Presentation: Association WAAU at ARCOlisboa 2025

WAAU – World African Artists United – had the pleasure of presenting the association’s mission and vision during ARCOlisboa 2025. This private session introduced our newly formalised structure, grounded in decolonial thinking and collective commitment to reshaping global cultural narratives.

Bringing together artists, curators, and cultural practitioners from African and Afro-diasporic contexts, we reflected on WAAU’s recent projects, its role in fostering visibility and access, and its efforts toward building transnational networks rooted in epistemic justice and artistic autonomy.

We are truly grateful to everyone who attended and engaged with us during this important moment. Here we share some highlights from the presentation and thank all who contributed to this collective reflection on art, power, and transformation.