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Thanks to your support, in 2023 we surpassed our pledge to directly impact the lives of 100,000 children, youth, and women in the Arab region. Our venture philanthropy approach helps drive sustainable and enduring change by supporting promising social enterprises who are working to advance children's education, youth employment, women's economic empowerment and environmental progress. As we continue with our new growth plan – SEED, SUSTAIN, SCALE and SPREAD – we will be supporting more enterprises and reaching more lives each year, as we continue to tackle some of the region's most complex challenges. Read our 2023 Impact report to find out more about how we work, and what comes next for Alfanar this year: https://lnkd.in/dizver2y. #socialenterprise #impact #2023impact #Arabworld #venturephilanthropy #Lebanon #Jordan #Egypt #Palestine

Cash grants from UNDP have helped > 400 Sudanese women invest in small businesses like food processing and bakeries – or even start new ones. Empowering women traders boosts local economies, makes families better off and reduces the need for aid. #AccessToLivelihoods

Honored to have been featured by Standard Bank Malawi in their Money Matters series, especially during Women's Month. I had the privilege to share insights that I believe can benefit everyone, not just women, in business. Here are five key points I emphasized: 1. Aligning Business Plans and Personal Goals By syncing our business aspirations with personal objectives, we create a roadmap for success that resonates with our individual ambitions. 2. Separating Personal and Business Expenses Drawing a clear line between personal and business finances fosters financial discipline and ensures sustainable growth for our ventures. 3. Delayed Gratification Embracing the principle of delayed gratification empowers us to make strategic decisions that prioritize long-term gains over short-term indulgence. 4. Invest Investing in ourselves, our businesses, and our communities paves the way for exponential growth and prosperity. 5. Leave a Legacy As we build our businesses, let's aspire to leave behind a meaningful legacy that positively impacts future generations. Inspired by the theme #InspireInclusion, I delivered my presentation predominantly in Chichewa, reaching women across diverse backgrounds in Malawi. Together, let's empower each other to thrive in business and beyond. #WomenInBusiness #FinancialEmpowerment #LegacyBuilding

“If you really think that the environment is less important than the economy, try holding your breath while you count your money.” - Guy McPherson If we do not take care of the planet, its #climate and ecosystems, we undermine how our societies function, worsen our lives and, perhaps most directly, harm our own well-being. Global Fund for Women UNDP Small Grants Programme Mama Cash World Vision Zimbabwe Women in land development Zim Women and Land #ClimateAction #ClimateActionNow

Transforming Lives in The Gambia: New Project for Youth and Women   The African Development Bank has launched the Vulnerable Youth and Women Support Project, a $14.7M initiative to: ✅ Equip 2,500 youth & women with agriculture and business skills, ✅ Provide startup support, coaching, and market access, ✅ Rehabilitate health facilities and promote social resilience. “True development happens when no one is left behind,” said Dr Joseph Ribeiro, African Development Bank Country Manager for The Gambia.   The project, funded by the #AfricanDevelopmentFund, MRC Holland Foundation, and the Gambian Government, is set to benefit over 82,000 people, focusing on rural areas like Janjanbureh, Kuntaur, and Basse. Learn how this initiative is shaping a brighter future: https://bit.ly/3Z7kwnc #Empowerment #YouthDevelopment #WomenEmpowerment 

Today, Tag A Life International convened a regional meeting for Adolescent Girls and Young Women Africa (AGYW Africa), bringing together participants from across the continent, including representatives from Zimbabwe, South Africa, Nigeria, Cameroon, Eswatini, Mozambique, Rwanda, Zambia, Uganda, and The Gambia. The primary objective was to harness a collective voice and make impactful contributions to the global agenda ahead of the Summit of the Future. As AGYW in Africa continue to navigate unique challenges such as gender-based violence, harmful social norms, and limited access to resources, it is imperative that we prioritize increased investment in addressing these issues. Specifically, the Pact of the Future must clearly articulate and resource these commitments in tangible terms. #AGYWAfrica #YouthEmpowerment #SummitOfTheFuture #PactOfTheFuture African Women's Development Fund (AWDF) Women's Coalition of Zimbabwe

🌟 Celebrating a Year of Impact: The Chagai Foundation's Annual Report 2023 🌟 Dear Supporters and Partners, We're thrilled to unveil the transformative journey and accomplishments of The Chagai Foundation (TCF) throughout 2023. Together, we've achieved remarkable milestones and completed projects leaving a lasting positive impact on the communities we serve. Here are some key highlights: TCF Scholarship Program: Supported 104 individuals with financial aid and psychosocial support, providing essential school supplies to 250 students. Menstrual Hygiene Workshops: Empowered over 1800 schoolgirls with vital knowledge for their well-being and future. Creators of Peace Circles: Initiated four circles, fostering dialogue and understanding within our communities. Emergency Response Project: Launched for refugees and returnees, reaching 34,000 beneficiaries from the Sudan crisis. Needs Assessments Conducted: Ensuring accountability to affected communities in Renk and Mangala County. Celebrations and Advocacy: Actively participated in International Women's Day, the International Day of the Girl Child, and the 16 Days of Activism, fostering positive change. As a women-led national NGO, we take immense pride in empowering every young girl in South Sudan. Your unwavering dedication has driven our success, positively impacting over 15,000 individuals in challenging conditions. Looking ahead, we're focused on our ambitious strategic plan for 2022-2026 and the reformation of our Board of Directors, ensuring we're well-equipped to face challenges and opportunities. Together, let's inspire change and witness the transformation of dreams into vision for many young girls. Read the full report here. Read the report here https://lnkd.in/dVxTxTq5 #TCFAnnualReport #Impact2023 #Empowerment #CommunityDevelopment #SouthSudan

The empowerment of women is crucial for peacemaking in Africa AU WPS Bineta Diop, board member of The Hunger Project and women's rights supporter in Africa shares her thoughts about the connection between hunger and peace. She mentioned interesting facts and figures about hunger, conflicts, climate change, and their influence on peace in African countries. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/d5ewTtmq #InternationalDayofPeace #WomenEmpowerment #WomenInLeadership 

DYK that #ClimateChange disproportionately affects women? In places like #Liberia, women rely heavily on natural resources for their livelihoods, yet they often have fewer resources to respond to natural hazards. Discover how UNDP is advancing #GenderEquality in Liberia, Gambia & Nigeria: 👉🏾https://ow.ly/k4pU50Suu9G

𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝘆 TEI IYBA WE4A empowers women entrepreneurs across Africa, supporting their financial inclusion and green transformation efforts. 👩💻 Meet Lillian from Malawi, one of 1,972 women who completed the 𝗪𝗘𝟰𝗔 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴. “I’ve learned best practices for running a business, from market research to financial planning,” she shares. Despite financial challenges, setbacks like material theft, and initial disbelief from her peers, Lillian is determined to make a difference. 💼 Balancing a full-time job and three businesses, she focuses on recycling organic waste into affordable, eco-friendly fertilizer for local farmers. “If I don’t do this, Malawi will lose out,” she says, aiming to reduce poverty and inspire change. ➡️ Lillian’s resilience and vision highlight how women entrepreneurs drive progress and create lasting impact. #WE4DMalawi #IYBAWE4A #TheresaRooney #16DaysofActivism #PointOut #StopGBV #NoExcuse #genderequality