The recent ASK24 Leadership Symposium held in Kampala on June 7th and 8th at the Media Challenge Initiative marked the culmination of the ASK24 series and brought together remarkable alumni who shared their experiences and discussed themes relating to ethical leadership, leadership of self, leveraging technology among others.
These insightful discussions were braced up with an empowering keynote speech by US Mission Chargè d’Affaires, William Bent, who emphasised the leveraging of our leadership to inspire other people and community at large not only we the leaders. He also urged young leaders never to stop learning. Ms. Faith Mairah, Chairperson of the YALI Uganda Chapter, aptly described the symposium as a catalyst for alumni to connect, collaborate, inspire one another and as well give back to the community.
The symposium buzzed with insightful quotes from speakers since they shared their experiences, program representatives offered valuable insights. The symposium also featured a dynamic exhibition space showcasing a wide range of products from alumni exhibitors ( Ijaani Herbal Tea, Mawejje Creation, Amilya Homes). The thrilling 2-day event was wrapped with the facilitators, Uganda unites team and volunteers engaging in a community activity in Namuwongo Slum. The activity was in partnership with Street Lights Uganda, and Read to Learn Foundation Uganda.
Following the end of the regional symposiums, the participating young leaders will be paired with MWF alumni mentors, to continue on a 3 month mentorship journey to build on the learning from the symposium.