A FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND GATHERING IN THE GAMBIA07—09 JANUARY 2027 BANJUL, THE GAMBIA

The Gambian Textile Identity initiative

Every thread has a story.

Explore heritage weaving, natural dyeing and future textile possibilities.

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The initiative brings master artisans, researchers and designers into a conversation about indigenous craft and textile innovation.

It combines documentation, research and dialogue to consider how Gambian textile traditions can inform future design and manufacturing. Join as an artisan or contact the summit team about research collaboration.