Together for Impact Podcast

Tips on Building and Sustaining Networks

Networks have the power to address pressing challenges and drive meaningful change within communities.

The network leaders of Danida Alumni Networks in Ghana (DAN-G) emphasise the importance of clarity in structures, relationships, and connections within networks is crucial for building communities of practice that can effectively support development initiatives.

Why tune in?

• Real Stories, Real Impact: Hear firsthand accounts of how the Dan-G network is making a difference in Ghana.
• Practical Tips: Gain valuable tips on building and sustaining effective networks.

The Five Cs of Cultivating a Network

What does it mean to cultivate a network mindset?

In this episode, we explore the Five Cs of Cultivating Networks, a simple yet powerful way to understand how connections grow, thrive, and create real change.

Tune in to hear:

• What the "network mindset" actually means (and why it's more than just a buzzword).
• How to navigate the shift from traditional top-down structures.
• Simple, practical ways you and your organisation can start thinking and acting more like a network.

Enhancing Participant Engagement and Coordination in Networks

Networks can be powerful, complex, and downright exhilarating. In this episode, we explore the real first steps of building a thriving network, how to spark genuine engagement, and the magic of turning connections into meaningful collaboration.

Plus, a heartfelt message for every network leader navigating the ups and downs — you're not alone, and this ride is worth it.

Building communities of practice

With Etienne and Beverly Wenger-Trayner 

The coordinators of the national Danida alumni networks recently joined a workshop led by the renowned social learning theorists, Etienne and Beverly Wenger-Trayner. Together, they delved into the potential of community of practice skills in empowering network leadership to drive impactful change.

In this podcast, listen to Etienne and Beverly Wenger-Trayner talk about community of practice. 

Why How we Share Information Matters

In this episode, we delve into practical strategies that you can apply to effectively convey a message regardless of the communication product or platform being used. Tune in to discover how to effectively engage your audience using practical tools to help you influence and inspire real change and create a more informed and equitable society.