VISION:
We envision a sustainable intergenerational multi-voiced community around ‘Africa and Textiles’ and to support designers, artists, and craftspeople of African descent to take their rightful place on the world stage.
MISSION:
Weave highlights both traditional and contemporary African fashion, textile design and textile craft, which often do not get media attention, publicity or recognition in society.
The art of designing, weaving, printing and embroidering African textiles goes back to ancient times and continues today and has an underlying social, cultural, and historical significance. Yet in the diaspora, the next generation is often unaware of the wealth and richness of their cultural heritage, and in public discourse, stereotypes are prevalent.
Weaves aims to empower creatives, connect the network, and build synergies to counter the challenges and inequities faced by People of African descent, sharing knowledge with each other and tapping into the wisdom of elders and the idealism of youth.
Through collaborative actions, Weave operates at the intersection of research, community, and education, serving as a powerful advocate for change and transformation. Weave believes in sustainable and ethical practices across the textile supply chain from farm to closet, from ateliers to shops, from media to cultural centres, and from a global perspective to a local one.
Weave works by organizing inspiring activities such as:
- exhibitions
- events
- artistic projects
- art residencies,
- participative talks
- workshops
- educational initiatives
Through Weave actions, the accomplishments of artists, designers, and craftspeople of African Descent across time and space is showcased. By forming communities, connecting individuals and organizations, the aim is to break stereotypes through transformative cultural, social, ethical, and ecological practices.
Be Weave.
If you have an interesting project or activities, the Weave network are open to connect and form new synergies. Contact through the form via the link below.
WEAVE is supported and funded by EQUAL.BE