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ACADEMY DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE (ADI)

VIRTUAL MEETINGS, WEBINARS

HOST: NASAC

SESSIONS: QUARTERLY

 1500 – 1700 Hrs (EAT)

Upcoming
ADI Sessions 2025

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At glance

The Academy Development Initiative (ADI) Webinars are a flagship programme by NASAC dedicated to enhancing the capacity and impact of science academies across Africa. Designed to inspire, educate, and connect scientific communities, these webinars provide a dynamic platform for sharing best practices, fostering collaborations, and guiding the establishment and strengthening of national science academies. This initiative is an essential resource for policymakers, academicians, scientists, and stakeholders seeking to advance science, technology, and innovation (STI) across the continent.

Overview

They are interactive platforms that allow participants to examine the essential components needed to establish and preserve a thriving, autonomous, and merit-based national science academy. Moderated by the NASAC secretariat, each webinar is designed to:

  • Raise Awareness: Emphasize the value of science academies in national development and global competitiveness.
  • Share Expertise: Offer shared lessons, guidelines, and real-world experiences from established academies.
  • Foster Collaboration: Provide an inclusive space for scientists, academicians, and stakeholders to discuss challenges and opportunities in academy development.
  • Drive Sustainability: Highlight strategies to ensure long-term financial and operational independence.

Programme Objectives

The primary goal of the ADI Webinars is to demystify the process and modalities involved in setting up a national academy that is contextually relevant, apolitical, and oriented towards honorific and programmatic excellence. By spotlighting the success stories and practical experiences of existing academies, the webinars aim to:

  • Educate and Inspire: Encourage scientists and innovators to consider the establishment of new academies in their respective countries.
  • Provide Practical Guidance: Share proven methodologies for managing stakeholder relations, communications, financial sustainability, and science diplomacy.
  • Enhance Advisory Roles: Empower academies to serve as trusted science advisors to governments and industries, ensuring that policy decisions are grounded in robust scientific evidence.

Why Participate in ADI Webinars?

The ADI Webinars are not only a learning platform but also a catalyst for change in the realm of science and innovation in Africa. By participating, stakeholders can:

  • Gain Invaluable Knowledge: Learn from the experiences of successful academies and industry experts.
  • Expand Professional Networks: Connect with peers, policy-makers, and thought leaders in science and technology.
  • Drive National Development: Contribute to the establishment of robust, independent academies that can effectively guide national STI policies.
  • Stay Ahead in Science Diplomacy: Equip themselves with the latest strategies in science communication, stakeholder management, and financial sustainability.

 

📅 Save the Dates for 2025 Sessions:

Below are the topics that were chosen for the 2024 ADI sessions. To see the report for each session, click on the links that are highlighted.