Solutions from the Frontlines: Let's Create Change! 👊

Join the Catalysts of Change at Catalysing Change Week 2023

Catalysing Change Week is an annual event hosted by Catalyst 2030, the world's largest social innovator network. This year, more than 5,500 change catalysts from over 120 countries will gather to collectively tackle the world's most pressing problems through more than 200 hybrid sessions. The theme for CCW2023 is "Solutions from the Frontlines," highlighting community-led development. The event will showcase the role of social innovators in advancing the Social Innovation Economy and provide opportunities for collaboration with key stakeholders. Registration is free, and sessions are held in multiple languages across time zones.

Sessions

Day 1: May 1, 2023

Africa Forward Training and Capacity Development:

A new narrative is emerging in the field of African social entrepreneurship, challenging the dominant neocolonial belief that non-African expertise is necessary for success. This false narrative ignores the abundance of leadership skills and talent within the continent that can effectively address systemic issues faced by Africans. A paradigmatic shift is needed to recognize and highlight the capabilities of African social entrepreneurs without resorting to tokenization.

Day 2: May 2, 2023

Africa Forward Changing Narratives:

The social enterprise ecosystem in Africa requires greater support from local governments in order to fully realize its potential in addressing key systemic issues. By mapping the ecosystem of NGOs and social entrepreneurs, local governments can better understand the achievements and needs of this robust sector, and therefore provide the necessary resources for it to thrive.

Day 3: May 3, 2023

Africa Forward Funding Pillar:

In Africa, the majority of funding for social entrepreneurship is granted to non-African entrepreneurs and organizations. This perpetuates power dynamics reminiscent of the colonial era. To bring about effective systems change in Africa, it is necessary to allocate funding directly to African organizations.

Day 4: May 4, 2023

Africa Forward: Job Creation and Career Counselling:

In what is expected to be Africa’s century, social entrepreneurs can play a catalytic role in driving inclusive and sustainable economic development on the continent. This session brings together public, private and social enterprise leaders to explore how partnerships can unlock this potential and create sustainable jobs for Africans.

Day 5: May 5, 2023

Africa Forward Ecosystem Development:

The importance of collaboration between various sectors and structures to advance Sustainable Development Goals is widely recognized. Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) are in a unique position to facilitate such collaboration. This session will focus on sharing the experience and impact of the exclusive partnership model of the Blood: Water organization.

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