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African Podcasters and Voice Artists Launch “Creators Support Initiative” to Propel Africa’s Audio-Creative Renaissance
[January 24th, 2024]
The Association of African Podcasters and Voice Artists [APVA] proudly unveils its groundbreaking initiative, the “Creators Support Initiative,” aimed at fostering collaboration, empowering voices, and positioning Africa as a global leader in the audio-creative landscape.
Africa, with its rich oral traditions, has a unique and powerful voice that is now finding resonance in the digital era. The Creators Support Initiative is not just a response to this evolution; it is a vital step towards fostering a resilient and thriving audio-creative industry on the continent.
The mission of the Creators Support Initiative is to cultivate a resilient and thriving audio-creative industry in Africa, envisioning a continent where its audio-creative industry is the heartbeat, driving growth, innovation, and collaboration.
Commenting on the initiative, [Bidemi Adedire], founder of APVA, stated, “This isn’t just an initiative; it’s a movement, a collective symphony of voices eager to shape the future. By partnering with APVA, you don’t just lend support; you become part of a transformative journey, harmonizing with the vibrant cadence of Africa.”
The Creators Support Initiative recognizes the pivotal role played by creative hubs, media organizations, and studios in shaping the audio-creative landscape. By partnering with these entities, the initiative aims to establish collaborative hubs, facilitate knowledge and resource exchange, and build a robust network that fosters growth, empowerment, and industry advocacy.
By connecting the dots across Africa, the initiative aims to provide a comprehensive map for its members, guiding them to valuable resources and spaces that resonate with their unique creative journeys.
The Creators Support Initiative isn’t just an initiative; it’s a movement to orchestrate the future of Africa’s audio narrative. Join APVA in this transformative journey and be part of a collective voices shaping the future.
About the Association of African Podcasters and Voice Artists
The Association of African Podcasters and Voice Artists is a community-driven organization that seeks to discover, amplify, and celebrate African voice/audio creatives. We are dedicated to fostering the growth and development of the audio-creative industry in Africa.
Our Objectives:
- Discover Africa’s Unique voices that are telling and retelling the African narrative.
- Amplify the excellent works of African audio creatives via the African Podcast and Voice Awards and other industry-specific events.
- Strengthen the African audio industry by providing home-grown resources that cater to the needs of audio creatives.
- Transform audio skills into viable businesses via the APVA Academy
- Lead conversations with international organizations (prospect partners) and mediate to provide tools and facilities easily accessed by African audio creatives.
- Partner with and support communities and organizations looking to support the African audio industry.
Press Contact:
[Stepheny Itemuagbor]
[Programs and Communications Manager]
[The Association of African Podcasters and Voice Artists]
[events@apva.africa]
