Convened by the British High Commission, this summit brought together policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs and creatives from Ghana and the UK to examine how diaspora networks shape trade, investment and innovation.

The GCEC is convened by Creative PEC and the British Council, consisting of 15 leading academics, practitioners, policy professionals. It identifies and discusses emerging trends of international significance in creative economy practice and policy.

Newly appointed as Chair of the Global Creative Economy Council, Marta Foresti makes the case for creative industries as essential drivers of global economic policy, not a "nice to have" but a necessity.

Produced with ODI Global as part of the Africa-Europe Mayors' Dialogue, this paper examines how creative sectors drive dynamic urban economies and foster more inclusive growth across global cities.

Co-curated with the World Cities Culture Forum, ODI Global and the Moleskine Foundation, this panel brought together city and cultural leaders to explore the global influence of African creative cities.

A creative exchange between Freetown and London fashion designers in September 2022 documenting the connections and collaborations that emerge when makers from two cities come together. With ODI and Labrum London.

How do creative minds and talents drive social and economic change in global cities? A public event during Milan Design Week 2023 exploring the relationship between creativity, inclusion and urban life.

What can creative brands do to change the world? LAGO joined Moleskine Foundation and Highsnobiety at Milan Design Week 2023 to explore the power of creative industries to drive meaningful global change.

At ODI Global, Giuseppe Sala shares his vision for Milan and why international cooperation, particularly between African and European cities, sits at the heart of his priorities for the city.

Launched by Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, this platform connects Freetown-based creatives with collaborators and investors across African and European cities, building new pathways for Sierra Leonean creative talent.

Following two Freetown designers Mumini Fashion and Mohammed Barri to Durban Fashion Fair, this project showcases Sierra Leonean creative talent and opens new pathways for African designers on the global stage.

Directed by Julianknxx and shot in Freetown, Sierra Leone, this artistic documentary explores what it truly means to be free to move and the power and potential of the city's creative sectors.

A day of events at Milan Design Week 2022 in collaboration with ODI, IKEA Foundation and IKEA Italy exploring the power of ideas, creativity and talent of people who move whether by choice or necessity.

The mayors of Freetown and Milan, Yvonne Aki Sawyerr and Giuseppe Sala, in conversation at Milan Design Week 2022 on why they collaborate on fashion and design and what a true partnership of equals between African and European cities looks like.

A platform bringing together African and European mayors to develop practical, innovative solutions for sustainable urban development and build lasting connections between their cities

Published by the London School of Economics, this piece introduces the Africa-Europe Mayors' Dialogue and how cross-continental city leadership is making urban spaces more welcoming and connected.