From Women Advancing Microfinance, NY Chapter.
Check out this great event on Monday!
~Katharine
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Africa Turning 50: Women, Investment and Challenges
Where:
Morgan Stanley
1585 Broadway, New York, NY
Monday September 20, 2010 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
A reminder to join us for the next WAM-NY event!
See details below about registration for this event and on our 2010-2011 Membership Special.
Decolonization was one of the great historical events of the twentieth century and a remarkable achievement for the peoples of Africa. 2010 marks 50 years of Independence for many African countries and in this period, the African continent has achieved unprecedented economic growth and success, emerged as a global player and made huge strides in democracy however Africa has also had its share of challenges.
WAM- NY warmly invites you to join us in a panel discussion, dialogue and reflections on Africa 50 years after Independence with 2 distinguished leaders from Africa:
1) Dr. Akwasi Aidoo, President and CEO of TrustAfrica and
2) Dr. James Mwangi, CEO of Equity Bank of Kenya
The panel will be moderated by Mary Ellen Iskenderian, President and CEO of Women's World Banking (WWB)
Fee: $10 for non-members and free for WAM-NY members
WAM-NY is now offering a 2010-2011
Membership Special:
Only $60 for the remainder of the year, PLUS ALL OF 2011!!
Our normal membership rate is $40 for one calendar year, so this promotion is a great value. To take advantage of this offer, simply select the "2010-2011 WAM-NY Membership Special" option when registering for this event below, and pay the $60 dues with your credit card (through PayPal). With this payment, your membership will be effective immediately and your attendance of the event will be free.
Register Now!
Other event details:
ALL REGISTRATION (INCLUDING PAYMENT) MUST BE COMPLETED ONLINE BY 12PM MONDAY, SEPT. 20th
IMPORTANT: WE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTING PAYMENT AT THE DOOR. IF YOU HAVE NOT REGISTERED AND PAID IN ADVANCE, THE SECURITY DESK WILL NOT PERMIT YOU TO ENTER THE BUILDING!! WAM-NY MEMBERS REMAIN FREE BUT MUST ALSO REGISTER IN ADVANCE SO THAT THE SECURITY DESK WILL HAVE YOUR NAME.
The diverse background and rich experiences of our distinguished panelists will discuss how their institutions are addressing issues, innovation, successes and challenges in development and poverty, entrepreneurship, women's empowerment, investment & institutions vis-a-vis microcredit, challenges & experiences of African women and new technology initiatives to further the social impact in poor communities. Great strides have been made in Africa - please join us to hear more on the burning issues that confront and will shape the next 50 years of Africa!
Background on the guest speakers and moderator
Dr. Akwasi Aidoo - Dr. Aidoo is the founding and current President and CEO of TrustAfrica, one of the largest Foundations based in Africa, dedicated to securing democracy and equitable development and investment in Africa. He has extensive experience in philanthropy and leadership in Africa. He has received many international leadership awards and is recognized as one of the leading figures in philanthropy globally. His previous positions include, Head of the Ford Foundation's offices in Senegal and Nigeria, and Director of the Ford Foundation's Special Initiative for Africa in New York. Dr. Aidoo has served as a director and is chair on the boards of several organizations, including Resource Alliance, Oxfam America, International Beliefs and Values Institute, the Fund for Global Human Rights, Africa Grantmakers' Affinity Group, Resource Alliance and Amandla Development.
Dr. James Mwangi - Dr. Mwangi is Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of Equity Bank of Kenya. Equity Bank of Kenya's mission is to be the champion of the socio-economic prosperity of the people of Africa. In 2010 Dr. Mwangi was ranked by the Financial Times among the world's 50 most influential business leaders of the emerging markets. In 2009 Dr. Mwangi was named the Ai100 Chief Executive of the year by the African Investors and the Common Wealth Business Councils African Business Man of the Year. Dr. Mwangi is a member of Frontier 100 Initiative for Global Development, an initiative to bring together frontier market CEO's and US based CEO's committed to international development.
Ms. Mary Ellen Iskenderian - Ms. Mary Ellen Iskenderian is President and CEO of Women's World Banking (WWB), the world's largest network of microfinance institutions and banks. Ms. Iskenderian leads the WWB global team, in providing hands-on technical services and strategic support to 40 top-performing microfinance institutions and banks in 28 countries in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, Latin America and the Middle East.
We look forward to seeing you!
Sincerely,
The WAM-NY Steering Committee
Women Advancing Microfinance (WAM) - NewYork
wamnewyork@yahoo.com
(917) 744-0151
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