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ABC Connects Fashion With Africa

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.ABC 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!Our 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.Topics covered will include:- Testimony from industry experts- Experience of successful designers- Access to finance opportunities- Networking with fashion insidersThis exclusive event is limited to 20 seats, so register now and don't miss out!

Free – £10

Rwandan Diaspora in the UK 2018 Study Presentation – London & Coventry

  The 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. The 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. Register to attend the London event here Register to attend the Coventry event at https://rwandadiasporacoventry.eventbrite.co.uk Who Should Attend This event will be specifically about Rwanda and its diaspora and will be of particular interest to: Those from Rwanda Those interested in Rwanda or its diaspora The African diaspora community The Agenda 18:00 Doors open 18:30-18:40 Welcome and Introductions 18:40-18:55 Overview of Rwanda’s Diaspora Policies, Initiatives and Opportunities 18:55 -19:05 Introduction of IOM Project and Background to the Mapping Exercise 19:05- 19:20 Presentation of the mapping report ‘Rwandans in the UK: their skills base and engagement with Rwanda” 19:20-19:40 Question and Answer Session 19:40 -19:50 Insight and Response 19:45-20:00 Diaspora Experiences - diaspora speakers to give an overview of their respective diaspora initiatives in Rwanda and/or the UK 20:00-20:10 Diaspora professional skills and investment opportunities in Rwanda 20:10-20:15 Closing Remarks 20:15-21.00 Refreshments and Networking

Free
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