- Increasing visibility and representation of women in animation.
- Providing mentorship and career opportunities for young female animators.
- Bridging the knowledge and skills gap in Africa’s animation industry.
- Creating a strong network of industry professionals and stakeholders.
AFROWIA
Inspiring Creating Empowering
About Afro-Wia
Our Mission
To empower women in animation by providing opportunities, mentorship, and a safe space for growth, collaboration, and innovation.
Our Vision
To create thriving ecosystem where women in animation are equally represented, celebrated and empowered to tell authentic african that resonate globally.
OUR VALUES
AFROWIA is committed to:
Problems We Are Solving
Despite the growth of Africa’s animation industry, women
remain underrepresented. AWIA aims to address:
Gender Disparity – Women comprise a small percentage of African industry professionals.
Limited Access to Opportunities – Many talented female animators struggle to access global platforms.
Knowledge Gaps – Lack of structured raining and mentorship in the African animation space.
Funding & Investment – Limited resources for female-led animation projects
Networking & Collaboration – A need for stronger industry connections to scale talent and businesses.