SYNW commends Erelu Bisi Fayemi for sponsoring two members at Ebedi Residency
The Society of Young Nigerian Writers has extended its heartfelt commendation to Erelu Bisi Adeleye Fayemi, for sponsoring two members at the prestigious Ebedi International Writers Residency.
The sponsorship provided an invaluable opportunity for the writers to immerse themselves in a conducive environment and advance their ongoing works.
In a statement released by the President of SYNW, Wole Adedoyin, the organisation expressed its gratitude to Fayemi, emphasising the significance of her support.
PERISCOPE NIGERIA reports that the March/April class was represented by Darasimi Adeoye, Coordinator of the Abeokuta Book Club, while Chidinma Mary Ndukwo, former Secretary of the Ibadan Book Club, represented the June/July class. Both writers benefited greatly from Erelu Fayemi’s generosity.
The Ebedi International Writers Residency, established in 2010, has consistently provided a conducive atmosphere for writers from Nigeria and across Africa to focus on their creative works.
The facility has already hosted 180 writers from 12 African countries, and its impact on the literary landscape has been remarkable.
Erelu Bisi Adeleye Fayemi, an eminent feminist thinker, gender specialist, policy advocate, and writer, sponsored the female residents of the March/April and June/July classes through her ABOVE WHISPERS FOUNDATION.
Erelu Fayemi’s long-standing friendship with the Ebedi Residency led to this collaboration, creating an opportunity for the sponsorship of female writers in various residences at Ebedi in 2023.
Adedoyin’s statement partly read, “The SYNW lauds Erelu Bisi Adeleye Fayemi for her remarkable contributions to the literary community.
“As the author of acclaimed books such as ‘Speaking above a Whisper’ (2013), ‘Speaking for Myself’ (2013), ‘Loud Whispers’ (2017), and ‘Where is your Wrapper’ (2020), Erelu Fayemi has consistently used her voice to promote gender equality, social justice, and women’s empowerment.
“The SYNW believes that initiatives like the Ebedi Residency and the support provided by individuals like Erelu Bisi Adeleye Fayemi play a vital role in nurturing and promoting literary talent in Nigeria. Such collaborations between literary organizations and philanthropists create avenues for writers to develop their craft and contribute meaningfully to society.
“The Society of Young Nigerian Writers expresses its deep appreciation to Erelu Bisi Adeleye Fayemi for her sponsorship and urges other individuals and organisations to emulate her exemplary support for young writers.
“It is through such collective efforts that the literary landscape in Nigeria can thrive and produce even more remarkable literary works.”
