About
Global Carnivalz
Anything Carnival is Our Business
Global Carnivalz is an international Carnival consultancy, cultural strategy and creative development organisation. We connect Carnival culture, creativity, communities and expertise across the world — working with artists, festivals, governments, cultural organisations and communities to develop Carnival and festival experiences with lasting cultural and social impact.
Our Mission
Global Carnivalz exists to develop, promote and sustain Carnival as a living cultural tradition — locally, nationally and internationally.
We believe Carnival is one of the world's most powerful and inclusive art forms: a tradition of community, creativity, resistance and celebration that belongs to everyone.
Our work spans consultancy, creative direction, cultural strategy, research, training and international partnership — always in service of Carnival's long-term health and development.
History
Our History
Global Carnivalz has its roots in decades of Carnival practice, advocacy and development in the United Kingdom and internationally.
Foundations in Carnival
Pax Nindi began his Carnival career in the 1980s, working across UK Carnival arts, community development and outdoor arts. Over two decades he built deep expertise in Carnival production, creative direction and cultural strategy.
Global Carnival Centre
The Global Carnival Centre was established as a centre of excellence for Carnival arts development, research and international exchange. It became a hub for Carnival knowledge, publications and professional development in the UK and beyond.
National Carnival Arts Strategy
Pax led the development of the National Carnival Arts Strategy — a landmark document shaping Carnival policy and investment in England. This work established Carnival as a serious cultural sector deserving sustained public investment and strategic support.
International Expansion
Global Carnivalz extended its reach internationally, undertaking commissions and partnerships across Africa, the Caribbean, Europe and North America. Projects included the Black Star Carnival in Ghana, the Isiolo Peace Carnival in Kenya, and research into Junkanoo in the Bahamas.
Global Carnivalz Today
Today, Global Carnivalz operates as an international consultancy led by Pax Nindi FRSA, offering the full range of Carnival and festival development services to organisations, governments and communities worldwide.
Network
International Reach
Global Carnivalz has worked with organisations, governments and communities across six continents. Our international network spans the UK, Europe, Africa, the Caribbean, North America and South America.
United Kingdom
Extensive work across England, Scotland and Wales — from community carnivals to national strategy.
Africa
Projects in Ghana, Kenya and across West and East Africa, developing Carnival as a tool for cultural expression and community cohesion.
Caribbean
Research, exchange and development work across the Caribbean, including the Bahamas and Trinidad & Tobago.
Europe
Partnerships and consultancy across European Carnival traditions and contemporary festival development.
North America
Connections with North American Carnival communities and cultural organisations.
South America
Engagement with South American Carnival traditions and international exchange.
What We Stand For
Cultural Integrity
We respect and protect the cultural traditions and communities at the heart of Carnival.
Professional Excellence
We bring the highest standards of expertise, research and practice to every commission.
International Perspective
We connect local Carnival traditions to a global network of knowledge, practice and partnership.
Long-Term Thinking
We work for the sustainable development of Carnival — not just the next event, but the next generation.
Work With Global Carnivalz
For Carnival and festival consultancy, creative direction, cultural strategy, international partnerships, speaking and collaborations — get in touch.