Women in the Arts, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women in creative fields through mentorship, networking, and community-building initiatives, is proud to announce the winners of its 2024 grants for emerging female creators. Founded by Brenda Uphopho , Women in the Arts is committed to bridging gender gaps in the creative sector, providing women with resources and support to elevate their voices and make meaningful contributions to arts and culture. Each selected grant winner will receive ₦500,000 to support the production of an original performance, which will be showcased at the Lagos Fringe Festival.
This year’s grant recipients are: Belinda Yanga Erioluwa Popoola Bunmi Awolowo Lucia Ifechukwude Ikediashi & Omotola Coker Ibeh Grant Process and Support Doyenne Circle, Paws Studios, and Temple Productions NG supported the 2024 Women in the Arts grant program. Open to women aged 18-35 with a commitment to performance art and social change, the grant received around 100 entries. Submissions were evaluated by a distinguished panel of judges; Ego Boyo, Wana Udobang and Uju Dubas-Agbasi.
Proposals were assessed on artistic merit, innovation, alignment with project goals, potential impact, the artist’s experience, and budget. Upcoming Workshop and Luncheon: “Girls Just Wanna Have Fundzzzz” In addition to the grant program, Women in the Arts is hosting a workshop and luncheon on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at Freedom Park, Lagos Island. Themed “Girls.
