Nairobi_Unconference: Beyond Data, Beyond Borders.
In a world seeking solutions, where challenges fuel our collective spirit, we witnessed a spark of hope ignite at the “Unconference: Beyond Data, Beyond Borders.” This gathering wasn’t just about breaking barriers, it was about unlocking the power within each of us to build solutions. Let’s delve into the inspiring reflections and insights gleaned from this transformative…
A Data-Driven Safari of Social Impact
This blog was written by Kavneet Kaur from Dasra As I arrived at Sawela Lodge in Naivasha last Sunday morning, I felt the weight of fatigue from travel lift as I absorbed the stunning landscape and the contagious energy of the workshop attendees. Read more
Wetlands and Climate Change: Perspectives of a Female Pastoralist
Wetlands and Climate Change: Perspectives of a Female Pastoralist By Mike O’maera Wetlands are indispensable for human survival. The countless benefits or ecosystem services that they offer humanity, for instance, freshwater supply, food and building materials, biodiversity, flood control, groundwater recharge, and climate change mitigation make wetlands one of the world’s most productive environments. Further,…
Communications, an enabler of sound Advocacy
By Purity Mumo – East Africa Philanthropy Network Satisfactory communications is at the heart of effective advocacy. Communication and advocacy are closely linked: one cannot engage in any form of advocacy without some communication, and most communications are targeted at influencing opinions and decisions (Shaik 2012). Precisely, being heedful of the message, the audience and the…
How big and expedient is Big Data to the Civil Society Space?
Purity Mumo, East Africa Philanthropy Network Big data is an amalgamation of structured, semi-structured and unstructured data collected by organisations and that can be unearthed for information and used in tool learning projects, predictive modelling and other revolutionary analytic applications. Structured data is regularly in a systematised layout, has a clear-cut formation, abides by a…
Philanthropy and Changing Power Dynamics
Webinars and reports on shifting power, decolonizing aid, or transforming development are widespread. In this blog post, Matilda Maseno discusses the challenges, shifts, and decision-making arenas to be considered as philanthropy moves toward a new ecosystem based on philanthropic generosity, driven by shared values with those closest to the challenges driving social change.
