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Grassroot Hub (Phinklife Institute)

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Project start date: 1/1/2016

Grassroot Hub (Phinklife Institute)

Ghana

The Grassroot Hub by Phinklife Institute accelerates growth and incubates ideas for poor people by developing local assets in rural communities. It creates opportunities for youths from junior high schools to university students and professionals in both public and private sectors.

Proof of Concept

1-3 years

$15,000.00

Last update: October 05, 2023

OverviewContributors

Challenge

Due to environmental constraints, the people in rural communities have very poor financial status to pay for training. Access to education and community centers with skill training are scarce in rural Ghana, and there is a need for innovative solutions to foster social impact and development in these areas.

Description

The Grassroot Hub established itself as a community hub where youths and families in rural Ghana can leverage training, consultations, and a global network. By integrating knowledge from global to local and using models like human-centered design, the hub educates and empowers locals to create their own solutions.

SDGs

Reduced InequalitiesIndustry, Innovation and InfrastructureDecent Work and Economic GrowthQuality Education

Outcomes

Successfully piloted several training programs and innovative workshops with local communities, ranging from junior high schoolers to professionals. Assisted in the creation of the Social Entrepreneurs Network (SE Ghana) and African Youth in Philanthropy Network. Established partnerships with multiple local and global entities, including World Economic Forum and Nexus Global.