Global Youth Crush—國際青年議題交流系列講座【非洲律動：音樂、舞蹈與全球文化】
🎶在非洲大陸的文化，每一段節奏，都藏著不同的故事🌍
音樂擁有跨越語言、國界與文化的力量。它讓人們彼此連結、傳遞故事、保存傳統，也展現每個族群獨特的文化與身份。在非洲，音樂與舞蹈不只是表演藝術，更是生活的一部分，承載著世代相傳的歷史、創意與精神。
誠摯邀請您參加 AfroFest Taiwan 精心策劃的互動式文化體驗，一同探索非洲豐富多元的文化面貌。我們將帶領大家走訪非洲四大區域，深入認識各地獨具特色的音樂、舞蹈、傳統樂器與文化習俗。從西非充滿活力的鼓聲與節奏、東非優美動人的旋律、北非深厚悠久的文化傳承，到南非充滿感染力的現代音樂與舞蹈，親身感受音樂如何跨越世代、跨越國界，將世界各地的人們緊密連結。
這不只是一場講座，也不只是一次舞蹈體驗，而是一趟重新認識非洲的文化之旅。我們將打破既有印象，透過故事分享、現場示範及互動舞蹈，認識非洲令人驚嘆的文化多樣性，並體會音樂作為世界共通語言所帶來的交流與感動。
邀請您一起跳舞、一起學習、一起交流，感受來自非洲最真摯、最動人的生命節奏。
👤 講者｜Toi 與 Boney
Toi Windham 是 AfroFest Taiwan 的共同創辦人，同時也是加拿大商會（臺灣）主席。她長期致力於文化交流與社群凝聚，多年來策劃並推動各類活動，透過多元文化的展現，促進不同族群之間的交流與理解。藉由 AfroFest Taiwan，她帶領數千名參與者深入認識非洲豐富的音樂、舞蹈、美食與文化傳統，同時倡導跨文化對話、包容共融，以及全球視野。
Boney Kross 是一位音樂家、表演者及文化推廣者，致力於向世界分享非洲豐富多元的文化傳統與當代音樂風貌。透過現場音樂演出、舞蹈及故事分享，他打造充滿互動與感染力的文化體驗，引領觀眾探索非洲文化的多樣性與創造力。
Toi 與 Boney 共同領導 AfroFest Taiwan，這是臺灣最具代表性的非洲文化慶典。自 2022 年創立以來，AfroFest Taiwan 透過音樂、舞蹈、美食、藝術與教育等多元形式，匯聚來自世界各地的人們，打造一個讓不同文化相互交流、社群共同成長的友善平台，並邀請所有人親身感受非洲文化的活力、精神與多元魅力。
👥 名額限制：限額 60 人（名額有限，額滿為止）
🗣️ 特別名額：為促進國際交流，本活動將保障 10 名外籍人士 參與名額。
💬 本場講座全程以「英文」進行
♦️ 適合對以下主題有興趣的朋友：
▪️ 非洲文化與多元族群
▪️ 音樂、舞蹈與跨文化交流
▪️ 國際視野與文化理解
▪️ 青年參與及全球公民素養
♦️ 活動流程 🕒 2026/8/30 (日) 15:00-18:00
14:30-15:00 ｜報到入場
15:00-18:00 ｜音樂、舞蹈與跨文化交流
♦️ 報名及公告期程
報名開放：即日起至8月24日 23:59
名單公告：預計於8月26日將以 Email 通知錄取結果
♦️ 報名機制與規範
外籍保障名額：為促進國際交流，本活動特別保障 10 名外籍人士參與名額。
抽籤機制：若報名人數超過人數上限，將採取抽籤方式決定錄取名單；若未額滿，則持續開放報名至額滿為止。
重複報名規範：每人限報名一次。若有重複報名紀錄，系統將於抽籤前自動剔除，僅保留「首次報名」紀錄進入抽籤程序。
身分核對：本活動僅限本人參加，報到時須出示 QR Code 進行驗證，嚴禁轉讓名額。
取消與資源維護：為維護活動資源與他人權益，如需取消報名，請務必於活動前三日辦理取消。報名後若無故缺席或未到場者，將列入紀錄，並作為未來相關活動錄取審核之參考。
♦️ 活動地點與聯絡資訊
📍 地點：臺北市政府青年局 5樓藝文沙龍（臺北市中正區仁愛路一段17號5樓)
📩 信箱: globalyouthcrush@gmail.com
📞 活動專線：02-7703-5908
Global Youth Crush —Rhythms of Africa: Music, Dance& Global Culture
🎶 One Continent. Countless Cultures. One Universal Rhythm. 🌍
Music has the extraordinary power to transcend language, borders, and backgrounds. It brings people together, tells stories, preserves traditions, and celebrates identity. Across Africa, music and dance are woven into everyday life, reflecting the history, creativity, and spirit of its people.
Join AfroFest Taiwan for an interactive cultural experience that celebrates the remarkable diversity of Africa. Journey through the continent's four regions to discover the unique rhythms, dances, instruments, and traditions that make each culture distinct. From the energetic beats of West Africa and the soulful melodies of East Africa to the rich traditions of North Africa and the vibrant sounds of Southern Africa, you'll experience firsthand how music connects communities across generations and continents.
More than a performance or a workshop, this is an opportunity to explore Africa beyond the stereotypes, celebrate its incredible cultural diversity, and discover the connections that unite us all. Through storytelling, live demonstrations, and interactive dance, we'll celebrate the universal language of music and the shared joy of cultural exchange.
Come dance, learn, connect, and experience the heartbeat of Africa.
The Department for Youth, Taipei City Government invites AfroFest Taiwan to present a special lecture and interactive workshop: African Music, Dance & Cultural Exchange.
👤 Speaker |Toi Windham and Boney Kross
Toi Windham is the Co-Founder of AfroFest Taiwan and the Chairwoman of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan. Passionate about cultural exchange and community building, she has spent years creating events that celebrate diversity and foster meaningful connections across cultures. Through AfroFest Taiwan, she has introduced thousands of people to the richness of African music, dance, food, and traditions while promoting dialogue, inclusion, and global understanding.
Boney Kross is a musician, performer, and cultural ambassador dedicated to sharing the vibrant traditions and contemporary sounds of Africa. Through live performance, dance, and storytelling, he creates engaging experiences that inspire audiences to explore the diversity and creativity of African cultures.
Together, Toi and Boney lead AfroFest Taiwan, the country's premier celebration of African culture. Since its founding in 2022, AfroFest has brought together people from around the world through music, dance, cuisine, art, and education, creating a welcoming space where cultures connect, communities grow, and everyone is invited to experience the spirit and diversity of Africa.
👥 Capacity：Limited to 60 participants.
🗣️To promote international exchange, 10 seats are reserved for foreign participants.
💬 This session will be conducted in English.
♦️Perfect for those interested in:
▪️ African culture and diversity
▪️ Music, dance, and cultural exchange
▪️ Global perspectives and intercultural understanding
▪️ Youth engagement and global citizenship
♦️ Event Schedule 🕒 2026/8/30 (Sun) 15:00-18:00
14:30-15:00 ｜ Check-in
15:00-18:00 ｜ Music, dance, and cultural exchange
♦️ Registration & Timeline
Registration Period: Open until 2026/8/24 23:59 (GMT+8)
Registration Confirmation: Notified via email before 2026/8/26
♦️ Registration Policy
Reserved Seats for International Participants: To encourage international exchange, 10 seats are reserved for foreign participants.
Selection Process: If registrations exceed capacity, participants will be selected through a lottery system. If spaces remain available, registration will continue until all seats are filled.
Duplicate Registrations: Each participant may register only once. Duplicate registrations will be removed before the lottery process, and only the first registration record will be retained.
Identity Verification: Attendance is non-transferable. Attendees must present their registration QR code at check-in. Transferring your seat to another individual is strictly prohibited.
Cancellation Policy: To ensure the fair use of event resources, participants who wish to cancel must do so at least 3 days prior to the event. Unexcused absences or failure to attend without notice will be recorded and may lower your priority for admission to future events.
♦️ Venue & Contact Information
📍 Venue: Arts Salon, 5F Department for Youth, Taipei City Government (5F., No. 17, Sec. 1, Ren'ai Rd., Zhongzheng Dist., Taipei City)
📩 Email: globalyouthcrush@gmail.com
📞 Tel: 02-7703-5908
