William Hogan’s Post

𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐧�� 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 In our interconnected world, the future of African associations hinges on collaboration—both Pan-African and global. By bridging borders, associations harness diverse perspectives, pool resources, and amplify their collective voice. Why Collaborate? 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐬𝐭: Collaborations ignite fresh ideas and technologies, fueling growth within associations. 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲: Pooled resources empower associations to tackle ambitious projects beyond individual capacity. 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲: A collective voice wields greater influence, advocating for member-centric policies and sectoral progress. 𝐏𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: Global and regional insights enhance operations and member services. Save the Date: Join us for the 5𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 (𝐀𝐀𝐒5) on 29-30 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫, 2024 at the 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐮𝐬 𝐍𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞 (𝐉𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐂) 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐫 𝐄𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐚𝐦. Network, learn, and elevate your association’s impact! Secure your ticket and learn more by visiting www.afsaesummit.org #AAS5 #CollaborateForImpact #AfricanAssociations #AIinAssociations

➡ This study, by Eurofound, provides information to allow for an assessment of the representativeness of the national and supranational social partners at cross-industry level in the EU. 💡 This study identified CES - ETUC, BusinessEurope, SMEunited and SGI Europe as the most representative social partner organisations at cross-industry level in the EU. 👉 For More: https://lnkd.in/dUFmaDwC

For those of you coming to LIBER Europe's annual conference in Limassol, we expect you to chat about what is happening now in the EU, about the proposals and actions of KnowledgeRights21, to discuss ideas and proposals for the involvement of libraries in decision-making on the right to knowledge. With Ana Lazarova and Deborah De Angelis #LIBER2024, #AccesstoInformation

📌 27 May 2024 The #GIFIproject of the European University Institute will be in Antigua and Barbuda, Caribbean, for the Small Island Developing States Conference. 🌎🇦🇬 The fourth International Conference on SIDS will bring world leaders together to agree on a bold new programme of action. 💡 Our team will participate with the event 'Creating robust digital networks for resilient prosperity', co-organised by Cabo Verde, Dominican Republic, EU, Samoa, the UN Development Programme, and the UN Conference on Trade and Development. The aim is to take stock of the ongoing initiatives in the SIDS countries, and identify good practices, gaps, and priorities for further action, particularly in the Global Digital Compact, trough an interactive debate. A shared vision of the internet as open, free, and secure can shape our future. 🌐 #GIFI #FutureOfTheInternet #SIDS4 Learn more ➡️ https://loom.ly/nO95GPc

I am honored to share that I was one of the speakers at the #EuropeanYouthConference, held in Alicante, Spain, from 1-4 October 2023. This event was organized by the Spanish Youth Council and Consejo de la Juventud de España Institute of Youth (#INJUVE) under the Spanish Presidency of the Council of the #EU. The conference brought together over 250 participants, including youth delegates and organizations, representatives from the Ministries of Youth of the #EU Member States and beyond, as well as from the European Commission. It was part of the #EU Youth Dialogue, the largest youth participation process in Europe, with its conclusions delivered as policy recommendations to EU decision makers. I had the opportunity to share my views and experiences on Youth in vulnerable situation. “I emphasised that youth in alternative care should also be taken into account. I also pointed out that different identities and diversity perceptions exists in young people who face different obstacles: poverty, unemployment, violence, mental health issues, war, disability, climate change, migration, housing problems, access to education, racism, and others. It is also important to keep in mind how these young people feel: lonely, prejudiced, lost, failed, dependent.. I also mentioned our projects in Aldeas Infantiles SOS de España were we have concrete projects which target young people living in alternative care, supporting them after they come out of age, helping them become included in society as independent individuals in a stable life situation. Finally I also emphasised that diversity and identities need to be taken into account when designing any measures for young people living in alternative care. Increasing tolerance, acceptance, and sense of belonging for all these young people is key, and it can only be done by tailoring approaches to the needs of young people living in alternative care” I would like to thank the organizers for inviting me to speak at this inspiring event. I hope that my contribution will help shape a more inclusive and sustainable future for European youth. If you are interested in learning more about the European Youth Conference and the EU Youth Dialogue, you can check out their website or download here the report 📚 👇🏾

🌟 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬! 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐄𝐔 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐚 🇪🇺🇪🇸 📅 From 4 to 6 of October we will be present at the #EUID23. Don't hesitate to reach us out if you want to know more about how to protect your #intellectualproperty rights in China. 🤝 The other International IP SME Helpdesks will be present too! The event will delve deep into the future of industry with a focus on: 🌱 The Green Transition: main drivers, opportunities, and challenges of sustainability. 💻The Digital Revolution: focus on the latest in digital innovation and its impact on industries. 🌐Resilience & Autonomy: EU open strategic autonomy. 🌍 Global Integration: the integration of Ukraine into the single market and reinforcement of EU industry capacity. 👉Learn more about the event and register here: https://lnkd.in/dq8BWpJ2 European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) Latin America IP SME Helpdesk India IP SME Helpdesk South-East Asia IP SME Helpdesk. Intellectual Property in Africa #KnowBeforeYouGo #InternationalIPSMEHelpdesks #EUIndustryDays

Big countries in Europe are actually small 🤔 here’s why! To be a place where innovation can thrive, we don’t need to become more American, we need to become more European. The goal of this project is to… Highlight excellence – to shift the discussion from negative memes to our impressive realities Showcase the actual problems – to unify the narrative of our requests to policymakers Suggest few and simple solutions – to allow policy makers picking efforts with high leverage eu/acc #euacc

|| MEDIA HIGHLIGHT || Dr. Bada Akintunde Johnson, Paramount Africa's Country Manager, recently visited TVC to emphasize the significance of participating in the upcoming Africa Creative Market(@africacmglobal) and Global Tech Africa Conference, 2023. The primary focus of the events is on enhancing the capabilities of creatives, with ACM collaborating with global entities to facilitate knowledge transfer and exposure. GTA on the other hand is a platform envisioned to drive growth within the African tech ecosystem. Dr Johnson underscored that grants were successfully obtained by attendees at the previous ACM, catalyzing their creative endeavours. The upcoming ACM and GTA Conference in 2023 will promote collaborations, innovations, and different topics, offering in-depth discussions and strategic solutions for the challenges faced in Africa's tech industry and creatives. Save the date, spread the word, and stay tuned for more updates. Dates: 3rd, 4th, 6th and 7th of November 2023 (ACM). 16th - 19th of November 2023 (GTA). 📍21st Century Technologies 5 Jeremiah Ugwu St, Off Babatunde Anjous, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, Nigeria #ACM2023 # GTA2023 #AfricaCreativeMarket #GlobalTechAfrica #AfricaCreativeMarket2023 #GTAConference2023 #CreativesinLagos #anticipating #exhibition #nothingtodoinlagos #Countdown #DanceShow #femaleentrepreneurs #ExhibitionPartner #Womenempowerment #WomenInBusiness #Empowercreatives #mentorship #paneldiscussions #AfricanCreativeMarket #ArtisticExpression #InnovationUnleashed #CreativityUnbound #CountdownToACM2023 #ACMAwaits #CountdownToCreativity #DanceBossMasterclass #ACM2023 #BrandYourPassion