Objectives

Festival Objectives

The Ezi-Aha Festival is a visionary initiative aimed at celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the Igbo people while fostering unity, economic growth and cultural preservation. The objectives of the festival include;

2. Fostering Unity and Social Cohesion

To create a platform where people from diverse backgrounds within and outside the Igbo community can come together to celebrate, learn and share experiences, strengthening bonds and promoting peace

4. Position Igbo Culture on the Global Stage

To project Igbo culture as a dynamic, valuable and globally relevant heritage through strategic partnership, media coverage and collaborations with cultural organizations worldwide.

6. Encourage Strategic Partnerships

To collaborate with governments, private organizations, and international bodies to promote cultural tourism, establish long-term partnerships, and attract investments for cultural development.

8. Preserve Indigenous Knowledge and Practices

To create awareness about the importance of safeguarding Igbo language, customs, and traditions in the face of modernization and globalization.

1. Promote Igbo Cultural Heritage

To showcase the unique traction's, history and values of the Igbo through cultural display, music, dance, arts and storytelling, ensuring their preservation for future generations.

3. Empower Youths and Women

To empower 2,000 youths and women through Cultural Entrepreneurship, training, equipping them with skills in cultural artistry, crafts and related industries to enhance economic opportunities and self-reliance.

5. Boost Economic Growth

To stimulate local economies by attracting tourists, investors, and cultural enthusiasts, thereby creating opportunities for small businesses, artisans, and service providers in the host community and beyond.

7. Inspire Cultural Rebirth

To rekindle interest in Igbo culture among the younger generation, inspiring pride in their identity and encouraging them to actively participate in preserving their heritage.
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