- event type:WOMEX 26 Conference Session
- date:22 Oct 2026
- time:11:00 - 11:45
- city/area:Gran Canaria, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
- venue:Conference Room 1
- country:Spain
- event posted by:Piranha Arts
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Chaired by
Christine Semba (France/Germany), Piranha Arts;
with
Olfa Arfaoui (Tunisia/The Netherlands) FeMENA Network ;
Vasil Gjuroski (Yugoslavia/Norway) , Tromsø World
Join a special session held each year for all new WOMEX delegates. It will provide with essential tips to navigate the event’s five days and its different elements. It will also give you an introduction into the WOMEX community, and the diverse cultures and subcultures that make up WOMEX. Christine Semba, Head of WOMEX Academy, along with 2026 jury members Olfa Arfaoui and Vasil Gjuroski, will share their advices on attending WOMEX: how to network; how to get the most out of your attendance. They will also share insights on submitting Conference, Film, and Showcase proposals for future editions and answer your questions.
If you're new to WOMEX, this session is a must!