Philippe Talavera
Biography
Philippe Talavera is a French-born Namibian director and choreographer dedicated to social justice through the arts. He founded the Ombetja Yehinga Organisation (OYO) Trust, focusing on youth empowerment via performing arts. Talavera's notable films include Kapana, Namibia's first LGBTQ+ feature film, and Kukuri, addressing child marriage. With a background in veterinary sciences and human biochemistry, he transitioned to the arts to tackle pressing societal issues. His work has been instrumental in sparking conversations on topics often considered taboo in Namibian society.
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