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OPINION | Community mobilisation is the answer to rising populism in South Africa. By fostering unity, communities can be empowered to hold public and private institutions accountable. https://lnkd.in/de55Mm7e

All Girls Foundation for Development was established with youthful visions and carries the message of empowering youth and activating their role in community development. On #International_Youth_Day, we stress the importance of investing in the energies of young people and their future vision. Youth are the leaders of tomorrow, and they are the ones who will make positive change in our societies #IYD2024 #AGF #Yemen

Community Development Starts from Personal Development Recently, I was in Dar es Salam Tanzania to lecture young people from Eastern Africa on the “Politics of Policy Making,” during the Policy Hangout organized by Cheetahs Policy Institute. While exposing them to the process of policy making, analyzing policies in Africa using case studies, I also spoke on the need embrace strategies and methodologies that will promote community development. During my practical session, I asked them to mention their representatives at various assemblies but only a few of them could. I also asked them about their perception on politics and what they are doing in their respective communities to promote development; but I discovered that a lot of them are passionate about community development but lack basic skills for advocacy. Personal Development is crucial to achieving community development. You can be passionate about creating change and lack the ability to drive the change. If you are a young person, it should be part of your daily routine to bring change to your immediate environment and you need quality exposure and the capacity to drive the change. So, for you to promote development, even at your work, personal development is crucial. Our communities need more young people, particularly now that we are advocating for youth inclusion, thanks to Yiaga Africa for making sure of this, but, we also need to build ourselves- invest in personal development, to be involved. #personaldevelopment #communitydevelopment

All Girls Foundation for Development was established with youthful visions and carries the message of empowering youth and activating their role in community development. On #International_Youth_Day, we stress the importance of investing in the energies of young people and their future vision. Youth are the leaders of tomorrow, and they are the ones who will make positive change in our societies #IYD2024 #AGF #Yemen

This is a summary of my article published in Development in Practice. Empowerment is an essential component of the rights-based approach to community development. We empower our program participants to enhance their socio-economic conditions in the development sector. But will empowerment guarantee a dignified life for those who receive it? The discourse on empowerment needs to enhance the concept of dignity. By conceptualizing dignity, the theory of empowerment will be complete. For more information, read my article "Violation of Human Dignity: a Case Study of Dalit Adolescent Girls in Nepal" here: https://lnkd.in/gdhvU64b. I thank Development in Practice Journal (DiP) for publishing this article. #dignity #empowerment #development #rightsbasedapproach

The National Policy on Community Development Gender and Children, 2000 clearly emphasizes the need for girls to have access to all necessary services including education, in order to bring about self and national development. #ArudiShule #ElimuBilaUbaguzi #ChangeTanzania

My name is Shabasongo Chilenga, I am a Community Case Officer, my role sheds light on Community awareness and service provision on HIV/AIDS, WASH, Vulnerability Assessments, civic rights, Community Health, Sexual and Gender Based Violence. As someone who is passionate about community development, my life journey is rooted in a commitment to civic engagement, aiming to make a tangible impact through the work that I do. With a background in Community Development, I bring a wealth of expertise in consensus building, Stakeholder Collaboration, implementing inclusive initiatives that address community needs, advocacy and problem solving, understanding the intricacies of fostering sustainable change. I recently joined the inaugural cohort of the Diamond Incubator Ltd 's WAVE Program as a participant. The Program which is a collaborative effort between the Diamond Incubator Ltd & the US Embassy Zambia through its American Spaces Program, seeks to capacitate young emerging Zambian civic leaders with tools and strategies needed for their involvement in the country’s social and political life that converge to increase the overall health of the country. This program serves as a dynamic platform for honing my abilities and collaborating with diverse stakeholders who share a common goal of advancing our community. My commitment to community development extends beyond professional aspirations; it is a personal ethos. Through my involvement in various civic activities, I have witnessed first-hand the transformative power of collective action. The WAVE Program, with its focus on capacity building, aligns seamlessly with my vision of contributing to a resilient and thriving community. In essence, my expertise is not just a set of skills; it's a mindset deeply ingrained in community betterment. The WAVE Program, with its emphasis on continuous learning thus amplifies my dedication, allowing me to play a more impactful role in shaping the positive trajectory of my community's future. I am excited about this opportunity for me to be able to leverage the tools, networks and overall experiences that I will gain from this program in order to effectively contribute to the ongoing positive transformation within my community and ultimately, my entire country. U.S. Embassy Zambia The Diamond Incubator Ltd #leadershipdevelopment #capacitybuilding #TheWave #growth #civicengagement #DiamondIncubatorLtd #usembassyzambia

Pakistan, Balochistan. BRACE yourselves - Noreen, a young woman activist from Tootak union council in Khuzdar district heads a cluster of local community organisations. This network of women's organisations made a plan and made government accountable - activating public services for the people of Tootak. Who says it's difficult to work with women in Balochistan? The #EU funded Balochistan Rural Development & Community Empowerment Programme (BRACE). This is how you strengthen citizen-state relationships.

🚨 Re-advertisement: Call for Proposals for Community-Based Organisations (CBOs) - Community Rights Action Grants (Third Year) 🚨 The Community Rights (ComRights) project is offering an exciting opportunity to enhance the capacity of CBOs in Zimbabwe! The project aims to promote greater community engagement and participation in governance processes to drive people-centered development. The project will be awarding three (3) Community Rights Action Grants to CBOs working in specific project areas (Hopley, Mutare-Odzi, Chivi, Gutu, Gweru, Kwekwe, and Cowdray Park). Each grant is valued at USD 12,000 for 9 months. CBOs are invited to submit proposals focused on addressing key community issues, with the opportunity to collaborate with local Community Rights Resource Persons (CRRPs) to find innovative solutions. Successful CBOs will receive support through social lab methodology, peer learning, and networking opportunities. ⏰ Deadline: 21 October 2024   📄 For more details, please refer to the attached document. #CommunityRights #CivicEngagement #CBOs #Governance #Development

"Today, on Nyerere Day, we honor Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere (1922-1999), the Father of the Nation and a visionary leader whose legacy of unity, independence, and Pan-Africanism continues to inspire us. As we reflect on his contributions, Tanzania Projects remains committed to fostering community development and empowerment. 🇹🇿 #NyerereDay #MwalimuNyerere #TanzaniaProjects #PanAfricanism #LegacyOfUnity"