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Kanya King: The Music Week Interview
To build on the momentum, King is focusing on projects such as her latest initiative MOBOLISE, a platform that aims to connect Black creative and tech talent to mentors, networks and career opportunities. It’s a taste of what’s to come for the brand, expanding on its existing work with MOBO Help Musicians Fund and MOBO Unsung.
“One of the reasons why we had MOBO Help Musicians Fund and MOBO Unsung is because you realise that people are not the finished product; they need the resources to create, as well as mentors who look like them,” says King. “That has been very successful in terms of the application and the money that has gone out, because it’s giving business support as well. Money is one thing, but I think business support and mentoring makes all the difference.”
By providing a network of industry connections for Black creatives, businesses and talent through MOBOLISE, King hopes to bridge the gap that hindered her own journey.
“What would have made the biggest difference is to have had allies, to be quite honest with you,” declares King. “Whether it’s mentorship or sponsorship, having someone who could champion you is key. What it means is they are
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