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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190718T170000
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SUMMARY:ABC Legal Seminar-Legal Tax and Intellectual Property
DESCRIPTION:This free seminar will give you insight into what you need to know and do legally for your business in relation to tax and intellectual property. \nThis session will provide information on key legal areas of interest no matter what stage your organisation is at. It will help you identify areas of support that you didn’t know you need! \nHosted by The AFFORD Business Club (ABC) in partnership with Morrison & Foerster LLP\, an international law firm. \nWho should attend? \nBusiness owners\, charities\, social enterprises  and entrepreneurs. \nRegister to attend this FREE seminar here
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-legal-seminar-legal-tax-and-intellectual-property/
CATEGORIES:Legal sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190703T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190703T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190627T105355Z
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SUMMARY:AFFORD Learn and Lunch with Denise Rawls
DESCRIPTION:According to the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) late payments\, over 30 days\, cost the UK economy over £2.5 billion every year and result in over 50\,000 businesses going under. \nFreelancers make up over 15% of the UK workforce and the impact of late payments means entrepreneurs are at regular at risk of losing their homes\, their relationships and struggling with their mental health. \nSometimes\, although unhelpful\, the reason for a late payment is understandable\, a late payment in the chain impacts everyone waiting to be paid further down the line. More often than not late payment is just down to poor financial management by a client.  In this webinar we will look at some tools you can use to encourage your clients to pay you quickly and before the 30- day limit and how to chase payments and remain objective\, professional and sane. \nRegister here
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/afford-learn-and-lunch-with-denise-rawls/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190620T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190620T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20190429T111634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190429T111634Z
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SUMMARY:ABC Legal Seminar- Business Structures and Conflict Resolution
DESCRIPTION:This seminar will give you insight into what you need to know and do legally for your business in relation to business structures and conflict resolution including: \n\nTypes of business organisation\, sole trader\, partnership\, company\, charitable status\nAvenues for conflict and dispute resolution\n\nThis free seminar is a vital session providing information on key legal areas of interest no matter what stage your organisation is at. It will help you identify areas of support that you didn’t know you needed! \nHosted by The AFFORD Business Club (ABC) in partnership with Morrison & Foerster LLP\, an international law firm. \nWho should attend? \nBusiness owners\, charities\, social enterprises  and entrepreneurs. \nRegister to attend this FREE seminar here \n 
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-legal-seminar-business-structures-and-conflict-resolution/
CATEGORIES:Legal sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190619T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190619T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20190429T105201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190429T105201Z
UID:5286-1560960000-1560967200@afford-uk.org
SUMMARY:ABC Legal Clinic - For Members
DESCRIPTION:The ABC Legal Clinics provide ABC Members access to an exclusive series of Clinics with experienced lawyers from the internationally-renowned law firm\, Morrison and Foerster LLP. The Clinics are an opportunity to have a one-to-one consultation with a specialist lawyer in your area of work\, who will provide pro-bono advice and guidance on any legal concerns or queries you may have. This could cover a range of topic areas including contracts\, employment\, tax\, IP and business structure. \nABC members are free to attend and should register by email abc@afford-uk.org \nNon-members interested in attending please email abc@afford-uk.org for further details. \n 
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-legal-clinic-for-members/
CATEGORIES:Legal sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190612T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190612T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20190605T111037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190605T111037Z
UID:5294-1560344400-1560348000@afford-uk.org
SUMMARY:ABC Webinar: Men\, Business and Wellbeing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our webinar which will be focused on Men\, Business and Wellbeing. \nWe will be covering: \n\nThe challenges faced by men in business\, and ways to overcome these\nAdvice for managing responsibilities and expectations of self\nThe importance of taking care of your mental health and where to go for support and guidance\n\nThe speakers will include Nii Odartei Evans of the BBC and Yann W. Tanoé of SunBird Journal Publishing.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-webinar-men-business-and-wellbeing/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190606T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190606T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20190429T121014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190429T121014Z
UID:5292-1559844000-1559851200@afford-uk.org
SUMMARY:Diaspora Experience Free Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Diaspora Experience programme session will provide information on volunteering needs and opportunities in Africa. It will help you identify areas of support that you can give by utilising your own expertise! \nLearn more about the experiences and opportunities on the continent during this event\, that you can participate in this year! \nWho should attend: \nThose interested in volunteering opportunities in Africa \nCome and find out about the Diaspora Experience programme as a whole register to attend here
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/diaspora-experience-free-information-session-2/
CATEGORIES:Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190522T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190522T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20190424T095120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190424T095120Z
UID:5285-1558544400-1558551600@afford-uk.org
SUMMARY:ABC Legal Clinic
DESCRIPTION:The ABC Legal Clinics provide ABC Members access to an exclusive series of Clinics with experienced lawyers from the internationally-renowned law firm\, Morrison and Foerster LLP. The Clinics are an opportunity to have a one-to-one consultation with a specialist lawyer in your area of work\, who will provide pro-bono advice and guidance on any legal concerns or queries you may have. This could cover a range of topic areas including contracts\, employment\, tax\, IP and business structure. \nABC members are free to attend and should register by email abc@afford-uk.org \nNon-members interested in attending please email abc@afford-uk.org for further details. \n 
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-legal-clinic/
CATEGORIES:Legal sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190521T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20190429T120531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190429T120531Z
UID:5291-1558461600-1558468800@afford-uk.org
SUMMARY:Diaspora Experience Free Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Diaspora Experience programme session will provide information on volunteering needs and opportunities in Africa. It will help you identify areas of support that you can give by utilising your own expertise! \nLearn more about the experiences and opportunities on the continent during this event\, that you can participate in this year! \nWho should attend: \nThose interested in volunteering opportunities in Africa \nCome and find out about the Diaspora Experience programme as a whole register to attend here
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/diaspora-experience-free-information-session/
CATEGORIES:Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190515T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190515T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20190501T120021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190501T120021Z
UID:5293-1557925200-1557928800@afford-uk.org
SUMMARY:ABC Webinar: The Business of African Food
DESCRIPTION:Join us for The Business of African Food webinar were industry experts and entrepreneurs – Albert Tucker of Karma Cola UK\, Kemi Onafuwa of Ades Foods and Tokunbo Koiki of Tokunbo’s Kitchen as a facilitator will discuss how to best overcome the practical challenges faced by those in the African food industry. \nThe webinar will cover \n\nHow to effectively set up your business\nThe realities of running an African food business\nChallenges and opportunities for entrepreneurs\nWhere to go for assistance and guidance\n\nWho is it for? \nThis webinar will appeal to those already in the food industry\,  food and beverage manufacturers\, as well as people interested in turning their passion of food into a business. \nRegister here.  You will be sent an access link to the webinar once registered. 
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-webinar-the-business-of-african-food/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190509T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190509T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20190429T114135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190429T114135Z
UID:5290-1557424800-1557432000@afford-uk.org
SUMMARY:Diaspora Experience Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Diaspora Experience programme session will provide information on volunteering needs and opportunities in Africa. It will help you identify areas of support that you can give by utilising your own expertise! \nLearn more about the experiences and opportunities on the continent during this event\, that you can participate in this year! \nWho should attend: \nThose interested in volunteering opportunities in Africa \nCome and find out about the Diaspora Experience programme as a whole register to attend here
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/diaspora-experience-information-session/
CATEGORIES:Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190429T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20190429T105645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190429T105645Z
UID:5287-1556524800-1556557200@afford-uk.org
SUMMARY:ABC Legal Clinic - For Members
DESCRIPTION:The ABC Legal Clinics provide ABC Members access to an exclusive series of Clinics with experienced lawyers from the internationally-renowned law firm\, Morrison and Foerster LLP. The Clinics are an opportunity to have a one-to-one consultation with a specialist lawyer in your area of work\, who will provide pro-bono advice and guidance on any legal concerns or queries you may have. This could cover a range of topic areas including contracts\, employment\, tax\, IP and business structure. \nABC members are free to attend and should register by email abc@afford-uk.org \nNon-members interesting in attending please email abc@afford-uk.org for further details.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-legal-clinic-for-members-2/
CATEGORIES:Legal sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190418T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190418T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20190402T144352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190402T144352Z
UID:5284-1555606800-1555621200@afford-uk.org
SUMMARY:The ABC Presents: Legal Seminars
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe AFFORD Business Club (ABC) in partnership with Morrison & Foerster LLP\, an international law firm\, is providing a free event for businesses\, charities and social enterprises to give you insight into what you need to know and do legally for your business in relation to contracts and employment law on Thursday 18th April 2019.  \nThis seminar will look at areas including: \n\nContracts\, formation\, effect and enforceability\, standard terms and exclusion clauses\nEssentials of relevant employment law\n\nThis free seminar is a vital session providing information on key legal areas of interest no matter what stage your organisation is at. It will help you identify areas of support that you didn’t know you needed! \nWhether you are a business\, a charitable organisation or an entrepreneur\, make sure you don’t miss out on this essential legal support opportunity! \n  \nTickets are free click here to register now
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/the-abc-presents-legal-clinics/
CATEGORIES:Legal sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190328T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190328T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20190314T122042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190314T122042Z
UID:5283-1553796000-1553806800@afford-uk.org
SUMMARY:ABC Connect: Unlocking Women and Technology
DESCRIPTION:We are very excited to present to you: ABC CONNECT: UNLOCKING WOMEN & TECHNOLOGY\, the ABC’s partner event with iSpace Foundation and The Radical Leap Company. \nOn Friday 28th March 2019\, at the ABC offices\, we are bringing together industry experts\, successful entrepreneurs and tech professionals with insights on unlocking potential in and for women in the tech industry. You can expect:\n• Industry knowledge from experienced professionals\n• Real-life stories of successful entrepreneurs\n• Tips on access to finance opportunities for tech start ups\n• Networking with technology insiders \nOur guest speakers will include Abake Adenle of AJA.LA Studios\, Noreen Makosewe of The Radical Leap Company and Kay Kukoyi Founder of Purposeful Products. \nThis exclusive event is limited to 20 seats\, click here to register now and don’t miss out!
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-connect-unlocking-women-technology/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190313T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190313T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20190304T152432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190304T152432Z
UID:5282-1552482000-1552485600@afford-uk.org
SUMMARY:Doing Business in Zimbabwe Webinar
DESCRIPTION:You are exclusively invited to participate in a webinar hosted by the AFFORD Business Club (ABC)\, which will be focused on Doing Business in Zimbabwe. The speakers will include Na Ncube of The Global Native\, Busi Bango of EMPRETEC and Denise Rawls of AFFORD UK as a facilitator.  \nWe will be covering:\n• How to effectively set up your business\n• The realities of running a business in Zimbabwe\n• Challenges and opportunities for entrepreneurs\n• Where to go for assistance and guidance\nTo register for the session click here
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/doing-business-in-zimbabwe-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190220T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190220T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20190214T181915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190214T181915Z
UID:5281-1550685600-1550689200@afford-uk.org
SUMMARY:ABC Connect
DESCRIPTION:  \nABC Connect in February will be a partner event with Business Networking and Growth London an exciting networking and social event targeted at the ambitious Black business owner. In relaxed City settings\, come along with your business cards\, product samples etc. to network\, sell and build relationships with like-minded businesses. The event attracts business owners\, directors and senior management from a rich and diverse mix of business sectors. \nThe ABC Members will receive FREE tickets to attend this event and continue growing your network with like minded entrepreneurs. \nRegister here
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-connect/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190212T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20181219T184017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181219T184017Z
UID:5278-1549996200-1550005200@afford-uk.org
SUMMARY:Diaspora Professionals in Development and Humanitarian Spaces
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us on Tuesday 12 February 2019 at the Connecting Diaspora UK Networking Event “Diaspora professionals in development and humanitarian spaces” co-hosted by Shabaka\, the African Foundation for Development (AFFORD) and Centre of African Studies SOAS\, University of London. Connecting Diaspora UK is a networking event for diaspora professionals working in the development and humanitarian sectors. The aim is to build a constituency of African and Middle Eastern diaspora professionals to increase diversity in these sectors and facilitate collaborations between international organisations and the diaspora. \nIf you are: \n– Diaspora/migrant from Africa\, Near and the Middle East regions \n– Working or interested in international development and humanitarian sectors \n– Seeking to connect with those with similar interests in international development and humanitarian response \n– Seeking to gain an insight into the role and potential of diaspora communities in peace\, development and humanitarian response \nThen join us for this informal network event and build and strengthen new relationships! \nRegister here
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/diaspora-professionals-in-development-and-humanitarian-spaces/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190124T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190124T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20181221T161436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181221T161436Z
UID:5280-1548352800-1548363600@afford-uk.org
SUMMARY:ABC Connects Fashion With Africa
DESCRIPTION:ABC Connect is the AFFORD Business Club’s monthly networking event. It is an opportunity to network with members and gain some insight from experts in various fields. \nABC Connect in January 2019 will be a roundtable discussion focusing on the business of fashion in Africa and reaching wider markets. We will be hearing from industry experts\, successful designers and those with the finance to provide necessary insight to fashion entrepreneurs with their eye on Africa! \nOur guest speakers will include Jacqueline Shaw Director of Africa Fashion Guide\, Yemisi Mokuolu CEO of Hatch Africa and Aji Ayorinde Founder and Creative Director of MIA London. \nTopics covered will include:– Testimony from industry experts– Experience of successful designers– Access to finance opportunities– Networking with fashion insiders \nThis exclusive event is limited to 20 seats\, so register now and don’t miss out!
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-connects-fashion-with-africa/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190122T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190122T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20181219T181730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181219T181730Z
UID:5279-1548180000-1548185400@afford-uk.org
SUMMARY:UK Visa Refusals for African Visitors
DESCRIPTION:Chi Onwurah MP\, Chair of the APPG for Africa\, invites you to a parliamentary meeting to discuss UK visa refusals for African visitors. \nOn Tuesday 22nd January from 6pm until 7.30pm in the Grimond Room\, Portcullis House\, House of Commons \nThe meeting provides an opportunity for guests from a diversity of sectors including academic\, cultural\, NGO \, health and business to share evidence with parliamentarians on the consistency and quality of the decision making of UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) for visa applications. Evidence will be presented to a panel of parliamentarians to feed into a policy brief in advance of APPG for Africa roundtable meeting with the UK Immigration Minister\, Caroline Nokes MP\, two weeks later. \nSome guests will be invited to formally present their evidence to the panel and advance notice will be given. Those not presenting to the panel will have the opportunity to submit written statements in advance of the meeting and to ask questions during the Q&A if time allows. \nWritten statements should be submitted as soon as possible to Hetty Bailey on baileyh@parliament.uk but no later than Tuesday 8th January. (NB- Statements should be succinct\, refer to the questions below\, be no longer than 1500 words and in Word document format). \n  \nThis meeting hopes to gather evidence and information from participants on the following questions: \n1) What is your experience of supporting African nationals in applying for visas for African nationals to conferences / events / business meetings/ training sessions in the UK? \n2) How many times have you supported African nationals to apply for a UK visa\, of whatever type? \n3) How many were rejected or approved? What were the most common grounds for refusal given? How many were granted\, but too late to allow the participant to attend? \n4) For those that reapplied\, how many were granted visas? What circumstances changed in their application? Did they resubmit with additional information? And did the visa arrive in time for them to attend the event? \n6) Have you seen any evidence of inconsistency in decision-making regarding visa applications? \n7) What do you understand to be the main barriers to submitting successful visa applications for African nationals? And can you estimate how many might have decided not to visit the UK because of the difficulty of obtaining a visa? \nNB- Please note that numerically presented evidence is particularly valuable. \nGuests are actively encouraged to invite their local Members of Parliament to attend the meeting and listen to the evidence. \n  \nA guest list will be in operation. If you are interested in participating please e-mail the APPG for Africa at baileyh@parliament.uk with your name\, role and organisation. \nThis meeting in being held in a collaboration between the APPG for Africa\, The Royal African Society\, AFFORD and the APPG for Malawi.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/uk-visa-refusals-for-african-visitors/
CATEGORIES:Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190110T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190110T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20181221T145725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181221T145725Z
UID:5277-1547143200-1547154000@afford-uk.org
SUMMARY:Rwandan Diaspora in the UK 2018 Study Presentation - London & Coventry
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe International Organisation for Migration (IOM)\, the Rwanda High Commission (RHC) and the African Foundation for Development (AFFORD) are co-hosting two events in the UK for the Rwandan community to present findings and recommendations from a recent study of Rwandans in the UK and gather feedback and comments on the content; to provide an overview of Rwanda’s diaspora policies\, initiatives and opportunities; and to showcase individual diaspora engagement experiences from Rwandans living in the UK. \nThe events will also provide an opportunity for networking and wider discussions on diaspora engagement within the Rwandan community in the UK. The events are scheduled for 10th January in London and 11th January in Coventry. \nRegister to attend the London event here \nRegister to attend the Coventry event at https://rwandadiasporacoventry.eventbrite.co.uk \nWho Should Attend \nThis event will be specifically about Rwanda and its diaspora and will be of particular interest to: \n\nThose from Rwanda\nThose interested in Rwanda or its diaspora\nThe African diaspora community\n\nThe Agenda \n18:00 Doors open \n18:30-18:40 Welcome and Introductions \n18:40-18:55 Overview of Rwanda’s Diaspora Policies\, Initiatives and Opportunities \n18:55 -19:05 Introduction of IOM Project and Background to the Mapping Exercise \n19:05- 19:20 Presentation of the mapping report ‘Rwandans in the UK: their skills base and engagement with Rwanda” \n19:20-19:40 Question and Answer Session \n19:40 -19:50 Insight and Response \n19:45-20:00 Diaspora Experiences – diaspora speakers to give an overview of their respective diaspora initiatives in Rwanda and/or the UK \n20:00-20:10 Diaspora professional skills and investment opportunities in Rwanda \n20:10-20:15 Closing Remarks \n20:15-21.00 Refreshments and Networking
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/rwandan-diaspora-in-the-uk-2018-study-presentation-london/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20181122T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20181122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20180927T142007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180927T142007Z
UID:5275-1542907800-1542916800@afford-uk.org
SUMMARY:AFFORD Business Club legal clinics with Morrison & Foerster LLP
DESCRIPTION:Following on from the success of the ABC Legal Seminar on Thursday 20th September \, AFFORD Business Club are offering members access to an exclusive series of Legal Clinics with experienced lawyers from an internationally-renowned law firm\, Morrison and Foerster LLP. \nThe Clinics will be an opportunity to have a one-to-one consultation with a specialist lawyer in your area of work\, who will provide pro-bono advice and guidance on any legal concerns or queries you may have. This could cover any of the following topic areas: \n\nTypes of business organisation\, sole trader\, partnership\, company\, charitable status\nContracts\, formation\, effect and enforceability\, standard terms and exclusion clauses\nEssentials of relevant employment law\nTax considerations for entrepreneurs\nAvenues for conflict and dispute resolution\nIntellectual Property\nInternational trade: Import and Export\n\nThe dates of these clinics are as follows: \n\nThursday 22nd November 2018\nThursday 6th December 2018\n\nIf you are interested in attending any of the legal clinics and would like to join AFFORD Business Club click here. 
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/afford-business-club-legal-clinics-with-morrison-foerster-llp/
CATEGORIES:Legal sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20181114T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20181114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224422
CREATED:20181108T180802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181108T180802Z
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SUMMARY:#DiasporaTransformers- Facebook live discussion celebrating the impact of African diaspora entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:This year we are celebrating Global Entrepreneurship week #GEW2018 from 12th-18th November 2018 by showcasing the impact that diaspora entrepreneurs have towards development in Africa on all our social media channels. Follow #diasporatransformers to get updates and join the conversation on the importance of African diaspora entrepreneurship. \nWe are also hosting a series of Facebook Live roundtable discussions which will take place from Wednesday 14th November 2018 at 1:30pm. The discussions will focus on exploring the impact diaspora entrepreneurs are making towards development in Africa and provide up and coming entrepreneurs with advice on how to start and maintain a successful diaspora business. \nSpecial guests include:  \n\nBashair Ahmed\, Founder of Shabaka Enteprise \nAnnette Fisher\, Partner at FA Global \nYasmin Botchway\, Blogger & YouTuber \nMariatu Turay\, Founder of Gitas Portal  \nTobi Oludayomi\, Co-founder of Studio 14\n\nLike and Follow us on Facebook to join! \n 
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/diasporatransformers-facebook-live-discussion-celebrating-the-impact-of-african-diaspora-entrepreneurs/
CATEGORIES:Round tables
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SUMMARY:Beam Talks- Applications of Blockchain Technology in Sierra Leone
DESCRIPTION:Beam Talks is Smiling Through Light’s UK initiative which showcases the diverse career routes of Sierra Leonean women living in the UK\, focusing on the applications of Blockchain Technology in Sierra Leone. The event will take place on the 3rd October 2018 and provide a space where role models can discuss their achievements\, experiences and challenges with a new generation of change-makers. \nThe event will consist of a presentation\, panel session and audience Q&A. \nThe discussion will cover: \n\nApplications of Blockchain Technology in Sierra Leone.\nAchievements\, experiences and challenges with a new generation of change-makers.\nContributions of the Sierra Leonean community in the UK.\nUpdate on Smiling Through Light’s activities – access to clean energy in Sierra Leone\n\nWhy you should attend \nYou will have the chance to hear stories and experiences of an incredible panel of diverse people. Through discussion and debate\, we’ll challenge misconceptions about Sierra Leone\, foster greater awareness and change narratives about the country. \nFind out more about the event & register to attend by clicking here. 
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/beam-talks-applications-of-blockchain-technology-in-sierra-leone/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Best of Nigeria Investment Expo 2018 (BONNIE 2018)
DESCRIPTION:Theresa May’s recent visit to Nigeria and pledge to boost Britain’s investment in Africa after Brexit\, along with the Nigerian governments promise to make Nigeria a global investment destination means that there is high demand for further investment in Nigeria. \nThe Best of Nigeria Investment Expo (Bonnie 2018) taking place from October 3rd-4th at the ExCel Centre in London will capitalise on this demand\,  showcasing the many investment & business opportunities that Nigeria has to offer. The expo is the first of its kind to bring senior Nigerian Government Officials and successful entrepreneurs together with key investors from across sectors and continents. \nGuests will have the opportunity to: \n\nDiscuss investment opportunities across various sectors\nGain brand exposure with global institutions and private investors\nNetwork with peers and potential investors\nReceive first class advice on business investment opportunities\n\nIf you are interested in attending\, please click here to get your free ticket.  \nAFFORD Business Club members will have the opportunity to exhibit at the expo via the ‘SME Booster Package’ at a discounted rate of 10%\, To  find out more email  katharine@afford-uk.org for further information.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/best-of-nigeria-investment-expo-2018-bonnie-2018/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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SUMMARY:International Customers and Relationships Creative Enterprise Programme
DESCRIPTION:Our ABC Manager Elvina Quaison\, alongside our Diaspora Experience Manager\, Jacqueline Brown\, will be hosting an ‘International Customers and Relationships‘ session as part of the Assembly Hub 15 day intense training programme in Lagos on the 28 September 2018. The Assembly Hub is a diaspora-led organisation based in Lagos which provides business support and advice to creative entrepreneurs in Nigeria. \nThe Assembly wants to give fashion\, beauty and creative entrepreneurs a fresh start with a 15-day intense training program in Lagos called The Creative Class. The training’s are designed to accelerate entrepreneurs in the fashion and creative sector with the essential knowledge and tools they require to start and grow a creative enterprise. \nThe session will focus on:\n– Understanding your global customer\n– Why customer service is king\n– How to distinguish yourself from your competitor\n– Why effective communication is key\n– Pathways to selling \nIf you are interested in registering\, please click here. The deadline for registering to participate is 10 September 2018.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/3529/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Third Diaspora Investment & Policy Forum in Nigeria
DESCRIPTION:The Enterprise Development Centre (EDC)\, in partnership with AFFORD\, is hosting the Third Diaspora Investment Policy Forum in Lagos (Nigeria). The event will focus on building successful diaspora businesses in Nigeria through the provision of tailored and effective support from business development institutions\, local government and regulatory bodies\, private sector and other stakeholders in the SME sector. \nThe topics covered throughout the forum will include: \n\nTackling barriers to investment\nMaintaining business integrity\nFinding financial solutions to challenges\nGeneral business support and advice\n\nThe Forum is an invitation-only event\, and so if you are interested in attending or require more information please email Katharine Baxter at katharine@afford-uk.org.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/third-diaspora-investment-policy-forum-in-nigeria/
CATEGORIES:Forums
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SUMMARY:ABC Legal Seminar with Morrison & Foerster LLP
DESCRIPTION:The AFFORD Business Club (ABC) has joined with Morrison & Foerster LLP\, an international law firm\, to provide a free event for businesses\, charities and social enterprises to give you insight into what you need to know and do legally for your business. \nAre you trying to figure out the best structure for your enterprise? \nIs tax causing you confusion and frustration? \nAre your contracts and agreements with staff and service providers really protecting you? \nThis seminar will look at these areas and more including: \n• Types of business organisation\, sole trader\, partnership\, company\, charitable status\n• Contracts\, formation\, effect and enforceability\, standard terms and exclusion clauses\n• Essentials of relevant employment law\n• Tax considerations for entrepreneurs\n• Avenues for conflict and dispute resolution\n• Intellectual Property\n• International trade: Import and Export \nThis free seminar is a vital session providing information on key legal areas of interest no matter what stage your organisation is at. It will help you identify areas of support that you didn’t know you needed! \nThis will also be an excellent opportunity for you to meet the team of lawyers who will be providing free one to one sessions for our ABC members. Come and find out about the other benefits and assistance you would receive if you became an AFFORD Business Club (ABC) member. \nWhether you are a business\, a charitable organisation or an entrepreneur\, make sure you don’t miss out on this essential legal support opportunity! \nThe deadline to register is Tuesday 18th September 2018\, and please note seats are very limited for this event so please register early to avoid disappointment. \nTo register for free please click on the link here.  \nIf you have any questions please contact katharine@afford-uk.org
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-legal-clinic-with-morrison-foerster-llp/
CATEGORIES:Legal sessions
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SUMMARY:How to Get Featured by the Media
DESCRIPTION:In this comprehensive business seminar small business owners\, professionals and entrepreneurs will learn how to undertake their own media campaigns and get media attention for their personal and business brands. \nCore elements of the seminar will include: \n\nUnderstanding different types of media – The various layers and types of media.\nUnderstanding PR and the media\, and the impact it has on business growth.\nTelling Your Business Story – How to write a great press release with a winning headline.\nMedia Training – Tips on preparing for media exposure\nCrisis Management – Tips on how to handle a crisis in the media spotlight\nHow To Use Media Coverage To Grow Your Brand – Using media coverage to attract new customers and clients\nIdentifying Your Audience – Learn how to position the brand to get the right press in front of the right audience.\nUse Social Media To Make An Impact – Pinpointing the best social media platforms necessary to amplify the brand.\n\nRonke Lawal\, Founder of Ariatu PR is dedicated to seeing small business shine and succeed\, using over a decade of business experience she will be giving business owners an overview of understanding different types of media and how use media coverage to grow your brand. \nAFFORD’s Business Club members will benefit from 40% discount. Send an email to events@afford-uk.org to find out more. \nFor further info click here. 
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/how-to-get-featured-by-the-media/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:AFFORD Rwanda Trade Mission Briefing Session
DESCRIPTION:AFFORD Business Club is  in the process of organising a Trade Mission to Rwanda for diaspora entrepreneurs and investors on the 26th November 2018 to 30th November 2018 (TBC). This period has been chosen as it coincides with the Rwanda Trade Expo focused on Made in Rwanda products. This will be a great opportunity to carry out market research\, locate partners and identify gaps in the market that your products and services could respond to. \nThe Trade Mission will aim to:\n– Expose UK diaspora businesses to opportunities in Rwanda\n– Facilitate introductions for possible business partnerships\n– Highlight the services and products of UK businesses\n– Showcase opportunities within Rwanda to UK businesses \nThe offer:\nDelegates will have the opportunity to attend and have showcase space at Rwanda’s largest Trade Expo. Attendees will meet potential partners and clients as well as visit key business sites in Kigali. \nDelegates will also benefit from:\n– Pre-trip meeting to give background and insight into doing business and business opportunities in Rwanda\n– Post-trip connection follow up assistance\n– Opportunity to participate in social media live sessions to share experience and reach greater audiences \nThe event will start at 18:30 sharp. Please get there for 18:00 in order to to get enough to time to meet and network with other participants. Light refreshments will be served.  \nClick here to register for a free ticket. 
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/rwanda-trade-mission-briefing-session/
CATEGORIES:Trade research missions
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SUMMARY:MADE West Africa Webinar: Call for Proposals Ghana & Sierra Leone
DESCRIPTION:The Migration and Development West Africa project\, Partnership for a Governance of Migration and Rights-Based Mobility\, also known as MADE West Africa is funded by the European Commission and implemented by ICMC Europe (International Catholic Migration Commission)\, AFFORD (African Foundation for Development)\, the Centre for Migration Studies (University of Ghana) and FORIM (Forum of International Organizations of Migration Issues) \nMADE West Africa has opened a call for proposals from organisations whose actions promote the positive potential of migrants for development from Ghana and Sierra Leone. \nThe call for proposals particularly concerns maximizing the contribution of diaspora to effectively support development and job creation in Ghana or Sierra Leone. It is part of a series of actions implemented by AFFORD in partnership with local organisations. AFFORD will be hosting a free 1 hour webinar on Tuesday 14th August at 4pm available to anyone interested in applying. The webinar will include: \n• An introduction to the work and objectives of AFFORD and MADE Network\n• An overview of the application process\n• Criteria for eligibility and selection process\n• Top tips for a successful application \nIf you would like to take part in this free webinar\, please fill in the form here.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/made-west-africa-webinar-call-for-proposals-ghana-sierra-leone/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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SUMMARY:From Locally Known to Global Brands
DESCRIPTION:  \nAfrican Diaspora and Development Day (AD3) is now in its 18th year\, with a reputation as the most prestigious event that brings together African Diasporas living in the UK. It also serves as a platform for networking and sharing of knowledge\, information and best practice\, with UK\, African and other multi-lateral policymakers. \n  \nAD3 2018’s theme will be exploring the question ‘From locally known to global brands – Where are all the global African brands?’ To gain answers to this question we will hear from 3 industry experts share their experience and knowledge about:\n– Branding of African goods and services\n– Scalability of African businesses\n– Longevity of African industry – dealing with Founder’s syndrome \nAFFORD would like to invite you to attend\, benefit from our experienced speakers and network with like minded people. \nClick here to register for a free ticket. \nKey speakers on the day will include: \n \nAde Daramy- Chair \nAde Daramy is current Chairman of Trustees at AFFORD and works for the British government in a media advisory role. Ade has over 35 years experience working in broadcast and print journalism. He has worked as editor for Journal of Sierra Leone Studies\, editor in chief for Promota Africa magazine\, radio and TV Broadcaster for BBC World Service and works as a consultant on African Diaspora affairs. Ade was educated in both Sierra Leone and the UK and is the founder member of the Sierra Leone Diaspora Network and the Sierra Leone- UK Diaspora Ebola Response Taskforce (SLUKDERT). \n  \n \nPumela Salela- Brand South Africa \nPumela Salela is the current head of Brand South Africa in the UK- the custodian of the South Africa country brand. Her role is to market South Africa in the UK and attract foreign direct investment into South Africa. Prior to serving in this role\, Pumela was the Chief Director for Economic Policy Development and Planning at the Department of Economic Development in South Africa. \nMs Salela holds various consultancy and advisory positions for a variety of organisations including: board member of the Global Sourcing Council\, ambassador for Sustainable and Socially Responsible Outsourcing in Africa\, Executive Committee member of the Tri-Sister City Alliance\, advisory council member of the World BPO Forum and works as a BPO/ITes Consultant for the World Bank. \n \nPaul Asquith- Reaching and Understanding Communities\, IOM Rwanda Mapping Project \nPaul Asquith currently works as Engagement and Policy manager for AFFORD. Since 2012 Paul has helped develop and coordinate ADEPT\, a network of African diaspora groups based in 30 European states that are active in development across a range of sectors in 54 African states. \nPaul has 20 years’ experience of managing community development and public health projects\, and conducting research in Africa\, Europe\, and the UK. For ten years Paul commissioned and managed specialist public health and treatment services in London for vulnerable groups including drug and alcohol users and sex-workers\, with a particular focus on HIV and TB prevention. Paul is also a Research Associate at the Centre of African Studies\, SOAS\, University of London\, where his research interests include: diasporas\, migration\, development\, culture\, health\, and migrant communities; Islamic models of development in North Africa and the Horn; and Islamic education and development in Ethiopia. \n \n Henry Thompson- Scalability of African Businesses\, Key Challenges & Opportunities \nHenry Thompson is the project consultant for the Africa programme at Chatham House. Prior to this\, Henry managed a DFID-funded rural development and research programme in Namibia; he then worked for JICA for four years covering Africa from London. During this time\, his two main areas of expertise were developed: rural development in Angola\, and humanitarian mine action. Henry subsequently worked in the Angola business unit of BP as a community affairs advisor. \nHenry started out in rural development\, promoting and applying the sustainable and equitable use of natural resources in arid and semi arid regions. In the 80’s he worked on commercial irrigation projects in the Arabian Gulf\, but moved to examine desert ecology in the Negev.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/from-locally-known-to-global-brands/
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