In Conversation with Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi | Adɔyɛ Series #9

Send us Fan MailBisi Adeleye-Fayemi is the founder of the African Women's Development Fund, a feminist activist, policy advocate, social change practitioner and writer.In her conversation with Prof. Moyo, Bisi discusses the founding of the AWDF Women Writers programme as well as the intersections of development and creative practice in which she embraces. Some of their talking points include;- Reflecting on the many lessons learned and faced barriers when founding AWDF, such as limited funding, bureaucratic challenges, and the need for effective governance structures.- Her transition into politics as the First Lady of Ekiti State, and using her position to advocate for women's rights and push through significant legislative changes.- How her political involvement illustrates the potential for civil society leaders to effect change from within government structures, thereby deepening accountability and advocacy for women's empowerment.- How her ongoing writing endeavors serve as a platform to engage a broader audience in discussions about social justice and women’s rights.==This series of conversations with women in African philanthropy was recorded on the sidelines of the African Women Writers retreat that took place at the Wits Rural Facility in Limpopo, South Africa, and hosted by CAPSI’s Adɔyɛ Programme and Nawi Afrifem Collective. Adɔyɛ is dedicated to celebrating and amplifying the contributions of African women in philanthropy while creating spaces for dialogue, learning and collaboration.Visit the podcast webpage: https://bit.ly/484AEr3#podcast #philanthropy