‘’Localisation will only become real when power dynamics are openly addressed, such as donors holding fiduciary risk being willing to transfer it to local organizations. It requires trust to be built and donors accepting a level of risk. INGOs must be willing to become less central and local organizations need to be ready for what […]
‘’Stewardship is about holding the future in trust; leaders choosing transparency, allocating resources not just for this quarter’s numbers but for the next generation’s flourishing. It is the art of holding the tension between performance and care, knowing that the journey is as important as the destination.’’ Dr Roze Phillips is a medical doctor turned […]
‘’I would advise diasporas to consider investing in renewable energy and technology startups. These sectors not only have high growth potential but also align with global sustainability trends’’ Marina is a multiple award-winning expert in international relations, trade, and development, committed to advancing economic growth, social development, and gender equality. With a focus on diaspora […]
‘’We have to get out of the dynamic of having things done on our behalf. We need to pull together, ask what we can do collectively, what we should protect and what forms of government and leadership would move us from survival to collective wealth’’. Mercy is an international development professional, passionate about social inclusion […]
“Stories are powerful and connect us in a very deep emotional way. Our stories also never get old and are unique to us. Knowing the power that lies in ‘owning’ our unique stories can literally change the world we live in for good.”
“There’s been a very incremental approach to encouraging diverse thinking and new ways of working. We need a wholesale set of changes. Companies need to start assessing people on results, not hours worked and really encourage people to believe in what they are doing.”
“As women, we are taught to try and please everyone. This can be our downfall. Learn to say no! Some things, no matter how tempting can be a distraction to your main goal.”
“Sometimes our dreams tell us that we’re stuck in our career and we need to make a shift. The only way we learn and grow our muscles is by trying new things. You have to wake up and smell the reinvention coffee!”
“Shoulds’ and “have-to”s are damaging. The more we choose what we will do, the more we feel we are in control of our lives, which leads to greater success in all areas of our lives”
“Leadership is about character, the willingness to do the right thing even if it is difficult or unpopular. Sitting on the fence is not an option”.