Writers urged to promote inclusive maritime sector
Participants at the 6th Annual Maritime Writes Project Creative Writing Bootcamp were advised to use their voices to promote Nigeria’s maritime and port se Read More: https://punchng.com/writers-urged-to-promote-inclusive-maritime-sector/
At the opening ceremony of the 6th Annual Maritime Writes Project Creative Writing Bootcamp at Apapa Port in Lagos, organizers urged aspiring writers to promote inclusive practices within Nigeria's maritime and port industries. Port Manager Mr Debo Lawal highlighted the increasing presence of women in traditionally male-dominated positions, such as crane operation and tugboat piloting, emphasizing that the sector offers opportunities for women and should be portrayed as inclusive.
Similarly, Prof. Adegbite Tobalase, Dean of Arts at Adeleke University, encouraged participants to use the bootcamp to develop their unique voices and create original works. Naval expert Mr Akanbi Williams praised the initiative for combining creative writing with practical exposure to the maritime world, while also stressing the importance of storytelling in communicating maritime knowledge to wider audiences.
The bootcamp, themed 'Voyages Through Chokepoints: Power, Passage and Life at Sea', brought together young writers, maritime stakeholders, academics and mentors to develop stories grounded in authentic industry experiences.
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