{"id":82394,"date":"2025-07-19T18:20:52","date_gmt":"2025-07-19T18:20:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/uncategorized\/ncac-orients-female-professionals-ahead-of-china-training-seminar"},"modified":"2025-07-19T19:11:41","modified_gmt":"2025-07-19T19:11:41","slug":"ncac-orients-female-professionals-ahead-of-china-training-seminar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/all-news\/ncac-orients-female-professionals-ahead-of-china-training-seminar","title":{"rendered":"NCAC Orients Female Professionals Ahead of China Training Seminar"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Gambia. <\/strong><\/span>In response to an official invitation from the People\u2019s Republic of China, the National Centre for Arts and Culture (NCAC) last Thursday organized an orientation for a six-member delegation of female professionals selected to attend a seminar on \u201cFemale Professionals, Innovations, and Transformations of Clothes as Intangible Cultural Heritage.\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n

The training is currently underway in China and runs from July 15 to July 29, 2025. The seminar is part of China\u2019s Belt and Road Initiative, aimed at strengthening international cooperation in cultural heritage preservation and innovation.<\/p>\n

Speaking at the orientation, Hassoum Ceesay, Director General of the NCAC, reflected on the significance of the invitation, noting that the delegates were selected from among active professionals in the creative industries, particularly in clothing design and cultural heritage.<\/p>\n

The six selected participants are Adama Jatta \u2013 Creative Entrepreneur, Mariama Jallow \u2013 Proprietor of MJ Hair Dressing and Express Beauty Salon and Skills Training Centre, Aminata Jagne \u2013 Founder of Taaru Afrique, Bintou Jarju \u2013 Emids Promotion, Madeline Jallow \u2013 Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Practitioner, Halima Faal \u2013 Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Practitioner<\/p>\n

DG Ceesay expressed his deep appreciation to the Embassy of the People\u2019s Republic of China in The Gambia for the continued trust and collaboration with NCAC and the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis year alone, over twenty NCAC staff and cultural practitioners have benefitted from training opportunities in China, something unprecedented,\u201d he said. \u201cWe are very grateful to the Ambassador and embassy staff for promoting cultural and artistic ties between The Gambia and China. International relations are not measured solely by economics or politics, cultural and artistic exchanges also play a vital role.\u201d<\/p>\n

DG Ceesay emphasized that all six delegates are creative entrepreneurs whose participation is not only beneficial to their personal growth but also a boost to The Gambia\u2019s cultural diplomacy and the creative industries.<\/p>\n

He also commended the Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture for encouraging the NCAC to strengthen its relationship with the Chinese Embassy. \u201cThe impact of China on our creative and cultural sectors has been profound. All previous cohorts have shared positive feedback on their experiences,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

Mamat Sallah, Acting Director of Cultural Heritage NCAC, urged the delegates to represent not only the NCAC but the entire nation with dignity and pride.<\/p>\n

\u201cChina has its own standards,\u201d he said. \u201cStay focused, participate actively in discussions, and make meaningful contributions throughout the seminar. Be punctual, attentive, and observant during your site visits. Most importantly, carry with you the warmth and kindness The Gambia is known for.\u201d<\/p>\n

In response, the six delegates each expressed gratitude to the people of China, and expressed excitement for the opportunity to participate in the seminar, describing it as a valuable platform for growth, cultural exchange, and professional development.<\/p>\n

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