EtiUwem
welcomes
Individuals and small groups,
March to November.
- Civil society activists
- Writers and artists of all disciplines
- Researchers, students, and thinkers
- Individuals and groups creating original work
- Residency applicants
“Whether two people or 200, community is knowing that others care about the same things you do.”
Maya MisikirA place for reflection, creativity, and the good life
In a world increasingly fractured and hurried, EtiUwem offers something quietly radical: space to think, create, rest, and belong.
EtiUwem is a rural ecological centre rooted in land, history, and community. It welcomes activists, creatives, writers, students, and thoughtful individuals seeking time alone, or alongside others, on the shared journey toward wholesomeness.
I.Who we are
A gathering place for deeper living and collective care
“Whether you arrive to work in solitude, collaborate with others, or simply pause and reflect, EtiUwem holds space for meaningful presence in a broken world.”
We host retreats, residencies, meetings, and wisdom gatherings, while remaining equally open to those who simply need rest.
A centre shaped by story
EtiUwem sits on the brow of a lush hill in Ikot Nseyen, overlooking a valley of streams, swamp, and forest life.
This land lies along the historic migration route of the Ikot Nseyen people, whose ancestors journeyed from Ndon Uwem, literally “the land of good life,” in search of a place to settle. Ndon Uwem was the final stop in that journey. The village itself is named after Nseyen, a powerful woman and founder of the community.
A roof over your head
10
en-suite rooms, each for one guest or two
20
guests at most, two to a room
40–50
guests in the Afe, the meeting hall
3–4km
to streams, rivers, and swamp
Open to individuals and small groups from March to November each year.
December to March is reserved for centre-hosted events.
Rooms, spaces and the landHow to stay
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EtiUwem
Simple and
thoughtful
You’ll be asked for four things.
- 1Personal and contact information
- 2A short bio, up to 250 words
- 3A statement of intent, up to 500 words
- 4One reference letter
Affordable, and
subsidised
Our rates are intentionally affordable and subsidised whenever possible.
With sufficient funding, EtiUwem hopes to offer lodging and programmes at no cost.
All bookings are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.