Hangout with APVA

By using a creative viewpoint, APVA commemorates Africa Day on May 25, 2023 through it's maiden edition, dedicated to audio creatives.

Utukufu presents an incredible opportunity to lead impact-driven conversations, strengthen the audio-creative sector, and have a fantastic relationship with host communities like ours, which will foster connections between youths across Africa and the world at large.

Thought leaders, activists, campaigners, podcasters, and spoken word artists are a few examples of creative individuals and entities who push the envelope, challenging stereotypes and reimagining the African narrative for audiences around the world.

APVA aspires to elevate African voices, highlight the admirable inventive efforts of its youth, and motivate us to own and be united in our accomplishments and challenges through the most exciting, educational, and engaging dialogues about Africa.

The Utukufu initiative has achieved a significant milestone in promoting African poetry, fostering cultural exchange, and nurturing the next generation of literary talents by providing a platform that embraces and celebrates the diverse voices of African audio creatives.

This collective action and engagement reflect the resounding success of the Utukufu contest, setting the stage for a bright future of African poetry appreciation and creativity.

Visit https://utukufu.apva.africa/ to learn more

Find the winners of the poetry contest here: https://utukufu.apva.africa/winners/

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Meet the awe-mazing Stephanie Anene, a multi-talented, self-taught professional voice-over artist, TV presenter, scriptwriter, and content creator residing in Lagos, Nigeria who Offers voiceovers in British, American, Indian, Nigerian, and black American accents.

Stephanie shares insights on growth and creativity as a voice-over artist.

Our stories are rarely told - and all too often they are by people with very little knowledge of what happens within this ecosystem.

The purpose of APVA is to create a space for the African audio-creative to be heard and for us to be able to tell our own stories.

We hope that this session will help to spark conversations in our communities and encourage us to share our own narratives, amplify our voices and celebrate our achievements.

Did you know there's an incredible storytelling tool at your fingertips that remains largely untapped?

In today's digital landscape, podcasts have emerged as a popular and influential medium for storytelling. Unfortunately, many nonprofits are missing out on this incredible opportunity or simply don't know where to begin.

It's time to discover the power of podcasting and why your organization needs to jump on board.

In this captivating session, Bidemi unveils the secrets to crafting compelling narratives that resonate with your audience, while exploring the unique opportunities podcasting presents for nonprofits. Learn how to connect with your community, raise awareness about your cause, and inspire action through the captivating medium of podcasting.

This event will explore how technology has changed the voiceover industry and the opportunities and challenges it presents for voiceover artists. It will cover topics such as the use of automation and AI in voiceover production, the rise of digital platforms for finding and booking voiceover work, and the impact of remote recording on the industry.

Attendees will better understand the various technological advancements that have shaped the voiceover industry and how they can adapt to these changes to stay competitive. They will also learn about the pros and cons of working with these technologies and how to leverage them to their advantage.

Additionally, the event will also provide an outlook on the future of the industry and what can be expected in terms of technological advancements.