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ACTS Pathways Academy: a new model of professional and executive training in Africa


Launched in July 2023, ACTS Pathways Academy is a new and exciting professional platform specifically designed to provide access to borderless, flexible, informative training to foster skills, knowledge and collaboration on STI

NETFund Resource Mobilization Manager, Chrispine Onyango, ACTS Climate Resilient Economies (CRE) Programme Lead, Dr Joel Onyango, AfDB Climate Change and Green Growth expert, Winnie Mutai and Climate activist, Michael Khaduyu, during the launch of the ACTS Pathways Academy, a resource centre for informative training to foster skills, knowledge and collaborations on STI.

Alvin Toffler - a renowned American writer and businessman- predicted that the illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn and relearn.And true to his words, today’s fast-paced and dynamic professional environment demands continuous learning and up-skilling for professionals and executives alike. With the ever-evolving demands of the global market, there arises a need for a cutting-edge and comprehensive training platform that empowers individuals to thrive in their careers.

Enter ACTS Pathways Academy, an exciting professional platform specifically designed to provide access to borderless, flexible, informative training to foster skills,knowledge and collaboration on STI.

Whether you’re a seasoned executive seeking to stay ahead of the curve or a budding professional aspiring to carve a successful path, ACTS Pathways Academy promises to be your ultimate catalyst for growth and success.

The unveiling of the Academy aligns with ACTS’s mission to strengthen the capacity and policies of African countries and institutions to utilize STI for sustainable development.

A rich menu of courses
The Academy will offer training for both professional and executive training courses; the former is designed to build knowledge, skills and competence in individuals, a group or team while the latter will aim to improve leadership and management performance. Whereas professional courses will provide opportunities for employees to refine skills, learn new capabilities as well as expand their networks, executive courses are expected to transform trainees by challenging them to understand their strengths and talents.

Climate Change Modelling for decision-making
This course provides knowledge and practical skills on how climate models are constructed, run, interpreted and applied in decision-making. It will also include modules on climate systems, climate change scenarios and the practical programming required for climate modelling and data analysis.

Climate Change Finance
This training programme has been designed to build capacity to increase ability to access climate finance and efficiently utilize and manage resources while ensuring gender inclusivity as well as provide knowledge on some innovative ways that can be used to mobilize additional climate funding.

Climate Policy and Leadership
This programme aims to build the capacity of individuals to participate in international climate negotiations, influence national policy programming and understand the negotiation processes with the intention of increasing the involvement and participation of African leaders in global climate governance.

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