Tech for Good:
Fostering Social Innovation and Digital Investments for Transformative Change
29th - 30th September, 2020 | 10AM (WAT)
Why Attend?
Breakfast Dialogue has been running since 2017 and keeps getting better each year. This conference seeks to broaden the knowledge of key leaders in the public, private and social sector on the opportunities Economic, Social and Governance (ESG) principles present for organizations and the attendant positive impact on Africa’s economy. The event is designed to: • To provide the uniqueness, complexity and reality of the adoption of ESG strategies in African context. • To provide information the importance of adopting ESG strategies and its alignment with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). • To provide the relevance of ESG adoption to non-profit organizations. • To highlight the opportunities and benefits associated with ESG strategies in Africa including the attraction and retention of investors and donors. • To spotlight on successful initiatives promoting ESG sustainability in Africa.
Who Should Attend?
The conference will convene a multi-stakeholder audience inclusive of public, private and social sector leaders. We are pleased to invite: Social entrepreneurs and social innovators, Young entrepreneurs and startup founders, University and polytechnic students, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Members, Policymakers and government officials, Non-profit leaders, Media, Youth advocates, Business professionals, Tech and creative professionals, Industry experts, Investors, Development partners, etc.
Panel Conversations
BUILDING THE RESILIENCE OF SOCIAL SECTOR ORGANIZATIONS THROUGH DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
The pandemic has caused major disruptions around the world and the social impact sector is no exception to the disruption. Organizations are grappling with unprecedented challenges as work practices have changed dramatically. Leveraging technology to digitize and automate key business processes and facilitate remote modes of program delivery will not only ensure service continuity but drive greater efficiency and effectiveness.
FOSTERING A KNOWLEDGE-DRIVEN ECONOMY AND OVERCOMING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE FOR AN INCLUSIVE FUTURE
The simultaneous growth of the Internet, mobile telephone, and digital technologies has revolutionized the role of knowledge in modern societies. As countries around the world are increasingly moving towards knowledge for competiveness and productivity, it is critical for Africa, as part of the global economy, not to be left behind.
THE LANDSCAPE OF PHILANTHROPY: TECHNOLOGY AND THE FUTURE OF THE SOCIAL SECTOR
Today’s global crisis has exposed the operational vulnerabilities of social change organizations. As the impacts of covid-19 evolves, needs across communities continue to multiply and extend beyond healthcare to social and economic challenges. Strategic investments in technology will not only enable impact but will lay the foundation for longer term recovery and greater possibility of achieving the Sustainable Development goals.
Keynote Address
Leslie Williams
CEO, Wits University, Tshimologong Precinct, South Africa
Fostering Ownership: Driving Sustainable Impact in Communities across Africa.
Panel Speakers
Nkemdilim Uwaje Begho
Md/Ceo Future Software Resources
Lade Araba
Co-Founder & President Visiola Foundation
Prof. Olayinka David-West
Academic Director, Lagos Business School
Bosun Tijani
CEO, CO-CREATION (CCHUB) HUB
Sharmi Surianarain
Chief Impact Officer, Harambee Youth Employment
Oluseyi Oyebisi
ED, Nigeria Network Of NGOs
Kemi Lala Akindoju
Ukinebo Dare
MD, Edo State Skills Development Agency
Bankole Oloruntoba
Co-founder, Startup Arewa
Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata
Tech Expert, CFA Media Channels TV Presenter
Jane Egerton-Idehen
Country Manager, Nigeria Avanti Communications
Tomilayo Aluko
Head, Customer Experience for Wholesale Banking Access Bank
Fireside Chat: Disrupting Traditional Approaches to Social Issues
This informal conversation styled session will feature a social innovator who has leveraged technology to deliver social value and impact. Have your questions ready for a Q&A that promises to be insightful and unfiltered!
Foluso Gbadamosi
Director, Business Process & Technology, Prime Atlantic Nigeria Limited
Temie Giwa-Tubosun
Founder/CEO, Life Bank Nigeria
MasterClass: Meet the Experts
ACT Foundation Breakfast Dialogue also incorporates a "Meet the Experts" Masterclass, an interactive class session designed to tackle shared challenges within the social sector and provide practical solutions to spur immediate action. The 2020 Masterclass sessions will comprise of three virtual classes and would be facilitated by seasoned experts in each field of the masterclass topics. Attendance is exclusive to a maximum of 100 pre-registered participants.
Masterclass 1
Non-profit Tech 101: Solutions for Optimizing Impact
Masterclass 2
Utilizing Storytelling for Social Impact Reporting
Masterclass 3
Sourcing for Grants
Masterclass Speakers
Ololade Otayemi
Chief of Staff, Ventures Platform
Emilia Asim
Founder/Practice Director, AML
Chidi Koldsweat
Founder, Donors for Africa
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