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African Philanthropy Forum Virtual Convening – Unlocking Collaboration for Gender Justice and Digital Innovation

September 26, 2023

‎ | 1PM WAT | 2PM SAST | 3PM EAT

Join Liz Ngonzi, CEO of The International Social Impact Institute®️, as she moderates the upcoming "Find Your Match: Leveraging the Currency of Collaboration" session. This African Philanthropy Forum Virtual Convening is a gathering of experts, thought leaders, and funders committed to advancing gender justice and digital innovation. Through fostering connections within the philanthropic community, our goal is to empower you to establish partnerships, pool resources, and create synergies in the pursuit of gender justice and digital innovation. Don't miss this opportunity to drive change. Register now!

Unleashing Your Personal Brand Power with Generative AI with Liz Ngonzi, MMH ’98

September 26, 2023

‎ | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm EDT

Unleash Your Personal Brand Power with Generative AI and Liz Ngonzi, MMH '98. Join our immersive 90-minute workshop exclusively designed for Cornell Club New York members. Discover the potential of your personal brand through cutting-edge generative AI technology and the renowned Liz Ngonzi Transforms SHIFT Framework. Refine your purpose, craft a compelling brand story, and engage your target stakeholders with confidence. Don't miss this opportunity to amplify your personal branding in this exclusive workshop. Cornell Club members can sign up now for the transformative event on 9/26/2023, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

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Founder & funder: Fall event series

October 12, 2023

‎ | Thursday, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM EDT

Join Liz Ngonzi, CEO of The International Social Impact Institute®, as she moderates this enlightening virtual event hosted by Aperio Philanthropy and The Center for Global Affairs at New York University.

In this compelling series, Liz Ngonzi, Founder and CEO of The International Social Impact Institute®, will lead discussions with two influential figures:

Founder: Carmita Semaan (she/her), Founder and Chief Executive Officer of The Surge Institute

Funder: Julie Mikuta (she/her), Co-President Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies

Discover the profound impact of relationships between nonprofit founders and their first funders as they share their experiences, insights, and advice. Register now and be part of this transformative dialogue.

AI-driven personal branding

October 20, 2023

‎ | October 20th, 2023, In person & online

Amplify Your Storytelling as a Social Impact Leader and Make a Difference. In today’s fast-paced digital age, it’s crucial for social impact leaders to have a strong and compelling personal brand that communicates their mission and resonates with their audience. In this workshop delivered by our CEO, Liz Ngonzi, during the International Fundraising Congress in The Netherlands, you’ll learn how to leverage the power of AI to enhance your digital storytelling and create personalised, engaging, and effective content. Gain Practical Strategies for Creating a Powerful Personal Brand that Drives Social Change!

Fundraising During Crises: Lessons Learned and Best Practices

October 24, 2023

‎ | 7am PDT | 10am EDT | 3pm BST | 5pm EAT

Join us for an insightful 90-minute webinar panel discussion on "Fundraising During Crises: Lessons Learned and Best Practices." Our esteemed panelists, who have successfully fundraised during challenging times, will share practical insights and strategies to help nonprofit organizations enhance their fundraising efforts in anticipation of and during crises and emergencies. Hosted by Maryna Tkachenko, Development & Communications Manager at KBFUS, and moderated by Elizabeth Ngonzi, Founder/CEO of The International Social Impact Institute (The ISII), this panel will provide practical insights and strategies to help nonprofit organizations navigate fundraising challenges during emergencies and disasters. The panelists include:

Tomas Vyhnalek, Head of Private Fundraising, People in Need
Norma Galafassi, Director, in2action, Fundraising & Communications
Muzaffer Baca, Vice President, International Blue Crescent Relief and Development Foundation

Key Discussion Topics:

Real-life case studies of successful emergency response fundraising campaigns.
Best practices for building resilience in disaster response fundraising efforts.
Effective communication strategies with donors during a crisis.
The importance of preparing a fundraising strategy in advance for potential crises.

The session will culminate in a dynamic Q&A, providing attendees with the opportunity to ask questions and exchange experiences related to fundraising during crises. By the end of this webinar, you will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities in fundraising during emergencies and disasters. Don't miss this opportunity to acquire practical strategies that will empower your nonprofit's fundraising initiatives. Your voice matters, so we would like you to help us tailor the conversation to your needs by filling out our pre-event survey. To access the survey, please use this link: tinyurl.com/FundraisingWebinarSurvey

AI for Impact: Enhancing Stakeholder Engagement & Digital Storytelling Across Industries

October 27, 2023

‎ | 9:00AM-5:00PM EDT

Unleash the potential of generative artificial intelligence (AI) to revolutionize stakeholder engagement, digital storytelling, and event planning in this comprehensive one-day course. Delve into the transformative power of generative AI—an advanced technology generating text, images, and more, driving progress across sectors. Elevate your expertise with prominent generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Canva Magic Design, and Midjourney, exploring applications in social impact, business, hospitality, event management, and beyond. Real-world case studies and industry best practices pave the way for hands-on AI workshops, empowering you to optimize strategies, craft captivating narratives, and design unforgettable events with AI ingenuity.

Leveraging Diaspora Communities for Philanthropic Support

November 14, 2023

Join us for an insightful 90-minute webinar panel discussion on "Leveraging Diaspora Communities for Philanthropic Support." Hosted by Maryna Tkachenko, Development & Communications Manager at KBFUS, and moderated by Elizabeth Ngonzi, Founder/CEO of The International Social Impact Institute (The ISII), this panel will help participants gain a deeper understanding of the importance of engaging diaspora communities in philanthropic support for their countries of origin and the role of diaspora philanthropy in supporting economic development and social impact. The panelists include:

Dien Yuen, CEO of Daylight Advisors
Heba Sayed Rashed, Founder and CEO of Mersal Foundation
Martin Russell, Founder of Global Diaspora Insights

Key Discussion Topics:

The importance of engaging diaspora communities in philanthropic support for their countries of origin.
Strategies for identifying and building relationships with diaspora communities, including understanding cultural nuances and building trust.
Best practices for engaging with diaspora communities for philanthropic support.
Case studies of successful diaspora engagement for philanthropy in various parts of the world.
Potential challenges and risks associated with diaspora philanthropy
The session will conclude with a dynamic Q&A, where attendees can ask questions and share their own experiences with engaging diaspora communities for philanthropic support.

Your voice matters, so we would like you to help us tailor the conversation to your needs by filling out our pre-event survey. To access the survey, please use this link: tinyurl.com/FundraisingWebinarSurvey

Digital Storytelling: How to Engage and Activate Your Supporters Online

December 31, 2023

‎ | (Course was launched on March 20th, 2023)

In a world in which people increasingly learn, socialize, and work online, nonprofit organizations seeking to engage existing and prospective supporters must be able to do so through effective digital storytelling. At the core of that engagement is a well-crafted story that informs, inspires, and catalyzes audiences to support your organization. That story may take the form of video, a social media post, an online petition, an e-newsletter, content on your organization’s website or on those of your funders and other partners, or it may even be told by unaffiliated online influencers such as bloggers. Upon completion of this course, developed by Liz Ngonzi, you should be able to:

- Apply a simple storytelling framework to craft a compelling digital story.
- Develop a high-level digital strategy for supporter engagement.
- Determine the best social media platforms to engage your supporters.
- Effectively use social media platforms for your organization’s storytelling and fundraising.

Past Schedule

September 18, 2023

Digital Storytelling for Fundraising: Leveraging Emerging Technology for Impact

September 5, 2023

Maximizing GivingTuesday: Effective Strategies to Drive Fundraising

July 4, 2023

Unlocking Generative AI’s Potential for Resource Mobilization in Africa: Harnessing Cutting-Edge Technology to Drive Social Impact

June 28, 2023

East Africa Philanthropy Conference Plenary Session 2: Reinvigorating Systems: Models for Collective Action

June 28, 2023

Lightning Talk: Integration of AI into storytelling and fundraising for nonprofits

June 22, 2023

Leveraging Technology to Attract and Retain Donors

April 23, 2023

Panel: Analyzing HR in Hospitality: How would your employees rate you?

April 18, 2023

Workshop: Improve your grants application strategy!

February 24, 2023

USAID Power Africa Network Sustainability Plan Training and Coaching Program for CWEEL Ghana

February 9, 2023

USAID Engendering Industries: EXTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS TOOLKIT FOR GENDER EQUALITY TRAINING WEBINAR

February 27, 2023

NY NOW: Amplifying Voices of Change

January 25, 2023

Rise Global invites brilliant young people to take an action

December 14, 2022

Balancing People, Planet and Profit: Activating Conscious Consumers Online and In-Person (Part 3)

November 29, 2022

#YouthGiving X #GivingTuesdaySpark Youth Activation

November 12, 2022

Cornell University Hotelie Weekend Sustainability Panel

September 22, 2022

THE ISII WORKSHOP: You Matter and So Does Your Story

September 14, 2022

Optimizing stakeholder engagement through events

August 26, 2022

Youth Giving Summit Part 3 – Activation

August 19, 2022

Youth Giving Summit Part 2 – Connection

August 12, 2022

Youth Giving Summit Part 1 – Inspiration

July 28, 2022

Transformation Talks: Youth Giving Summit Ambassador Spotlight

July 22, 2022

Your Purpose Distilled: A Masterclass (Part 2)

July 21, 2022

Your Purpose Distilled: A Masterclass (Part 1)

July 21, 2022

Transformation Talks: Youth Giving Summit Ambassador Spotlight

June 28, 2022

Balancing People, Planet and Profit: Integrating Generosity into Social Impact-Driven Brand Stories (Part 2)

June 21, 2022

The international Social Impact Institute® Professional Development Program

May 25, 2022

Advancing the Academic Expression of Mandela

May 16, 2022

2022 Women in Global Development Leadership Forum

May 11, 2022

The International Social Impact Institute® Masterclass Part 2:

May 4, 2022

The International Social Impact Institute® Masterclass Part 1:

March 30, 2022

Revolutionise International Launch Event

March 17, 2022

Cornell University Office of Academic Diversity Initiatives (OADI) Seminar

March 7, 2022

Tetra Tech Celebration of Women for International Women’s Day

March 3, 2022

Cornell University Office of Academic Diversity Initiatives (OADI) Seminar

February 9, 2022

National Capital Gift Planning Council Virtual Monthly Education Program

January 16, 2022

NY NOW Podcast

January 13, 2022

What’s New + 5 Things To Do with Nonprofit Websites in 2022

January 11, 2022

GivingTuesday Starling Collective

November 30, 2021

National Arts Fundraising School (UK)

November 23, 2021

#GivingTuesday Readiness Prep

November 22, 2021

NY NOW® Webinar Series Part 1

November 13, 2021

The Center for Global Affairs at New York University Course:

November 4, 2021

Cornell University Office of Academic Diversity Initiatives (OADI) Seminar

October 28, 2021

Cornell University Office of Academic Diversity Initiatives (OADI) Webinar

October 28, 2021

Candid Webinar Presented by Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi, CFRE

October 14, 2021

Cornell University Office of Academic Diversity Initiatives (OADI) Seminar

October 11, 2021

The Digital Storytelling and Fundraising Series

October 6, 2021

2021 GivingTuesday Summit: Givers and Friends Fest

October 4, 2021

The Digital Storytelling and Fundraising Series

September 13, 2021

The Center for Global Affairs at New York University Professional Certificate in Digital Fundraising Developed by Elizabeth Ngonzi

September 13, 2021

The Center for Global Affairs at New York University Course Developed by Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi, CFRE

September 10, 2021

Cornell University Summit on Entrepreneurship and Equity & Sustainability and Social Justice

September 10, 2021

The Nonprofit Hero Factory Episode 27

August 19, 2021

The Center for Global Affairs at NYU Webinar Moderated by Elizabeth Ngonzi

August 19, 2021

The Center for Global Affairs at New York University Webinar

August 4, 2021

Candid Self-Paced Online Course Developed by Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi, CFRE

July 21, 2021

2021 Rooted Retreat: Evergreen

June 30, 2021

Wilmington Trust Philanthropic Speaker Series

June 30, 2021

AFPICON Virtual 2021

May 19, 2021

eCornell Keynotes Presentation

April 29, 2021

JCC Association of North America PROCON 2021

April 28, 2021

Fundraising Online Conference 2021 (#FRO2021)

African Resource Mobilisation Webinar Series

April 13, 2021

Women’s Leadership in African Philanthropy

March 26, 2021

African Resource Mobilisation Webinar Series

March 22, 2021

The Resource Alliance and The International Social Impact Institute Webinar

March 10, 2021

African Resource Mobilisation Webinar Series

March 3, 2021

African Resource Mobilisation Webinar Series

February 22, 2021

The Resource Alliance Global Community

January 30, 2021

Syracuse University iSchool Tech Education for the Future of Africa Webinar

December 8, 2020

International Step by Step Association Webinar: Learn the Secrets of Great Digital Storytelling

November 20, 2020

Change for Better Decision Science Online Seminar

November 18, 2020

New York Association for Volunteer Administration Annual Meeting Virtual Keynote

November 17, 2020

WOC – Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy First Annual Symposium

November 11, 2020

The International Social Impact Institute Webinar

November 6, 2020

The International Social Impact Institute Webinar

October 13, 2020

International Fundraising Congress 2020

September 18, 2020

Syracuse University iSchool Webinar

August 18, 2020

Defining the New Normal: Global Virtual Fundraising Summit for Arts, Culture & Heritage Professionals

August 11, 2020

United Nations International School Alumni Webinar

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