how social media has revolutionized the way dance is shared and promoted, while also examining the potential negative effects such as increased competition and pressure. The conversations will delve into strategies for leveraging social media effectively and responsibly while maintaining a healthy relationship with technology and prioritizing mental well-being.

  • 12:00 – 13:00
    Panel Session

    Prioritizing Mental Health and Well-being in the Dance Industry: Nurturing a Sustainable and Supportive Environment: The panel discussion will focus on the critical issue of mental health and well-being within the dance industry. It will address the prevalence of mental health issues that often lead to harmful behaviors such as suicidal tendencies and substance abuse among dancers. The panel will aim to explore effective strategies and initiatives to create a supportive and nurturing environment that prioritizes dancers’ well-being

  • 13.30 – 15:00
    Dance Workshop

    * The art of commercial choreography

    * Performance Energy management

  • Dance competition
    15:15 – 16:00