Oliwia Bosomtwe (b. 1991) is the author of Jak biały człowiek. Opowieść o Polakach i innych [Like the White Man. The Story of Poles and the Others], (W.A.B, 2024), a non-fiction book describing Polish ideas about what it means to be Black, as well as the experiences of Black Poles. A chapter of her book was translated into English and presented in the exhibition Aoko—born away from home at the Elizabeth Foundation for the Arts in New York. She is a graduate of the Interdepartmental Individual Studies in the Humanities at the University of Warsaw, she majored in History of Art. For several years, she worked for the Museum of Warsaw, where she was responsible for producing exhibitions, developing the collection, and digitizing culture. From 2020 to 2023, she held the position of the editor-in-chief at Noizz.pl (Ringier Axel Springer) and previously worked as a journalist for the portal. She has published her texts in several magazines, including Vogue, Znak, Newsweek, Mint Magazine, Res Publica Nowa, Wysokie Obcasy Praca, and academic journals. Currently, she is developing the concept for an exhibition dedicated to Blackness in Poland for the Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw.

Amy N. Muhoro (b. 1996) is a Kenyan multidisciplinary artist, researcher, and curator. Her practice focuses on the intersections of culture and history and their developmental roles in human life over time. Through the use of interconnected media, she mainly examines the impact of globalization on the history of communities, communication systems, and contemporary identities, particularly on the African continent and its diaspora. A recurring element in Muhoro’s practice unveils the pervasive reliance on surveillance systems within global culture. This exploration unfolds by incorporating elements of digital media and engaging with local communities, to bring attention to voices often overlooked or marginalized in mainstream discourse. She assumes the role of an anthropologist of contemporary culture, delving into the intricacies of societal dynamics and attempting to foster dialogs on our interconnectedness and shared histories that transcend geographical borders and cultural boundaries. Her work has been exhibited at the Creatives Garage Arts Trust and Goethe Institut (Nairobi), as well as the Museum of Modern Art and The Academy of Fine Arts (Warsaw), and the WRO Art Center (Wrocław).

Witek Orski (b. 1985) – visual artist, photographer, and curator. Author of photographs, installations, and objects. He practices art as a form of research and philosophical investigation. He is interested in the social and political functions of photography and its status in visual culture. The exhibition as a medium is an important tool for him – he often arranges series of works into complex visual essays. Orski is a graduate of philosophy at the University of Warsaw. He earned his PhD from the University of Arts in Poznan. He works as an Assistant Professor at the National Film School in Łódź (Lodz Film School).

Malaika Nabila (Ismaila Malaika Nabillah) was born and raised in Lomé, the capital of Togo, and her professional journey has been a dynamic blend of entrepreneurship, medicine, and a deeply rooted passion for the visual arts in addition to her work with Togo Yeye, a project she co-founded, aiming to create works that document and empower the Togolese youth as well as the creative community in Togo and the diaspora. Since 2017, she has been deeply involved in the world of textiles that play a multifaceted role in her cultural enterprise ‘Blacklines.’ It specializes in traditional West African dyeing techniques such as batik, indigo, and bogolan. Her mission is to localize the production of these traditional fabrics, preserving their rich cultural heritage and at the same time, foster the economic growth of her country. After curatorial training in art criticism at the Institut Kôrè of Arts & Crafts – IKAM, she participated in organizing festivals and residencies in Lomé, Lagos, and currently in Poland for the Krakow Photomonth Festival 2024.

‘My work aims to highlight the incredible talents of African artists and bridge the gap between local creatives and the global art scene. Through my diverse experiences and roles, I am dedicated to empowering the creative community, celebrating African culture, and contributing to the vibrant mosaic of artistic expression in Lomé and beyond.’