The expanded programme created a space for artists to strengthen their practice, connect across disciplines and consider their role within their communities and the wider creative ecosystem.
The training equipped participants with practical tools and perspectives for strengthening their individual practices, collectives and organisations, and the communities they engage with. Sessions explored community engagement, storytelling, collaboration and sustainable project development, while encouraging artists to think beyond personal expression and consider the social relevance and impact of their work.
The scope of artistic practice was also broadened to reflect the diversity of the creative ecosystem, bringing together visual artists, musicians, filmmakers, storytellers, producers, writers, dancers, actors and DJs.
Peer learning was central to the programme, allowing participants to share experiences, develop creative connections and explore possibilities for collaboration across disciplines and communities.
By connecting practitioners from Turkana, Samburu and Marsabit, the programme contributes to stronger relationships and a more connected creative community across Northern Kenya, while supporting artists to develop practices that are both creatively meaningful and responsive to their communities.
