Anchored by the Sankofa teachings, this stream aims to create a platform for robust exchange and reflection

Through a shared value approach we interrogate the current context, and explore meaningful ways to shift the paradigm for the future of partnerships between diverse stakeholders. Facilitated by its Supporting Grants scheme, it aims to amplify and extend existing partnerships between the business and arts sectors, and builds capacity through its diverse programmes.

We will look at who has been included or excluded, what is working well or needs revision, and the different ways in which BASA and other similar organisations can respond in bridging these gaps. This stream invites honest expression, diverse perspectives and most importantly, innovative and practical solutions to help chart an equitable way forward.

BOITUMELO ‘TUMY’ MOTSOATSOE
HEAD: PROGRAMMES + DEVELOPMENT

NOW WE'RE TALKING

Headlining the ARTISTS + GRANTS stream for BASA ASSEMBLY is the critically acclaimed Lee-Ann Van Rooi, sharing with us an Artist's Perspective.

BULA SEKELE: MAKE THE CIRCLE BIGGER

Radio Host Toki Mohoto chairs a panel hot-topic panel discussion featuring Calvin Ratladi (creative), Molemo Moila (artist/curator) and Vuyisile Mshudulu (CoJ Director of Arts, Culture and Heritage). Provocation by poet/healer, vangile gantsho.

IN CONVERSATION: JUMPSTARTING IMPACT INVESTMENT IN THE CREATIVE ECONOMY

Kate Gardener (Program Manager for Developing Inclusive and Creative Economies at British Council) interviews Fran Sanderson (Director of Arts Programmes and Investments for NESTA: the National Endowment for Science, Technology and the Arts) in this vibey social TV podcast.

PROVOCATION

vangile gantsho, is a South African-born a poet and a healer. She is dedicated to creating and/or supporting spaces which encourage (black feminine) healing. This provocation formed part of the live panel, BULA SEKELE: MAKE THE CIRCLE BIGGER.