Nigeria, Nov. 5 -- Over 300 young artists, activists, and policymakers gathered at the Banquet Hall in Ilorin, Kwara State's capital, to celebrate the role of young Nigerians in challenging societal norms and using art to advocate for justice.

In a statement on Sunday, the Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative (BBYDI) said the Youth Artivism Festival, with support from the Ford Foundation, concluded in Ilorin with a call to harness art as a tool for social change and gender justice.

The festival featured art exhibitions, live performances, panel discussions, and an award ceremony, showcasing powerful visual narratives on gender justice, empowerment, and resilience.

An exhibition of works by 22 finalists, selected from over 100 su...