October 27 & 29: Masterclass in Communications for Fundraising:

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October 27 & 29: Masterclass in Communications for Fundraising 

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The Influence and Impact Leadership Academy

This 12 month-long program, aimed at individual leaders and subject-matter experts, takes participants through a series of virtual and in-person trainings and workshops, covering a wide range of communications competencies and skills: from campaign strategy, to personal storytelling, op-ed writing, social media strategy and tactics, presentation skills and giving media interviews. The program combines theory with practical experience, guided by experienced mentors. Participants in this program work as part of a cohort, developing and deepening networks and relationships as well as hands-on skills. 

Organizational Influence and Impact Intensive

We work intensively in collaboration with the leadership and relevant team members of a single organization, on an influence and impact strategy. This entails an audit of existing strategies, practices and competencies, the development of a strategy story in partnership with the organization, and training and mentoring in advanced communications and impact skills. 

Workshops and Mentoring

Workshops offer an introduction and overview of the topic, while mentoring allows us to delve deeper, accompanying individuals and teams as they work towards a specific outcome, such as executing a campaign, telling a story before an audience; making a speech or presentation; publishing an Op-Ed, or giving a radio, television or podcast interview.

Testimonials


Job Tiguem Poudiougo
Brett helped me understand that social change begins with transforming narratives. He taught me to use storytelling as a strategic tool for leadership, influence, and advocacy. Thanks to his guidance, I have evolved from a technical role to that of a narrative leader capable of connecting individual stories to collective dynamics to generate lasting impact.

Job Tiguem Poudiougo

Child Protection Specialist with the International Bureau for Children's Rights, Bamako, Mali.

Mohamed Ali
Paula's expert feedback and encouragement helped me to cultivate a long-term writing habit, clarify my ideas, and focus my writing. I was amazed at how much progress I was able to make in such a short amount of time as well as at the quality of work I was able to produce. One of my pieces was published in the New York Review of Books

Mohamed Ali

Somali Human Rights Activist

Mariyam Bangura
Karim Bah's guidance played a significant role in strengthening my communications skills and professional growth. Through the Strategic Communications trainings he facilitated, I was able to develop a deeper understanding of effective communication strategies, particularly in areas such as messaging, audience engagement, media engagement and storytelling.

Mariyam Bangura

Former Communications Specialist, Forum Against Harmful Practices, Sierra Leone.