Introduction The PeaceJam Foundation is an international nonprofit organization that connects Nobel Peace Prize laureates with young people to promote peace education, youth leadership, civic engagement, and community-based social action. History and Background PeaceJam was established in 1996 in Denver, Colorado. The organization has since developed an international network that brings the experience and ideas… [Read More]
Leadership
PK Amoabeng Leadership Foundation: Developing Ethical and Transformational African Leaders (Ghana)
Introduction The PK Amoabeng Leadership Foundation is a Ghana-based organization that develops aspiring and practising African leaders through structured training, mentorship, entrepreneurship support and values-based leadership education. History and Background The Foundation was established by Captain Prince Kofi Amoabeng, a Ghanaian entrepreneur, retired military officer and former leader of the UT Group. Drawing on its… [Read More]
MY Bharat: Empowering Youth through Leadership, Volunteering and Experiential Learning (India)
Introduction MY Bharat, formally known as Mera Yuva Bharat, is a Government of India initiative that connects young people with volunteering, experiential learning, leadership development, mentorship and nation-building opportunities. History and Background The Union Cabinet approved the establishment of Mera Yuva Bharat as an autonomous body on 11 October 2023. Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially… [Read More]
Center for Native American Youth: Advancing Indigenous Youth Leadership and Advocacy (United States)
Introduction The Center for Native American Youth is a national education and advocacy organization that works alongside Native youth to strengthen their leadership, amplify their voices, and improve their health, safety, opportunities, and overall well-being. History and Background Founded in 2011, the Center for Native American Youth, commonly known as CNAY, operates as a program… [Read More]
The NGO Whisperer Centre for Social Impact: Strengthening Nonprofit Leadership and Organisational Sustainability (United Kingdom)
Introduction The NGO Whisperer Centre for Social Impact is a Manchester-based organisation that equips nonprofit leaders, social entrepreneurs and mission-driven institutions with leadership skills, organisational systems, strategic visibility and innovative tools for achieving sustainable social impact. History and Background The NGO Whisperer began in March 2018 as a consulting business providing technical assistance to nonprofit… [Read More]
Emerging Leaders Foundation Africa: Advancing Youth Leadership, Governance and Economic Empowerment in Africa
Introduction Emerging Leaders Foundation Africa (ELF-Africa) is an African youth-focused nonprofit organization working to develop values-based leadership, strengthen active citizenship, promote accountable governance, and expand economic opportunities for young people. The organization focuses particularly on enabling young women and men to participate meaningfully in governance, the economy, and public affairs while contributing to positive social,… [Read More]
WomenLift Health: Advancing Women’s Leadership in Global Health
Introduction WomenLift Health is a global leadership development organisation working to increase the power and influence of women in health. It supports women leaders embedded within ministries, hospitals, universities, research institutions, nonprofit organisations and other bodies that shape health systems. The organisation combines leadership development, mentoring, professional networks, institutional partnerships and evidence generation. Its central… [Read More]
Nigerian Economic Summit Group: Economic Policy Research and Reform in Nigeria
Introduction The Nigerian Economic Summit Group is a nonprofit, nonpartisan and private-sector-led think tank that promotes economic policy reform, sustainable development and public-private dialogue in Nigeria. Known as NESG, the organization works with government institutions, businesses, researchers, civil society organizations and development partners to help build an open, inclusive, competitive and sustainable Nigerian economy. History… [Read More]
Global Road Safety Partnership: Advancing Road Safety Worldwide
Introduction The Global Road Safety Partnership is an international nonprofit organization that works to reduce road-crash deaths and injuries, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Known as GRSP, the organization develops partnerships among governments, civil society, businesses and development agencies. It supports evidence-based road-safety policies, advocacy, traffic-law enforcement, professional training, grants and practical interventions that… [Read More]
Oppenheimer Memorial Trust (South Africa): Grants, Scholarships, Funding Programs, and Community Impact
Introduction The Oppenheimer Memorial Trust (OMT) is one of South Africa’s leading philanthropic foundations, dedicated to advancing education, research, social justice, arts and culture, and youth development. Established in 1958, the Trust supports initiatives that drive systemic change and create equitable opportunities for South Africans. Through grants, scholarships, fellowships, and strategic partnerships, OMT invests in… [Read More]
