AFRICAN CENTRE FOR INCLUSIVE ENTREPRENEURSHIP, RESILIENCE AND SOCIAL INNOVATION -ACIED AFRICA

AFRICAN CENTRE FOR INCLUSIVE ENTREPRENEURSHIP, RESILIENCE AND SOCIAL INNOVATION -ACIED AFRICA

Non-profit Organizations

ABUJA, Abuja Federal Capital Territory 198 followers

Advancing Equitable, Sustainable Socio-Economic Growth and Inclusion

About us

ACIEDafrica has a Vision of "a Prosperous Africa Based on Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development” ACIEDafrica is a non-governmental knowledge-based, capability and capacity development organization which mission is “to stimulate productive inclusion through the development of capabilities, skills, rights and opportunities for everyone, particularly the poor, marginalized and excluded groups (including people with disabilities, widows etc.), as well as low income workers from the formal sector in order to guarantee that everyone benefits equitably from the social and economic growth processes and gets engaged in it”. As a capacity, skills development and Advocacy Centre, ACIEDafrica is driven by holistic and collective community action approaches where everyone has the opportunity to turn their unique gifts or talents into legitimate businesses that contribute to sustainable, resilient, and equitable shared community wealth. With this objective in mind, ACIEDafrica promotes equitable and sustainable socioeconomic growth and inclusion in Nigeria and Africa. ACIEDafrica’s CORE VALUE: COOPERATION: We work in a spirit of trust, collaboration and partnership across departments and with our community to achieve our shared goals. INNOVATION: We embrace innovation to improve delivery of services. We take initiative, and are flexible and creative in anticipating and adapting to changing conditions. INTEGRITY: We take accountability for our actions and deliver what we promise. We are truthful and honest in how we do our job. We inspire public confidence and trust in the target people and community that we serve. ACIEDafrica’s FOUR THEMATIC OR CORE AREAS OF ACTIVITY 1. Socioeconomic Policies Research, Advocacy and Stakeholders Engagement; 2. Entrepreneurial Skills, Enterprises Development, TVET, Mentoring and Support for Youth and Women in businesses; 3. Inclusive and Sustainable Agriculture; 4. Gender Studies, Social Inclusion and Disability Rights;

Website
www.aciedafrica.org
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
ABUJA, Abuja Federal Capital Territory
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
2019
Specialties
Training , Institutional development, Advocacy and Engagement, Gender, Disability and Social Inclusion, Awareness Creation, Policy Analysis, Youth Entrepreneurial and Skills Development, , Women Empowerment, Social Justice Campaign, Child Development, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH Programming), Inclusive Agriculture and Sustainable Development, Climate Adaptation and Resilience Building, Peace Building and Conflict Resolution, Disability Rights, and Inclusive Education

Locations

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    Suite 034 H&A Plaza, Olusegun Obasanjo Way, Wuye District, Abuja Federal Capital Territory

    ABUJA, Abuja Federal Capital Territory 90002, NG

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  • AFRICAN CENTRE FOR INCLUSIVE ENTREPRENEURSHIP, RESILIENCE AND SOCIAL INNOVATION -ACIED AFRICA reposted this

    It is indeed an honor to participate in the 2024 Civil Society Forum hosted by CSOnetMADE in collaboration with GIZ, IOM, IRARA, NCFRMI, Nigeria-Germany Centre for Migration and Development.  The 2024 CSF themed “Integrating Grassroots’ Perspective in the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration Processes: Overview of the Implementation of the GCM Obj. 21- Return, Readmission and Reintegration in Nigeria” brought together diverse stakeholders including trade unions, media, academia, the private sector, and  international partners to address pressing migration challenges, explore non-state actors' roles, and contribute to the ongoing review of the Global Compact for Migration (GCM) in Nigeria. Particularly contributing to generate valuable insights and recommendations that influence migration policies and practices in Nigeria, towards  advocating the inclusion and voices of the underserved or vulnerable people; including women and youth as well as persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Migration governance so as to defend the Rights of Migrants or internally displaced persons (IDPs). The 2024 CSF enhanced  the country level review of how the implementation of Global Compact for Migration (GCM)’s objective 21 which centres on dignified return, readmission, and sustainable reintegration of migrants or internally displaced persons in Nigeria, impact individuals at the grassroots levels, and addressing the challenges and opportunities of migration in a comprehensive and cooperative manner. ACIED AFRICA, as a capacity development and Advocacy Centre driven by holistic and collective community action approaches, our mission in the migrant management or governance space is to foster partnership and collaboration that stimulate productive inclusion, and the rights and opportunities for all migrants including the internally displaced persons (IDPs), particularly the poor, marginalized and excluded groups (including women, youth, children, people with disabilities etc.), as well as low income workers from the formal and informal sectors in order to guarantee that everyone benefits equitably from the social and economic growth processes and gets engaged in it”. ACIED AFRICA is indeed thankful to the CSOnetMADE and NCFRMI for this opportunity to contribute immensely to the 2024 Civil Society Forum, National Migration Dialogue towards promoting SAFE, ORDERLY and REGULAR MIGRATION, as well as Dignified RETURN, READMISSION and REINTEGRATION and RIGHTS of Migrants. We also reiterate our commitment to partnership with CSOnetMADE, GIZ-German Cooperation, Nigeria and German Centre for Migration and Development, and EU, as well as National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI), and Federal Ministry of Youth Development. #ACIEDAFRICA #CSOnetMADE #nigeriagermancentreformigrationand development #GIZ #NCFRMI #inclusion #safeorderlyregularmigration #TheMigrantProject #DevelopmentDashboard #internallydisplacedpersons

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  • It is indeed an honor to participate in the 2024 Civil Society Forum hosted by CSOnetMADE in collaboration with GIZ, IOM, IRARA, NCFRMI, Nigeria-Germany Centre for Migration and Development.  The 2024 CSF themed “Integrating Grassroots’ Perspective in the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration Processes: Overview of the Implementation of the GCM Obj. 21- Return, Readmission and Reintegration in Nigeria” brought together diverse stakeholders including trade unions, media, academia, the private sector, and  international partners to address pressing migration challenges, explore non-state actors' roles, and contribute to the ongoing review of the Global Compact for Migration (GCM) in Nigeria. Particularly contributing to generate valuable insights and recommendations that influence migration policies and practices in Nigeria, towards  advocating the inclusion and voices of the underserved or vulnerable people; including women and youth as well as persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Migration governance so as to defend the Rights of Migrants or internally displaced persons (IDPs). The 2024 CSF enhanced  the country level review of how the implementation of Global Compact for Migration (GCM)’s objective 21 which centres on dignified return, readmission, and sustainable reintegration of migrants or internally displaced persons in Nigeria, impact individuals at the grassroots levels, and addressing the challenges and opportunities of migration in a comprehensive and cooperative manner. ACIED AFRICA, as a capacity development and Advocacy Centre driven by holistic and collective community action approaches, our mission in the migrant management or governance space is to foster partnership and collaboration that stimulate productive inclusion, and the rights and opportunities for all migrants including the internally displaced persons (IDPs), particularly the poor, marginalized and excluded groups (including women, youth, children, people with disabilities etc.), as well as low income workers from the formal and informal sectors in order to guarantee that everyone benefits equitably from the social and economic growth processes and gets engaged in it”. ACIED AFRICA is indeed thankful to the CSOnetMADE and NCFRMI for this opportunity to contribute immensely to the 2024 Civil Society Forum, National Migration Dialogue towards promoting SAFE, ORDERLY and REGULAR MIGRATION, as well as Dignified RETURN, READMISSION and REINTEGRATION and RIGHTS of Migrants. We also reiterate our commitment to partnership with CSOnetMADE, GIZ-German Cooperation, Nigeria and German Centre for Migration and Development, and EU, as well as National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI), and Federal Ministry of Youth Development. #ACIEDAFRICA #CSOnetMADE #nigeriagermancentreformigrationand development #GIZ #NCFRMI #inclusion #safeorderlyregularmigration #TheMigrantProject #DevelopmentDashboard #internallydisplacedpersons

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  • To examine the possibility that “entrepreneurship” can offer solution to social and economic exclusion of PWDs in the labour market. We may then need to address a number of questions. 1. Can entrepreneurship be used to move people with disabilities into employment? 2. How often do PWDs start businesses and what types of businesses do they start? 3. What barriers do PWDs face when starting a business? Are these barriers different than those faced by other entrepreneurs? 4. Do different disabilities present different barriers to self-employment or business start-up (e.g., do people with physical disabilities face different barriers than those with mental disabilities)? 5. What are the main policy tools available to help those with disabilities become more entrepreneurial? 6. How can current national and sub-regional policies be improved? PWDs are one of the largest and most diverse group groups in the world living with some form of disability. However, they also face many challenges and obstacles in accessing education, employment, health care, and social service. As a result, they are often excluded from opportunities and benefits of economic development, and experience higher rates of poverty, unemployment, and social isolation. Inclusive entrepreneurship can offer PWDs a chance to overcome these barriers and participate in the economic and social life of their communities. By starting and running their own businesses, people with disabilities can achieve greater independence, autonomy, self-reliance, utilize their skills, talents, and potential and create income and wealth for themselves and families and contribute to the development and innovation of their sectors and markets. Entrepreneurs with disabilities face a unique set of challenge and barriers on the current labour market, which often limit their potentials and opportunities. These challenges and barriers can be categorized into four main areas: accessibility, discrimination, funding, and support. Technology and innovation are essential drivers of inclusive entrepreneurship for PWDs. They can help overcome the barriers that prevent people with disabilities from accessing the opportunities, resources, and networks that are vital for starting and growing a business. Technology and innovation can also create new solutions that address the specific needs and challenges of people with disabilities, both as entrepreneurs and as customers. Inclusive entrepreneurship is a powerful way to empower individuals with disabilities and create positive impacts for the society, the economy, and the environment. By providing opportunities for people with disabilities to start and grow their own businesses, inclusive entrepreneurship can: Enhance social inclusion and well-being; boost economic growth and innovation; promote environmental sustainability. #ACIEDafrica #Inclusion #Inclusiveentrepreneurship #JONAPWD #Developmentdashboard #DRAC #Sightsavers #DWAI #NCPWD #iredefoundation

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  • "Enhancing the knowledge and capacity of key stakeholders to promote regular migration pathway, reduce irregular migration, and improve reintegration outcomes for returnees contributing to better migration governance in Nigeria", was the main objective of a 3-Day GIZ partners workshop tagged "Safe Migration for All: Building Capacity and Promoting Awareness for Regular Migration Pathways in Nigeria" that took place from 5-7 November 2024 in Abuja FCT, Nigeria. The 3-day workshop organized for GIZ partners/focal points in Nigeria on "SAFE, ORDERLY and REGULAR MIGRATION" by the Nigerian-German Centre for Migration and Development (ZME) in collaboration with the Civil Society Network on Migration and Development (CSOnetMADE), and Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment. The workshop employed a combination of interactive, informative sessions, case studies, group discussions, and expert presentations. Participants actively engaged in learning, sharing experiences, and formulating action plans to address migration challenges in Nigeria, and emphasis placed on practical knowledge, collaboration and advocacy skills. At the end of the workshop, participants were equipped with the tools, insights, and strategies needed to promote safe and regular migration with the aim to contribute to a safer and more equitable migration landscape, within Nigeria, ECOWAS region and on the global stage. Participants learnt about building collaborations and advocacy for Effective Migration Governance, as well as advocacy/influencing strategies to enhance migration governance and management in Nigeria through effective advocacy and policy reform, contributing to reduced reliance on irregular migration routes. ACIED Africa is thankful to GIZ Nigeria, the Nigerian-German Centre for Migration and Development, and Civil Society Network on Migration and Development (CSOnetMADE) for this opportunity, and particularly recognizing the achievements of our previous work on promotion of SAFE, ORDERLY and REGULAR Migration, Women's Voices in Migration Decisions, and Campaign Against Human Trafficking in various Nigerian communities. We are indeed committed to this partnership. #ACIEDAFRICA #DevelopmentDashboard #CSOnetMADE #NigerianYouth #GIZNigeria #ECOWASCommision #centreformigrationanddevelopmentZME #NCFRMI #FMLE #AFRIDAC #ECOWASprotocolsonfreemovementofpersons #PCI

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  • View profile for Adeshile Adenekan, graphic

    Inclusive Development and Resilience Activities Expert

    ACIED AFRICA Safe Migration for All: Building Capacity and Promoting Awareness for Regular Migration Pathways in Nigeria Overall Objective: To enhance the knowledge and capacity of key stakeholders to promote regular migration pathways, reduce irregular migration, and improve reintegration outcomes for returnees, contributing to better migration governance in Nigeria.

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