Overcoming Barriers and Promoting Synergy Between Academia and Development Practice

Welcome everyone to this episode of Charles Speaks on Alternative Convos. In this edition we explore a critical issue, re-energising job creation and entrepreneurship in Africa. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change.

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Kim Poole, Soul-Fusion Performing Artivist and Founding Fellow of the Teaching Artist Institute (TAI), about her life as an artivist and the future of artivism. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's progress. This podcast is a unique space where diverse perspectives are welcomed and valued, creating a safe environment for alternative viewpoints. Hosted by Charles Kojo Vandyck, Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change. Disclaimer: “The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the guest’s own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the host. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only”. Contact: Kim via https://www.instagram.com/kimpoolemusic/

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Deborah Nana Ama Abbey, Former Emerging Public Leaders (EPL) Fellow and Communications Assistant at West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) about lessons from the Mepe Flood Response in the Volta Region of Ghana. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's progress. This podcast is a unique space where diverse perspectives are welcomed and valued, creating a safe environment for alternative viewpoints. Hosted by Charles Kojo Vandyck, Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change. Disclaimer: “The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the guest’s own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the host. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only”. Contact: Deborah via https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-nana-ama-abbey-b76087a9/

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Kekeli Yaw Dorkenoo, Founder and CEO of Keldork Global Innovations based in Accra, Ghana about how E-Health is revolutionising healthcare and development in Africa. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's progress. This podcast is a unique space where diverse perspectives are welcomed and valued, creating a safe environment for alternative viewpoints. Hosted by Charles Kojo Vandyck, Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change. Disclaimer: “The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the guest’s own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the host. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only”. Contact: Kekeli via https://www.linkedin.com/in/kekeli-dorkenoo/

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Hellen Kuria, Programme Coordinator - Community Voice and Philanthropy at the Kenya Community Development Foundation about her perspectives on Gen Z protests and movement building in Kenya. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's progress. This podcast is a unique space where diverse perspectives are welcomed and valued, creating a safe environment for alternative viewpoints. Hosted by Charles Kojo Vandyck, Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change. Disclaimer: “The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the guest’s own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the host. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only”. Contact: Hellen via https://www.linkedin.com/in/hellenkuria/

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Dr. David Sidikie Yambasu, Director of Ministerial Follow-Up and Strategic Coordination at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation in the Republic of Sierra Leone about his perspectives on the challenges and prospects of civil society government relations. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's progress. This podcast is a unique space where diverse perspectives are welcomed and valued, creating a safe environment for alternative viewpoints. Hosted by Charles Kojo Vandyck, Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change. Disclaimer: “The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the guest’s own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the host. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only”. Contact: David via https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-yambasu-9a043477/

Welcome everyone to this episode of Charles Speaks on Alternative Convos. In this edition we explore a critical issue: the entrenched dominance of political party duopolies in some countries. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change.

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Aisha Saliho Dukuray, the Executive Director of the Girls Empowerment Initiative Sierra Leone about tackling Child Marriage Through Agricultural Empowerment and Livelihood Support. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's progress. This podcast is a unique space where diverse perspectives are welcomed and valued, creating a safe environment for alternative viewpoints. Hosted by Charles Kojo Vandyck, Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change. Disclaimer: “The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the guest’s own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the host. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only”. Contact: Aisha via https://www.linkedin.com/in/aishasaliho-dukuray/

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Micheal Ohene-Effah, the co-founder of LeadAfrique International and the director of IntelAfrique Limited about about the leadership challenge in Africa and his mission to change the narrative. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's progress. This podcast is a unique space where diverse perspectives are welcomed and valued, creating a safe environment for alternative viewpoints. Hosted by Charles Kojo Vandyck, Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change. Disclaimer: “The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the guest’s own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the host. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only”. Contact: Micheal via https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-ohene-effah-05592346/

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Gervin Chanase, a doctoral candidate at the Bamberg Graduate School of Social Sciences in Bavaria, Germany and an accomplished international development expert about the overcoming barriers and promoting synergy Between academia and development practice. Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's progress. This podcast is a unique space where diverse perspectives are welcomed and valued, creating a safe environment for alternative viewpoints. Hosted by Charles Kojo Vandyck, Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change. Disclaimer: “The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the guest’s own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the host. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only”. Contact: Gervin via https://www.linkedin.com/in/gervin-chanase-96a3a225/