About this Event
The Ikenga Organisation is committed to fostering and empowering individuals entering the design and creative industries, particularly those from the African diaspora and non-traditional backgrounds.
Inspired by the remarkable achievements of creative professionals from the African diaspora, historically and in the present, Ikenga contributes to educational transformation through research, exhibitions, mentoring and collaboration with organizations promoting inclusiveness and diversity.
Join us at Soho House for our April mixer and expect presentations from our special guests:
Queen Ronke Ademiluyi-Ogunwusi, CEO and Founder of Africa Fashion Week London and Africa Fashion Week Nigeria and the Adire Oodua Textile Hub which champions the heritage fabrics of Nigeria, in particular Adire.
Elsie Owusu, OBE is a Ghanaian-British architect and urban designer. She is the principal of Elsie Owusu Architects, with projects in UK, Nigeria and Ghana. With an extensive portfolio of international projects, Elsie is a specialist conservation architect. She is currently designing rural community-led zero-carbon schemes and conservation projects in Ghana and developing eco-homes in Sussex. She was co-lead architect for the UK Supreme Court and London’s Green Park Station.
Helen Anderson, International Makeup artist and founder of a new swimwear line. Helen embarked on her professional journey in the fashion capital Milan, honing her skills with renowned designers like Versace, Valentino, and Hugo Boss. Her artistry has graced the pages of prestigious magazines such as Harper's Bazaar and Vogue.
The Ikenga Organisation Mixers are hosted by Professor Layton Reid, Samson Soboye, Janet Lawrence and Anna Marie Benedict
https://www.ikengaorganisation.org/ikenga-team
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
180 House, 180 Strand, London, United Kingdom
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