Join us online on 18th June for a dialogue exploring people power change in South Africa, featuring esteemed speakers Vice-Chancellor and Principal Francis Petersen from the University of the Free State (UFS) and Dr. Francois Bonnici from the Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship.
Whether in mega cities or rural communities, people worldwide have demonstrated their power to create lasting change. Across the globe, people are coming together to tackle societal challenges, finding innovative solutions together to advance the needs of their own communities. It is the resilience, strength and collective power of citizens, deeply attuned to their local contexts, that enable communities and places to thrive.
As the nation marks 30 years of democracy amidst looming elections and a burgeoning youth population, this conversation will delve into the rich tapestry of South Africa’s past, present, and future stories of social innovation from both local and global perspectives.
Whether you are familiar with South Africa beyond the mainstream media narrative or new to its historical and social context, this webinar will provide a deeper understanding of emergent themes including:
- Locally Rooted, Globally Connected – why now is a pivotal moment for the global community to learn from South Africa’s experience.
- The Role of Institutions in fostering people-powered change.
- The future of South Africa and beyond, and the role of young people in driving change.
This dialogue serves as a prelude to the first global Social Innovation Indaba in Bloemfontein, South Africa in fall 2024. For more information about the event, please visit www.si-indaba.com.
