Arts & Culture
At Yemi Isiba Foundation, we believe that our stories, our traditions, and our creativity are the soul of our people. Through our Arts and Culture Program, we celebrate, preserve, and breathe new life into the rich heritage of the Yorubas — especially the vibrant Awori communities.
We are committed to ensuring that our language, festivals, arts, and ancestral wisdom are not just remembered, but proudly lived and passed on to future generations.
Our Arts & Culture Initiatives
1. Arts and Craft Programs
We nurture talents in performing arts, visual arts, sculpture, music, photography, and craftsmanship, creating spaces where creativity flourishes and identities are honored.
2. Awori Language Day
Language carries the heartbeat of a people. We organize storytelling sessions, debates, plays, and folklore events to promote the speaking and writing of the Awori dialect with pride and passion.
3. Workshops and Camps
Our workshops offer hands-on experiences in dance, drama, painting, and traditional art forms — encouraging young and old alike to reconnect with their roots in a joyful, creative environment.
4. Cultural Shows
We host cultural showcases locally and internationally, shining a spotlight on Awori and Yoruba traditions for the world to see, respect, and celebrate.
5. Scholarship for Arts and Culture
To ensure continuity, we provide scholarships to gifted individuals who want to study and contribute to preserving and evolving our arts and cultural heritage.
Why Arts and Culture Matter
Preserving Identity: Our heritage tells us who we are. By celebrating it, we preserve our collective identity.
Building Pride: Embracing our culture builds pride in young people and deepens their sense of belonging.
Connecting Generations: Arts and storytelling bridge the gap between generations, keeping wisdom alive.
Art is not just a hobby; it’s a lifeline to our past and a beacon for our future. Through every drumbeat, every dance step, and every word spoken in Awori, we tell the world: we are here, we are proud, and we endure.
How You Can Support
Sponsor a Workshop: Help us teach traditional arts to the next generation.
Support Language Preservation: Be a part of keeping the Awori language alive and thriving.
Fund Cultural Festivals: Celebrate with us as we showcase the beauty of our people to the world.
Together, we can protect our stories, honor our ancestors, and inspire generations to come.
- Leadership Programs
- Technology Awards for Innovations
- Scholarship Program
- Scholarship for secondary, undergraduate and graduate students
- Essay Competition