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Empowering Young Africans to Grow Africa | Lady Comfort Ocran | TEDxUniversityofCapeCoast
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-02 16:26
Youth Development & Empowerment - The organization aims to empower a new generation of young people to take control of their destiny and create change in their communities [4] - Statistics indicate a significant youth population in Africa, with 400 million (million) young people aged 15-35, projected to double to 800 million (million) by 2050 [4][5] - In Ghana, approximately 13 million (million) young people aged 15-35, with only one in three employed, highlighting a significant challenge [5] Springboard Rosho Foundation's Initiatives - Springboard Rosho Foundation engages young people by providing hope and ideas, focusing on entrepreneurship, financial literacy, mentorship, and career guidance [6][7] - The foundation has impacted the lives of over 800,000 (thousand) young people through its programs [7] - The organization partners with institutions like Mastercard Foundation and MTN to deliver programs such as the Ghana Growth Program [7][13] Success Stories & Impact - The organization highlights success stories of individuals like Michael, a former yogurt seller who pursued education and became a manager, demonstrating the power of belief [8][9][10][11] - Another example is Thomas, who established a private primary school in his community after being inspired by the program, showcasing the power of boldness [11][12][13] Ghana Growth Program - The Ghana Growth Program focuses on opportunities in the extended value chain for agriculture and at vet [14] - The program has a presence in all 16 regional capitals and 48 districts, reaching 440,000 (thousand) young men, women, and persons with disabilities [14][15]
New York Times Bestselling Author and Leading Organizational Psychologist Adam Grant to Headline bbcon 2025 Tech Conference
Prnewswire· 2025-06-24 13:30
Group 1 - Blackbaud will host its annual tech conference, bbcon 2025, from October 6-8 in Philadelphia, featuring keynote speaker Adam Grant [1][2] - The conference aims to bring together thousands of Blackbaud users and those interested in leveraging Blackbaud's software for social impact, offering over 100 sessions led by industry experts [3] - Blackbaud is recognized as a leading software provider dedicated to social impact, serving various sectors including nonprofits and education, with over $100 billion raised or managed annually through its platforms [5] Group 2 - Adam Grant is a prominent organizational psychologist and bestselling author, known for his insights on leadership and motivation, and has a significant following on social media [2] - The conference will provide opportunities for attendees to enhance their skills, network within the Blackbaud community, and learn about upcoming innovations from Blackbaud leaders [3] - Blackbaud operates as a remote-first company with a global presence, supporting users in over 100 countries [5]
Old National Again Named Among the 50 Most Community-Minded U.S. Companies by Points of Light
Globenewswire· 2025-06-04 13:40
Core Points - Old National Bancorp has been recognized as one of "The Civic 50" honorees for 2025, marking the second consecutive year for this achievement [1][5] - The Civic 50 award is given to the 50 most community-minded companies in the U.S., based on criteria such as employee volunteering, community investment, corporate citizenship, and social impact programs [2][4] Company Overview - Old National Bancorp is the holding company for Old National Bank, ranking as the fifth largest commercial bank headquartered in the Midwest, with approximately $70 billion in assets and $37 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2025 [5] - The company focuses on building long-term partnerships with clients while supporting the communities it serves, offering services in consumer and commercial banking, wealth management, and capital markets [5] Community Engagement - In 2024, Old National employees logged over 67,000 collective volunteer hours, contributing to a total of more than 6.5 million hours volunteered by The Civic 50 companies, which is double the average for U.S. companies not in this group [3] - Points of Light emphasizes that companies like Old National demonstrate how social impact initiatives benefit employee well-being and strengthen community ties [4] Recognition Criteria - The Civic 50 honorees are selected based on four dimensions of corporate citizenship and social impact programs: investment of resources and volunteerism, integration across business functions, institutionalization through policies and systems, and impact measurement [7]
