The Minister of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to supporting programs and initiatives aimed at empowering women through creative skills acquisition.
The minister made this commitment during a courtesy visit by personnel from Terra Culture Academy for Arts and the Business Day Media Foundation in Abuja.
Expressing the significance of the creative industry as a key driver for addressing youth unemployment and promoting women’s empowerment, Minister Hannatu Musawa emphasized the ministry’s passion for advancing the sector. She commended the visiting groups for their initiatives, particularly the Women Creative Summit scheduled to take place later in the year.
Minister Musawa stated, “I am very passionate about gender mainstreaming across the nexus of the creative economy. The ministry values and supports such initiatives as the Creative Economy Summit, which highlights the dynamic intersection of business and creativity. We appreciate the opportunity to leverage the forum to sensitise the public about the strategic initiatives and policy direction of the ministry.”
The minister highlighted the government’s commitment to exploring collaborations and avenues to boost the capacity of emerging talents, especially women, within the creative industry. She acknowledged the importance of programs like the Women Creative Summit in promoting the creative economy and recognizing the diverse contributions of women in the sector.
Imal Silva, the Project Coordinator of the 2024 Women Creatives Summit, conveyed the organizers’ request for the ministry’s approval, collaboration, and support for the successful hosting of the event. Scheduled for June in Abuja, the summit aims to explore the multifaceted nature of creativity among women, shedding light on their innovative approaches, challenges, and successes.
Silva emphasized that the summit would foster the exchange of ideas, promote skill-sharing, and create a supportive network for women across various artistic domains. The minister’s commitment underscores the government’s dedication to promoting gender inclusivity and empowering women in the creative industry.
