The Systems Change Initiative (SCI)’s Post

The Africa Evidence Network (AEN) has made significant strides in enhancing evidence-informed decision-making (EIDM) in Africa through the creation of Communities of Practice (CoPs), These CoPs are designed to strengthen capacities and promote collaboration among EIDM practitioners across the continent. By offering both virtual and in-person spaces for practitioners to connect, share insights, and learn from one another, the CoPs are well-positioned to drive innovation and improve practices within the field. Additionally, the focus on mentorship within these communities presents a valuable opportunity for both experienced professionals and newcomers to exchange knowledge and support each other’s professional growth. This initiative exemplifies how structured and collaborative environments can significantly advance EIDM, leading to more effective and well-informed policy decisions throughout Africa. In her blog post, Siziwe Ngcwabe (BA Social work, MBA, MPM.) highlights that the @Africa_evidence has established several communities of practice (CoPs) to advance its work in 2023: https://lnkd.in/d8bwTc9m. #AfricaEvidenceWeek2024 #AfEW2024 Africa Evidence Network (AEN)

Do not miss this one. I am looking forward to seeing you there Africa Evidence Network community: This #webinar is happening tomorrow from 14:00 to 15:15 hours (SAST) to learn more about innovative capacity development strategies that advance evidence-informed decision-making (EIDM) throughout the continent. Our expert panelists will discuss their views on the different #EIDM processes and any required transformation for more impact: https://lnkd.in/gz2b9THf.

In 2024, IDinsight’s West and North Africa team made significant strides in advancing evidence-based #policymaking and empowering regional leaders to create lasting impact. ⬇️ 🌍 From evaluating programs that boost rural livelihoods in Senegal 🇸🇳 to building measurement systems that guide nationwide budget allocation in Morocco 🇲🇦, our work has focused on enabling evidence-based policy-making. 📝 In his year-end letter, Torben Fischer, our Interim Regional Director, outlines IDinsight's plans for 2025 in West and North Africa. 🔗 Read his full letter here: https://lnkd.in/g4BYjzi9

🌍 The Policy Engagement Approach at ASGAt the African School of Governance (ASG), we’re dedicated to fostering dialogues and building collaborative solutions to tackle Africa’s most pressing policy challenges. Our Public Engagement efforts bring leaders across sectors together to drive meaningful change. Key initiatives include: Closed Roundtables: Private discussions where cross-sector experts tackle critical policy issues. High-Level Conferences: Forums uniting policymakers and key stakeholders to discuss Africa’s development needs. Faculty Advisory Work: ASG faculty collaborate with organizations across sectors, providing evidence-based solutions for effective governance. Through these initiatives, ASG isn’t just sharing knowledge — we’re creating action plans to shape governance and drive impactful change. #ASG4Africa #GovernanceInAfrica 

The impact your organization makes in the community is invaluable. However, effectively communicating these tangible metrics and outcomes to key stakeholders is crucial for sustaining support and growth. Do you know an emerging organization or company operating within Africa's dynamic #socialimpact ecosystem? Share this post with them and encourage them to fill out our short 8-question survey linked in the comments below! #SmartImpactConsult

🎥 As we look back on #9thAfricaWaterWeek, Olufunke Cofie our Africa Director for Research Impact at IWMI, shares her insights and key takeaways in this video. #OneCGIAR

USAID Unsolicited Solutions for Locally Led Development Sustainable and locally driven ideas come from organizations of all types and sizes worldwide. To ensure that these ideas have the opportunity to be considered, Unsolicited Solutions for Locally Led Development (US4LLD) sets aside a portion of its annual budget to provide USAID Missions (country offices) with the funding needed to support unsolicited applications that advance locally-led development. How to Submit an Idea: Concepts are accepted at any time from eligible organizations and entities. Please note: Individual awards cannot exceed $2,000,000. Final award amounts will be determined through negotiation, based on the availability of funds, and with a scope consistent with the interests of USAID. Organizations that have submitted an unsolicited concept to US4LLD should wait until a positive or negative determination is made before submitting additional concepts. How to Apply | Local, Faith, and Transformative Partnerships | Unsolicited Solutions for Locally Led Development | U.S. Agency for International Development (usaid.gov)

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗶s𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗜𝗗 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗮𝗱 Today, together with USAID (Sarah Rose, @Rachel Leeds ), along with Missy Christy, director of the Colombian organisation Conviventia Colombia and Daniel Jean - Louis Jean-Louis, we reflected on our evolving roles as diverse organizations in the field of systems thinking and localisation. We explored questions such as: What is our influence on the systems in which we work? Speakers emphasized the importance of adaptive management from their own contexts. For donors, this approach requires embracing uncertainty and allowing for greater flexibility in adjusting objectives and indicators. This adaptability enables responsiveness to the complexities of dynamic systems. Achieving system change requires a long-term vision, ongoing reflection on contextual developments, and the inclusion of actors at every level, from community to national. Prioritising local embedding is essential, as is alignment with government policies. This process demands a 'learning by doing' approach.  In all these systemic efforts, it’s crucial to keep the individual and their dignity at the very heart of our work. More information about new position of USAID: https://lnkd.in/eKGBh9Dn

Lives and Livelihoods Fund is aiming at enhancing the effectiveness of vital projects in their portfolio through an adaptive results-based management (aRBM) program