F.R.A.M.E. – Female Representation & Advancement in Media: FILM INCUBATOR & ACCELERATOR

Introducing F.R.A.M.E. – Female Representation & Advancement in Media.

A first of its kind film incubator & accelerator created to amplify women’s voices and rewrite Nollywood’s story.

Learning | Grants | Distribution | Opportunities beyond the screen

Registration: August 25th – September 5th

Announcement of Shortlisted Participants : September 8th

Residency begins: September 16th at Landmark Centre, Lagos

This isn’t just an event, it’s a movement

F.R.A.M.E. (Female Representation & Advancement in Media) is a newly launched film incubator and accelerator program dedicated to supporting female storytellers in Nollywood. Initiated by the Women in the Arts Collective and led by filmmaker Biodun Stephen alongside Brenda Fashugba, the initiative debuted in August 2025 at the Nigerian Film & TV Summit (NIFS). Its mission is to equip women with the skills, mentorship, funding, and distribution support they need to shape their own narratives and challenge limiting stereotypes in the industry.

What F.R.A.M.E. Provides:

• Mentorship & Training: Professional guidance and educational programs to help women filmmakers strengthen their craft and step into leadership roles.

• Funding & Distribution: Access to financing opportunities and industry channels that ensure women-led projects reach audiences.

• Networking: Platforms that connect participants with industry leaders, collaborators, and peers.

• Storytelling Empowerment: A focus on elevating women’s voices through authentic, diverse stories that reflect the realities of women’s lives.

Key Figures:

• Biodun Stephen: Award-winning filmmaker and co-host of the program launch.

• Brenda Fashugba: Founder of Women in the Arts and creator of the F.R.A.M.E. initiative.

• Women in the Arts Collective: The driving force behind this effort to advance women’s participation in the arts.