Stories of Local Leadership: Resilience in the Face of Crisis
Stories of Local Leadership: Resilience in the Face of Crisis
Session Overview
In an era of overlapping global crises and unpredictable funding, locally-led nonprofit and social venture leaders organizations embody resilience. They are adapting to challenges, innovating new solutions, and continuing their work without compromising their mission. At the same time, funders are rethinking their role, exploring more flexible, crisis-proof funding models.
A continuation of the African Visionary Fund and Rippleworks’ Stories of Local Leadership event series, this session serves to highlight the importance of coming together as a community to build long-term resilience during times of uncertainty. Through sharing real-world stories and practical strategies, social impact leaders and funders will engage in transparent discussions about what it takes to not just survive, but thrive—and how both sides can work together to build a more stable future.
Not a Panel—A Space for Storytelling & Collective Problem-Solving
This is not a traditional panel discussion. This format is designed for everyone in the room to share experiences and collaborate on creative ways to respond to our new reality. The session will flow like this:
Hear from a leader navigating real-world crises.
Break into small discussions with other attendees to explore challenges and solutions.
Hear from another leader, then rotate to new groups to exchange fresh perspectives.
Featured Speakers
Ntakamaze Nziyonvira, Executive Director, CIYOTA
Mary Helda Akongo, Donor Relations Manager, Fundi Bots
Moderators
Meeghan Zahorsky Paul, Chief of Staff, Rippleworks
Atti Worku, Co-CEO, African Visionary Fund
This is a rare opportunity to hear firsthand from visionary leaders who lead at the frontlines of impact. Expect to walk away with new ideas, real insights, and maybe even some new friends.
This event is free and open to all, but space is limited—RSVP now to secure your spot!