ADEL QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER Q4 2023 |
|
|
Dear ADEL Alumni and AD Community,
We are delighted to bring you a glimpse into the updates, events and accomplishments of our dynamic ADEL alumni community.
The 2023 edition of the ADEL program saw the active participation of 41 exceptional individuals hailing from diverse regions across the Atlantic Basin & Africa. Over the course of 3 intensive days of programming and an additional 3 days devoted to the Atlantic Dialogues conference, these participants demonstrated exemplary commitment and engagement. We extend our sincere appreciation to each participant and the alumni who graced us with their presence, contributing significantly to this year's program.
In recent months, the ADEL alumni have continued to make impactful strides in their respective fields. Their noteworthy contributions, reflected in blogs and collaborations with PCNS, underscore their dedication to advancing critical dialogues around the Atlantic. |
|
|
10th Edition of the ADEL Program 2023 |
|
|
As is customary each year, the 2023 edition of the program consisted of sessions, workshops, and site visits. The cohort had the privilege of interacting with experts including Ade Mabogunje, a professor specializing in design thinking at Stanford University (California), Kassie Freeman, President and CEO of the African Diaspora Consortium, and Renée Cummings, Professor of Practice in Data Science at the University of Virginia. Their discussions spanned a diverse array of topics, ranging from the impact of Artificial Intelligence on future employment opportunities to exploring prospects in the Atlantic basin, as well as the application of design thinking in policymaking and sustainability within public policy. The interactive workshops, with a focus on leadership, the intersectionality of gender and race, and the art of storytelling, among other subjects, provided the group with valuable insights and new tools for learning. |
|
|
Visits to the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) in Benguerir, the Green Energy Park and Green Smart Building Park, along with a visit to the 1337 Coding School (Morocco's first coding school), provided the group with insights into the realm of Moroccan research and innovation. Following their participation in the program, the ADEL cohort seamlessly transitioned to The Atlantic Dialogues conference, held in Marrakech from December 14 to 16. During the event, one 2023 Emerging Leader spoke at a Breakout Dinner—an event featuring thematic discussions held in the city alongside the conference. Additionally, five leaders from the cohort had the opportunity to speak at the final plenary session, which was dedicated to the ADELs. Thiago Elert Soares, a young professional serving as the Head of Partnerships for the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) from Brazil, addressed the topic of "Navigating Sustainability Dilemmas: Cultivating Global Agriculture for Food Security" during a Breakout dinner. For the conference’s final plenary session, dedicated to the cohort, Hillary Briffa, Oumaima El Idrissi, Jens Meijen, Pedro Franciso Vormittag & Rosann "Roxy" Ndebumadu were selected by their peers to represent the group. They spoke on the theme "Wider Atlantic Challenges Viewed by Emerging Leaders" as a basis to share their experiences and talk about their expectations and ambitions for the future. |
|
|
Alumni in Atlantic Dialogues 2023 |
|
|
Inviting ADEL Alumni to participate in the Atlantic Dialogues has become a tradition, fostering intergenerational dialogue at the conference. This initiative by the Policy Center for the New South ensures inclusivity by amplifying the voices of emerging leaders. At the 2023 edition, a total of 25 Alumni attended the conference: 18 international alumni and 7 Moroccan alumni, of which 11 spoke or led sessions during the ADEL program and the AD conference. To name a few : Strahinja Matejic (ADEL 2022, Associate Director in the Office of the President at Eurasia Group, Serbia) alongside Marianna Albuquerque (ADEL 2022, Senior Fellow at CEBRI, Brazil) conducted the workshop titled “Opportunities in the Atlantic basin amid the geopolitical crisis”, and Maximo Plo Seco (ADEL 2019, Independent Contributor at Open Innovation, Spain), facilitated the workshop “Sustainability in Public Policies”. Wadia Ait Hamza (ADEL 2012, Strategic Advisor, Morocco) spoke in a Breakout Dinner on the Atlantic in the Era of Industry 4.0: Charting the Course of Global Manufacturing Innovation Amid the Rebirth of Industrial Policy, while Foster Awintiti (ADEL 2019, President & founder of Hackable foundation, Ghana) spoke at the dinner on Transatlantic Connections: The African Diaspora as a Driving Force for Development. |
|
|
Throughout the 2023 ADEL Program and alongside the Atlantic Dialogues conference, numerous participants of the ADEL program as well as ADEL alumni took part in interviews, sharing thoughts and insights on current events :
- Camila Crescimbeni (ADEL 2023) on "Governing Argentina: The Way Ahead" here.
- Strahinja Matejic (ADEL 2022) on "Transatlantic Relations and dynamics between North and South in a Changing World" here.
- Oumaima El Idrissi (ADEL 2023) tackle "Youth in Politics" [in French] here.
- Camila Peralta Ramos (ADEL 2023) on "Cross-Department Communication Strategies to Promote Public Policies" here.
- Rakan Aboneaaj (ADEL 2023) on "Private Capital and Climate Challenges" here. To see more, we invite you to check the PCNS website here. |
|
|
| Stella Chelangat Mutai: "The experience in ADEL 2023, made me realise how global perspective in decision, design and thinking and networking and collaboration can be achieved especially global south. It also expounded a lot on emerging technologies like AI and its impact in my career field. I would greatly recommend the ADEL program to any young person you will challenged, inspired and engaged." |
|
|
| Elizabeth Katherine Gamarra: "To say that ADEL left an indelible mark in my life is an understatement. The mission of the Policy Center for the New South made me believe that it is possible to integrate voices and perspectives, which are often left in the margins. The talk on intersectionality resonated deeply with me, emphasizing the importance of formulating policies that genuinely understand the individuals in their own complexity and web of identities. [...]" |
|
|
| Stephanie Oserwa Schandorf: "For an entire week, I was completely out of my comfort zone, immersed in a whirlwind of rigorous debates, thought-provoking workshops, and real-world simulations that challenged my understanding of security and policy issues across the Atlantic basin and the north-south divide. The diversity of perspectives was enlightening. [...]" |
|
|
| Pedro Vormittag: "Being part of the 2023 Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders program was a career highlight, exemplifying excellence in global think-tank initiatives. ADEL's commitment to fostering diverse, intergenerational dialogues enriched my perspective and underscored the power of connections in addressing global challenges. The program stands out for its unique platform that brings together varied voices, fostering dynamic idea exchanges across generations. This collaborative approach is innovative, leading to practical solutions for international issues. [...]" |
|
|
Francisco Cordoba Otalora (ADEL 2022) wrote an op-ed for The Policy Center for the New South titled "Nigeria and Every Country Around the World Needs Its Own ChatGPT". In his op-ed, Francisco expresses optimism about the future of AI. He sees the diverse threads of the Atlantic identity converging into a unified tapestry through the application of generative AI. For him, this presents an opportunity to redefine the Atlantic community and leverage technology for the greater good of all its inhabitants. Read Francisco's piece here. |
| Chadia Mathurin (ADEL 2023) penned an opinion piece for The Policy Center titled "7 Days in Marrakech." In her article, she delves into her experience during the 7 days she spent participating in the ADEL 2023 program and attending the AD conference, sharing insights and lessons learned. Read it here. |
|
|
Michael David Terungwa (ADEL 2017) has been recognized by former U.S. Vice President Al Gore as an exceptional Climate Leader in Africa. He was awarded the prestigious Green Ring at the West Africa Climate Reality Training in Accra, Ghana. |
| In October 2023, ADEL 2022 Theodora Skeadas attended the Partnership on AI Policy Forum in London. Discussions ranged from global AI policy to election integrity, exploring the intersection of technology and governance. |
|
|
In October 2023, ADEL 2022 alumna Winnie Mutai had an incredible week at the IMF-World Bank annual meetings in Marrakech, Morocco. On the sidelines, Winnie actively engaged in the Emerging Markets Forum hosted by the Policy Center for the New South. |
| Othman Mezouar (ADEL 2023) talked about his experience being part of a bigger community and fostering the New South cooperation in the Moroccan media "Aujourd'hui Le Maroc". More on this here. |
|
|
Lavar Thomas (ADEL 2022) spoke in a captivating TEDx talk at the University of Delaware. He delved into the transformative potential of strategic disruption, igniting minds and fostering a new wave of innovative thinking among attendees. Watch it here. |
| Nozuko Zukie Nlwatika (ADEL 2022) has been chosen for the Inaugural KFAS-Salzburg Global Leadership Initiative by Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies (KFAS) & Salsburg Global. Nozuko was part of a panel discussing intergenerational mobility where she shared her reflections on opportunities & barriers for social & economic mobility between generations. Read more here. |
|
|
The ADEL Community has a private Facebook group exclusively for ADEL alumni! If you are an alum and wish to join, please let us know. To stay informed about the ADEL program and its community, be sure to follow ADEL on Twitter. If you are part of the 2015-2022 cohorts, reach out to us to join your respective Whatsapp group. Additionally, ADEL alumni can request to join the private Facebook group exclusively created for them. Stay up to date about the Policy Center for the New South's most recent research and activities by following us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. |
|
|
You are receiving this email because you have subscribed in the past, attended one or more of our events, have contact with our staff or Fellows or broader network. We consider that you want to keep receiving our think tank's publications unless you unsubscribe from our mass mailing system. Unsubscribe from this mailing list | Update your details | Other requests |
|
|
Policy Center for the New South
Rabat Campus of Mohammed VI Polytechnic University Rocade Rabat Salé 11103, Morocco
www.policycenter.ma | contact@policycenter.ma
© 2024 Policy Center for the New South. All rights reserved. Ce traitement a été notifié et autorisé par la CNDP au titre du récépissé N° D-NL-718/2020 This processing has been notified and authorized by the CNDP under receipt N ° D-NL-718/2020 |
|
|
|
