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Fashion & art are powerful tools to raise awareness – Dr. Rasha Kelej
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The Chief Executive Officer,(CEO) of Merck Foundation, Dr. Rasha Kelej has said that Fashion and art have a purpose beyond just entertainment.
According to her, she believes that fashion and art are powerful tools to address and raise awareness on pressing and sensitive social and health issues in Africa and beyond.
Speaking at the launch of “Our African” television show at the Labadi Beach Hotel on Sunday, July 3, 2022, Dr. Kelej said “I came up with the idea of this informative yet entertaining show.”
She added that the TV show, which will air every Sunday at 2 pm on GH One TV, in Ghana “ is a first-of-its-kind set to be the voice of the voiceless and break the silence about many critical and sensitive social and health issues in Africa. I have conceptualised, produced, directed, and hosted this Pan African show.”
to create awareness
The CEO of Merck Foundation revealed that the show will features African fashion designers, singers, and prominent experts from various domains with the aim to raise awareness and create a culture shift across Africa.
Dr. Kelej added that “Our Africa” TV programme will address various critical and sensitive health issues like Diabetes Awareness, Breaking Infertility Stigma, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, Stopping GBV and Supporting Girl’s Education. The rest are Women’s Empowerment, the Importance of promoting a Healthy Lifestyle, Sustainability and up-cycled fashion, Coronavirus Awareness and many more.
She noted that each episode would deal with a different topic and “looking good and we must make the most out of these platforms to advocate for the causes we work towards every day.”
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
ELEGANCE, glamour and creativity filled the Mikando Conference Centre last weekend as models thrilled guests at the ‘Ghana Kidz & Teen Fashion Festival.’
The children confidently showcased a stunning collection of fashion pieces that kept the enthusiastic audience applauding throughout the night.
Supported by EXOPA Model Agency and Mercury Republic, the occasion highlighted young designers, featured music and dance performances, and brought people together through creativity and style.
The audience was thrilled by the children’s captivating catwalks, which featured stunning designs that showcased both contemporary flair and cultural heritage.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
Elegance, glamour and creativity filled the Mikando Conference Centre last weekend as models thrilled guests at the ‘Ghana Kidz & Teen Fashion Festival.’
The children confidently showcased a stunning collection of fashion pieces that kept the enthusiastic audience applauding all night.
Supported by EXOPA Model Agency and Mercury Republic, the occasion highlights youth designers, featured music and dance performances and brought people together through creativity and style.
The audience were thrilled by the children’s captivating catwalks, which featured stunning designs that showcased both contemporary flair and cultural heritage.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
