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Shewritesafrica

Building screenwriting capacity for women across Africa

Yinka Ogun

Yinka Ogun is the convener of Shewritesafrica, a celebrated writer and a former President of the Screenwriters Guild of Nigeria.

She is also a member of the International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, bringing this experience and network to the classes and mentorship she curates for women screenwriters across Africa.

Roles and recognition

Celebrated writer

Recognised for her work as a screenwriter.

Former President, Screenwriters Guild of Nigeria

Led the guild representing Nigeria's screenwriters.

Member, International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences

Part of this international body for television arts.

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