In Conversation with Brenda Mofya | Adɔyɛ Series #3

Send us Fan MailBrenda Mofya is the Head of New York office with Oxfam International. She is an international development practitioner, with a background in advocating for gender justice, climate change policies, and civic space representation, particularly reflecting the voices of the Global South.In her conversation with Prof. Moyo, Brenda reflects on her experiences gained from her career in advocacy and development. Their talking points include;- The importance of bringing the experiences and perspectives of affected communities into UN discussions and decision-making processes.- The disparate dominance of Global North agendas in UN discussions, which often marginalizes the voices and issues relevant to the Global South.- The importance of ongoing engagement and accountability between African leaders and their citizens to foster meaningful change.- The significance of documenting and sharing the stories of African women, as their experiences are pivotal for collective understanding and empowerment.==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