PALOP Takeover
Role
Curated a vibrant programme celebrating PALOP (Portuguese-speaking African) cultures through music, dance, and food.
Coordinated with performers, DJs, and cultural contributors representing Angola, Mozambique, Cape Verde, and Guinea-Bissau.
Managed venue setup, décor, and atmosphere to reflect Afro-diasporic aesthetics and celebration.
Led marketing and outreach targeting African diaspora communities across Nottingham and beyond.
Oversaw logistics including stage timings, host scripts, artist needs, and crowd engagement.
Worked with local vendors to offer traditional and fusion cuisine.
Created and distributed a press release to local media outlets to enhance visibility.
Represented the event in a live interview on BBC East Midlands, discussing cultural significance and community impact.
Captured event highlights and audience testimonials for community visibility and future planning.
Outcomes
Reached over 300 attendees from diverse cultural backgrounds
Secured BBC East Midlands coverage and more than 12,000 online impressions
Enhanced the visibility of PALOP communities within Nottingham's cultural landscape
Date: 04/07/2025
Venue: New Art Exchange, Nottingham
Showcase of music, dance, and culture from Portuguese-speaking African countries.
PALOP Takeover: Nottingham’s Portuguese-speaking African communities take centre stage at NAE. Friday 4 July 2025
Free cultural festival brings music, food, fashion, and spirit of Nottingham’s Portuguese-speaking African community to life
on Friday 4 July 2025
PR Coverage