Abuja Dialogue Series
The Abuja Dialogue Series
Welcome to the first Abuja Dialogue Series of the 2026/2027 Hub Year, hosted by the Abuja Global Shapers Hub in partnership with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)!
What is this event about?
Innovation drives economic growth, and across Nigeria, young people are constantly building groundbreaking businesses, digital products, and creative solutions. However, many innovators miss out on scaling their impact because they lack awareness of how Intellectual Property (IP) can protect their ideas and attract investment.
Following our strategic engagements at the Global Shapers Annual Summit in Geneva, and timed to follow International Youth Day, this dialogue bridges the gap between youth innovators and global institutions.
This is not a traditional lecture. It is designed to prioritize authentic, high-impact conversations. We will explore:
Why Intellectual Property (IP) matters for young innovators and creators.
How to navigate IP in the rapidly evolving digital and Artificial Intelligence era.
Exclusive resources and programs WIPO offers to support youth innovation.
Who should come?
This event is strictly curated for:
Tech Founders & Startups: Looking to protect their digital products and software.
Creatives & Content Producers: Wanting to secure the rights to their art, writing, and multimedia.
Young Entrepreneurs & Innovators: Ready to commercialize their ideas and attract funding.
Global Shapers: Passionate about innovation, economic growth, and sustainable development.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (WAT)
Format: Hybrid (In-Person & Virtual)
Venue: The exclusive in-person location in Abuja will be revealed only to confirmed attendees. Virtual participants will receive the meeting link upon confirmation.
Important Registration Note
To keep the dialogue intimate and engaging, in-person capacity is strictly limited to 40 in-person participants.
During registration, you will be asked to briefly state what you hope to achieve by attending.
Secure your spot now and learn how to transform your ideas into protected, sustainable ventures!