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Navigating Through a Capricious World

Name: Navigating Through a Capricious World
Start: 2024-05-09T17:30:00+00:00
End: 2024-05-09T21:00:00+00:00

May 9, 2024 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Navigating Through a Capricious World

Hilton Hotel

May, 9 2024 at 5:30 – 9 PM

1100 ETB: Non-Members

Complementary: Members

“It’s a kind of magic, this capricious life, full of surprises and uncertainties, of joys and sorrows, of beginnings and endings.” – Paulo Coelho

In the month of May AWiB Presents, “Navigating Through a Capricious World”, where we dive deep into one of the ways we seek relief from this uncertain world. We live in a world where the unexpected is the only constant. A world characterized by continuous change, unpredictability, and an ever-shifting landscape. In this capricious world, the boundaries between the expected and the unexpected blur. Along our journey, we may find ourselves enchanted by the beauty of uncertainty discovering the profound wisdom that lies within.

The life we have in this world is a grand tapestry where surprises unfold at every turn. Each unexpected turn tells a unique story making this world a stage where the curtains rise not just to reveal moments of joy but also cast shadows of challenge adding depth and contrast to our journey. During this unpredictable twists and turns, we often find comfort in the transformative magic of entertainment. Entertainment is like a cozy sanctuary where we can escape, unwind, and make sense of the unexpected stories life throws our way.

Entertainment can be defined as an event, performance, activity, or piece of art designed to entertain others. The performance of an entertainer or an artist can create a connection with the audience that can penetrate deeply and speak to each one on a personal level.

Entertainment gives us feelings of pleasure or relaxation often relieving us from stress. These feelings result from the release of neurotransmitters like Dopamine. These play a key role in bringing us to a state of happiness and satisfaction. When life takes us on unexpected paths and throws challenges our way, entertainment steps in like a trusted friend guiding us through the storm. It offers us comfort, helps us build resilience, and creates everlasting connections between us.

The role of entertainment goes beyond relaxation. It is used by cultures, leaders, and public figures to transfer powerful messages and create a sense of unity and purpose. Traditional music, poetry, dance, theater, and other forms of entertainment were used in the history of Ethiopia as powerful tools during times of conflict and war. For example during the battle of Adwa in 1896 patriotic performances were used to inspire, unite, and reinforce courage, ultimately contributing to Ethiopia’s victory over Italian colonial forces. Historical art centers such as ‘Arada’ and ‘Hager Fikir Theater’ were created as a result.

In recent times, entertainment played an invaluable role in igniting and ushering huge movements such as uniting for the construction of The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) and the #NoMore movement. On the other hand, we have seen entertainment being used as a tool of motivation for destruction in recent conflicts in our country. This emphasizes the power of entertainment in delivering messages and harnessing unity for a common purpose.

Talking points

● What makes our world capricious?
● The power of Entertainment and Entertainers. Are entertainers in Ethiopia aware of the power they possess?
● The danger of indulging in too much entertainment.
● How can we harness entertainment as a tool to bring peace?

Speakers

Hiwot Emishaw is a poet and a prized author with three best-seller books. She works as the Regional Strategic Communications Manager at Save the Children’s Regional Office for East and Southern Africa in Nairobi. She is also the Director of Advocacy, Campaigns, Communications, and Media for Save the Children’s Sudan office.
Over the past decade, she has emerged as a prominent figure in Ethiopian social media circles. She skillfully weaves humor with sharp and unapologetic commentary on political, societal, and pertinent issues affecting Ethiopians.

Belen Yosef is a renowned Ethiopian musician celebrated for blending
traditional Ethiopian melodies with contemporary influences, creating a
Unique and captivating sound. She graduated from the Yared School of Music.

Blen is also a host for ‘Sheger Muzika’ on Sheger FM 102.1. She also serves as a judge on ‘Fana Lamrot’, a singing competition television show airing on Fana TV.

Fraol Bedada: is a stand-up comedian and social media personality. His journey as a stand-up comedian began when he started participating in open mics at poetry nights over a year ago. He regularly performs standup comedy at ‘Saq Jam’ which is a monthly comedy show that gives a stage to newly emerging comedians. Fraol is also part of the YouTube channel ‘Awra’ that releases various fun content.