Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012)

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Eco-Friendly Weaving Practices within Yoruba Traditional Dyers' Artistry in Southwest Nigeria: A Theoretical Framework

Oludotun Ajayi, University of Maiduguri Patricia Jones-Richardson, Covenant University, Ota Idiatu Akingbade, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN) Georgia Pratt, Department of Advanced Studies, Federal University of Technology, Akure
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18972142
Published: March 3, 2012

Abstract

Eco-friendly weaving practices within Yoruba traditional dyers' artistry in Southwest Nigeria have gained recognition for their sustainable environmental impact and cultural significance. This study employs a qualitative approach to analyse existing literature and historical data on Yoruba weaving traditions, focusing on environmental considerations within these practices. This study highlights the potential for Yoruba weavers to serve as custodians of eco-friendly textile practices that can inform broader sustainable development strategies within African communities. Recommendations include supporting traditional weaving projects that incorporate eco-friendly materials, promoting education on environmental sustainability in cultural contexts, and fostering collaborative networks between artisans and environmental scientists.

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Oludotun Ajayi, Patricia Jones-Richardson, Idiatu Akingbade, Georgia Pratt (2012). Eco-Friendly Weaving Practices within Yoruba Traditional Dyers' Artistry in Southwest Nigeria: A Theoretical Framework. African Journal of Women’s Studies, Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18972142

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GeographicSub-SaharanSustainabilityEthnoscienceCulturalHeritageMethodologyAnthropology

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