Humanitarian learning in 2024: perspectives from Africa

In this episode - the first instalment of our two-part series - we explore current trends in humanitarian learning with a special focus on Africa.

We sit down with three passionate advocates of learning in all forms: Janet Nyaoro (HLA East and Southern Africa Regional Centre), Eleonora Aralla (CAFOD Zimbabwe and Eswatini) and Neba Ambe Azinui (Grace Charitable and Rehabilitation Organisation, Cameroon).

In this insightful conversation centred on learning, our guests share their own inspiring learning journeys - and the sometimes unexpected and surprising discoveries and outcomes along the way. Janet and Neba - with their professional and academic origins as educators, and Eleonora with a background in philosophy - share their pathways into the world of humanitarian and development, and what drives them in their lifelong quest to learn.

Together with host Ka Man Parkinson (HLA Communications and Marketing Advisor), our guests reflect on some of the key takeaways from the 2024 HLA Humanitarian Learning Survey, which provides fresh insights into how humanitarians are engaging with learning and training today, and share their perspectives based on their rich on-the-ground experiences. 

Stay tuned for Part 2!

In the second part of this series, our guests will share practical learning tips and advice on overcoming barriers to learning and training They’ll also talk about the key elements required to build a culture of learning to support humanitarians in achieving their development goals. Coming soon!

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