Fora: Network for Change (formerly G(irls)20)

Our Young Feminist Economy report is LIVE! Over the past year, we set out to ask one critical question: What if the economy was designed with the prosperity of gender-marginalized youth in mind? You can find the full report here: foranetwork.org/young-feminist….

📣 Come join our Board of Directors! We’re looking for passionate, equity-driven leaders to help guide Fora’s next chapter. Applications close next Friday — so spread the word! 🔗 Learn more + Apply: foranetwork.org/work-with-us

✨Good news, young leaders!✨ We're excited to share that we've extended to application deadline for Rise on Boards and Rise on Boards+! You now have until April 14, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST to apply. 🌟 We look forward to reading your applications, superstars!

We've created a free resource to help you take actionable steps to make sure your board remains resilient and effective. Check it out at foranetwork.org/transform-your….

Did someone say free? 🔗 Visit foranetwork.org/free-resources

We want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible accomplishment of Fora's founder, Farah Mohamed, who has been appointed a Senator by the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada. Please join is in celebrating this incredible milestone for Farah 🎉.

Beyond the work we do with young leaders, we're focused on transforming boards from within. We encourage you to use our guide to enhance your board’s capacity to innovate and invest in young talent. Download our free resource today! foranetwork.org/more-than-a-se…

As a reminder, we'll be hosting a free town hall event next Wednesday from 6-7 PM EST. This event will be virtual and is open to all members of the Fora community! 🔗 Link to register: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

✨This is your last chance to apply to the Global Leaders Impact Fund – applications close tomorrow! 🔗 Link to apply: airtable.com/appzRltpsHToXT…

If you've been on the fence about applying, we've answered some of your most frequently asked questions. Heads up, you don't need a fully developed project to apply! 👀 🔗 Applications are due on February 18 at 11:59pm: airtable.com/appzRltpsHToXT…

We're excited to announce that we'll be hosting a free virtual town hall event! The town hall will take place on February 26th from 6-7 PM EST, and you can register for the event using the link: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Kicking off the first week of Black History Month with words from our CEO Emma Asiedu-Akrofi, as featured in the latest Women of Influence article! We're so proud to have leadership that centers an intersectional lens in our organization.

📢 Calling on our friends in the Northwest Territories, we're looking for volunteers to support our small initiative of bringing folks together for a collaborative workshop in Yellowknife next month! Apply here: loom.ly/f0XOQtM __ #volunteer #Yellowknife

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[THREAD 2/2] Global Summit alumni can now apply for a new Micro-Grant of $1,000 CAD per person. 🔗Further details and application link can be found at foranetwork.org/global-summit. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!

[THREAD 1/2] 🚨Don’t miss this unique opportunity! With generous support from Virgin Unite, Fora is launching a Micro-Grant program for our Global Summit alumni. The Global Summit has empowered young changemakers to advocate for social justice, locally and globally.

Interconnectedness is a term that comes up a lot for us at Fora. It's a powerful concept that cultivates a deeper appreciation for the ways we are all connected to each other through our systems, communities, and experiences.

As we look forward to February, we wanted to take time this month to center the language of Black Futures and offer some powerful words and concepts to frame the work we do in our programs and with our community. 💫 First, let's define Black Futures.

[THREAD 2/2] It was an incredible year of learning, innovation, and progress for us at Fora. We're thrilled to share this recap and want to extend our sincerest thanks to every Delegate, Facilitator, Mentor, and Donor who made this program possible.

[THREAD 1/2] 🌏 As we prepare for the next iteration of the program, we're excited to take a moment to look back on the 2024 Global Summit! To learn more about the Global Summit and to find out when 2025 applications open, visit: foranetwork.org/global-summit

Some parting words from Roshaydia as we head into 2025. She said it perfectly, "Investing in young leaders is investing in our futures." You have until 11:59 pm tonight to make a tax-deductible donation to Fora – invest in future leaders today! Happy New Year Fora community💜