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I am excited to welcome Ferdinand BASSONNA to the Center of Excellence on Human-centered Global Economy at The Digital Economist as a 2024-25 Fellow! Ferdinand is the visionary founder of GovRise, a non-profit organization in Togo dedicated to enhancing governance at all levels—from local to international—to help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). His commitment and innovative approach to governance have empowered communities and promoted sustainable development. With a Masters in Advanced Studies in European and International Governance from the University of Geneva, Ferdinand has a robust academic foundation complemented by extensive practical experience. He has worked fervently for the protection of refugees and migrants, focusing on creating sustainable solutions for these vulnerable groups. Moreover, his advocacy work with UNITED for Intercultural Action has further solidified his role as a key player in international policy advocacy. At The Digital Economist, Ferdinand's role as a Fellow in our governance workgroup will be crucial. His deep understanding of governance and policy-making will drive our initiatives forward, aligning with our mission to harness digital technologies for a human-centered global economy. Please join me in welcoming Ferdinand BASSONNA to our vibrant community! We are eager to collaborate with him and are confident his contributions will have an impact on our work. #DigitalEconomist #HumanCenteredGlobalEconomy #Governance #SDGs #SustainableDevelopmentGoals #NonProfit #GlobalGovernance #CommunityEmpowerment #SustainableDevelopment #Togo #InternationalGovernance #EuropeanGovernance #Advocacy #RefugeeSupport #MigrantSupport #PublicPolicy #InternationalRelations #GlobalEconomy #DigitalTransformation #PolicyMaking #EconomicDevelopment #SocialImpact #HumanRights #CommunityDevelopment #Innovation #Leadership #Sustainability #Education #InternationalLaw #Geneva #NonProfitLeadership #InternationalDevelopment #EconomicPolicy #DigitalEconomy #GlobalDevelopment #AdvocacyWork #LocalGovernance #RegionalGovernance #NationalGovernance #SubnationalGovernance #UnitedNations #UNSDGs #InterculturalAction #SocialJustice #GlobalPolicy #GlobalLeadership #CommunityLeadership #ImpactfulGovernance #GovernanceImprovement #GovernanceStrategies #PublicAdministration #EconomicImpact #FutureLeaders #ChangeMakers

To quote marcus courage, "we've made two choices: we are choosing to be more impactful and we are choosing to grow". 🌍 Learn more about Africa Practice 👉 www.africapractice.com. #africa #africapractice

Social impact in Africa goes beyond being a nice thing to do; it is a necessity that is key to unlocking the region's full potential. By embracing the importance of addressing pressing challenges, African communities can pave the way for sustainable change. Collaboration among governments, non-profits, businesses, and local communities is paramount in creating transformational impact. Through education, vocational training, and mentorship programs, marginalized groups are empowered to actively participate in Africa's development. Long-term, systemic change is at the heart of social impact initiatives, focusing on addressing root causes and advocating for policy reforms. Resilience, adaptability, and innovation are central to these initiatives, recognizing the diverse contexts and drawing inspiration from local wisdom and global best practices. Social impact is not just a gesture; it is shaping Africa's destiny and inspiring the world. #socialimpact #africarising #sustainability

You know the saying, if those most involved with the issue aren't at the table, you can't solve the issue? Check out these recommendations from those most involved with local development issues on how to work together to #shiftthepower. This is the third in our Collective Journey series. Thank you Ennie Chipembere Chikwema for your work on this, and thank you to all the leaders who shared their insights with us (tagged in the original post). You can find all the reports here: https://lnkd.in/gYx9ZztB

The impact of the work goes beyond clients served by Africa Practice, but impacts the quality of staff whose career journey had an element of #AP in it! I attest my work in stakeholder engagement, developing inclusive partnerships and projects in health was largely shaped during my years at Africa Practice Tanzania 2013 - 2015/16. Driving strategies around transformative leadership in Africa is not just a “job” but a culture across the organization. #strategy #publichealth #transformative

The #Policy dimension of the #AfricanPhilanthropyConference theme will unpack the regulatory and institutional frameworks that shape the sector. Philanthropic organisations are increasingly expected to be transparent about their activities and impact and to be accountable to their stakeholders.   There are 3 subthemes within the Policy dimension: - 'Regulatory Frameworks' looks at the role of regulatory frameworks in shaping the sector and the ways in which these can support or hinder efforts. - 'Exploring New Financing Models' will examine the role of financing models in shaping the philanthropic sector - 'Governance and Leadership' focuses on the role of governance and leadership and the potential for more effective governance structures. Capacity is limited and registration is essential! Visit the official conference website to purchase your ticket and learn more about the programme. https://lnkd.in/djiG4_ua 2nd African Philanthropy Academic Conference Monday 31 July to 1 August in Dakar, Senegal 4th African Philanthropy Conference Wednesday 2nd to Friday 4th August in Saly, Senegal #senegal #conference #dialogue #development #africanphilanthropy

🌍 Tools & Trends for Funders: Navigating Impactful Philanthropy Insights from Ethiopia: Lucy Morris provides a pragmatic reality check for those actively supporting emerging civil society organizations in Ethiopia. Gain practical guidance for informed and effective partnerships. Read more about this topic: https://lnkd.in/eYGv2Kq7 Power Shifting Approaches: The Center for Culturally Responsive Engagement introduces a valuable resource to understand power-shifting approaches. Explore key features, core practices, benefits, real-world examples, and considerations for effective implementation. Find it here: https://lnkd.in/e_r486fD Donor-Advised Funds Surge: Despite an overall decrease in US giving in 2022, contributions to donor-advised funds surpassed gifts to foundations by almost $30 billion. An interesting trend that raises questions about donor transparency and accountability. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eGmAKWZm State of Global Giving: Delve into the latest edition of "The State of Global Giving by U.S. Foundations," analyzing 2016-2019 data. Discover how US foundations are addressing global priorities, with governance funding ranking surprisingly low on the list. Here's the report: https://lnkd.in/e82VpSdR Stay informed, stay impactful. 💡 #PhilanthropyInsights #GlobalGiving #FundingTrends 🌐 Open Government Partnership Open Society Foundations MacArthur Foundation Luminate Skoll Foundation The David and Lucile Packard Foundation William and Flora Hewlett Foundation USAID Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Ford Foundation Chandler Foundation Michael Jarvis, Eszter Filippinyi, Yery Menendez Garcia, Cristina Ordóñez

What we stand for ... . Pan-Africanism: We work to harness Africa’s resources both home and abroad towards socio-economic transformation of the Continent   ·      Empowerment: We are mindful that Africa’s transformation requires intentional capacity development of its people and their institutions   ·      Impact: We are desirous to see results and tangible effects of our actions   ·      Access, Equity & Inclusion: We recognise that everyone matter in the Africa transformation agenda, we therefore create opportunities and the enabling environment for all in the areas of our specialization.   Our approach: - Advocacy & Communication - Training, Research & Publication - Partnership & Collaborative working - Community engagement & Outreach - Coaching & Mentorship #work #community #training #opportunities #people #development #communication #research #publications #environment #transformation #coaching #africa #partnerships #inclusion #education #skillsdevelopment #africavision2063 #volunteer #professionaldevelopment #panafricanism #sdgs2030 #africawewant #africanyouth #sustainability