Nigerian Women Building Online Communities.
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Dear Readers,
In the wake of the recent upheaval on Twitter under the ownership of Elon Musk, it has become increasingly evident that digital safe spaces for minorities and marginalized groups are more crucial than ever. As illustrated in our latest article "How Nigerian Women are Building Online Communities" by Angel Nduku-Nwosu, the rise of online women's safe spaces in Nigeria highlights the empowering potential of such communities.
These spaces foster networking, support, and the exchange of experiences among women, offering a stark contrast to the turmoil and toxicity that can sometimes dominate mainstream social media platforms. With the need for inclusive and supportive online environments underscored, we delve into the transformative power of digital sisterhoods and their role in uplifting and amplifying underrepresented voices. Click below to read more.
How Nigerian Women are Building Online Communities.
In December 2019, Wine and Whine, a women's group created by Dami Odufuwa and Odun Eweniyi, held a women only party. From the bouncers to those selling drinks, everyone at the party was a woman. Although done in person, the event painted an important picture of how women are curating the spaces that they occupy. In the case of Wine and Whine, it was ful…
An update on The Continental Approach
We are excited to announce that The Continental Approach is back in action and has relocated to a new platform on Substack! This move marks a significant step forward in providing our readers with an enhanced interactive experience while offering a seamless ability for you to support our writers through paid subscriptions. We sincerely thank all our dedicated readers whose invaluable backing enabled us to compensate the talented writers whose works we will feature during the month of August.
By embracing Substack, we aim to facilitate an even stronger sense of community and engagement, connecting readers with the insightful stories and essays that will grace our platform in the coming weeks.