There are three types of networks that you can build as a social change leader: Strategic Network, Operational Network and Personal Network. Strategic Network: A strategic network comprises people who help you define and refine your vision. They are often top-level officials and mentors capable […]
Building Value-Based Relationship Building value-based relationships mean building a relationship with someone not only because you like them but also because they have something that you need and you also have something to offer them. To build a robust value-based relationship, one must have the […]
Here are two professional development opportunities you should apply for: ASIA GLOBAL FELLOWSHIP The AsiaGlobal Fellows Program aims to nurture promising mid-career professionals to become future leaders and influencers with a deep understanding of global policy issues from Asian perspectives and develop and cultivate their […]
Risk management is usually considered an exercise exclusive to management. Since the global financial crisis of 2008 and the sophistication of businesses due to technology and globalization, boards have awoken to their oversight responsibility for their organization’s risk management. Increased scrutiny over risks Corporate governance […]
From the drawing board to our own silicon valley, 18 social impact leaders take their ideas from mere creative currency to real ventures. Six months of rigorous learning, coaching, mentorship and peer collaborations via Impact Toolbox have produced these innovative leaders. Allow us to showcase […]
Venture: Farmer Evolve (Uganda) Founder: Brenda Nakanwagi Testimonial: Farmer Evolve is an initiative that has set out to alleviate poverty among smallholder farmers and promote food security. They are doing this through Agricultural Training and Financing. They train farmers’ better farming methods, after which we […]
We recently carried out a deep evaluation and analysis of our work so far to learn from the past and develop a plan for the future. We have developed the report below to showcase our impact, theory of change, and social impact projections for the next […]
Venture: Rural Farmers Hub Co-founder: Segun Adegun Social Impact: 6,417+ farmers served excluding ag experts, dealers, EAs, field agents, traders, exporters, OEMs, and other service providers. Funds raised: $150k + Geographical Reach: Nigeria, Nambia, Burkinafaso and also currently setting up in Angola, Malawi, Tanzania and […]
Venture: Ni’mah Andre Foundation Founder: Iresalewa Muhammed-Bello Impact: Fully paid for over 80 medical emergencies through crowdfunding Funds raised: $40k + Story: Ni’mah Andre foundation is a non-profit organization with a core focus on driving inclusivity and access to quality medical care for all, especially […]
In 2006, four thousand workers at the Nigeria Telecommunication (NITEL) lost their jobs. John Fatoye’s father was one of them. At the time, John was in his second year of junior school. It didn’t take long before he began to feel the impact of financial […]
The Youths (ages of 15 to 35) make up 40% of Africa’s population, thus, the youngest population in the world. Lately, many youths have begun to participate in developing the continent through entrepreneurship and sustainable development initiatives. Some of the enterprises do not survive the […]
Venture: U-Recycle Founder: Oluwaseyi Moejoh Website: www.urecycleinitiative.org/ Story: Oluwaseyi Moejoh is the founder of the U-recycle Initiative. U-recycle Initiative is a social enterprise that educates schools and communities about the value of recycling by creating programs and proffering deep-rooted solutions to make recycling waste more […]
Every week, we recommend a piece of reading for social change-makers. Our pick for this week is a Stanford Social Innovation Review on how to find your funding model. In this review, the author discussed five main tips for finding your organization’s funding model. The […]