ACT Foundation’s 7th Breakfast Dialogue Aims To Ignite Sustainable Development In Africa
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Readership NG reports Aspire Coronation Trust (ACT) Foundation is gearing up for the highly-anticipated 7th ACT Foundation Breakfast Dialogue (BFD), scheduled for October 5th, 2023. The event will be held at the prestigious Lagos Oriental Hotel, situated along the Lekki Expressway in Victoria Island, Lagos.
Renowned for attracting influential figures from various fields, the ACT Foundation Breakfast Dialogue has evolved into a prominent gathering. Its primary focus is on addressing crucial issues related to sustainable development in Africa. This year, the event assumes even greater importance as it delves into the transformative potential of Economic, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies in promoting sustainable development.
Under the theme “Advancing Sustainable Development in Africa: Unleashing the Power of Environmental, Social, Governance Strategies for Impact,” this year’s Breakfast Dialogue aims to bring together leaders from diverse sectors. These leaders will engage in a comprehensive exploration of how ESG principles can be harnessed to drive the sustainable development of organizations, consequently advancing Africa’s broader sustainable development goals.
Osayi Allie, CEO of ACT Foundation, emphasized the significance of this event, stating, “The 7th ACT Foundation Breakfast Dialogue promises to be a game-changer. It provides a unique platform for leaders in the public, private, and social sectors to unlock the vast potential of Economic, Social, and Governance principles for organizations of all sizes. The effective adoption of ESG practices by African institutions can make a monumental contribution to achieving sustainable development across the continent.”
The event’s keynote speaker, Oyeyimika Adeboye, Managing Director, West Africa, Mondelez International, will take center stage to share profound insights on this critical subject. She will be joined by an esteemed lineup of speakers, including Marilyn Obaisa-Osula, Associate Director, ESG and Sustainability Services at KPMG; Dr. Eugene Itua, CEO of Natural Eco Capital; Tendai Matika, Manager of the Global Reporting Initiative, Africa; and Mudrakat Alabi-Macfoy, Head of Sustainability and Circularity at Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA).
A significant highlight of the event will be the announcement of the finalists and winners of the 2023 ACT Foundation Changemakers Innovation Challenge. These outstanding individuals and organizations will receive grant funding and technical support from ACT Foundation, enabling them to amplify their innovative solutions and projects within targeted communities.
For those interested in participating, registration for the virtual session is open and can be accessed through this link.
