The Reach Alliance

The Reach Alliance is heading to Kumasi, Ghana, this month for the 2024 Reach Africa Convening!   On October 25 & 26, we’ll be hosting several sessions examining current sustainable development challenges and looking beyond Agenda 2030 through collective intelligence.   Stay tuned as we highlight our Ashesi University and University of Cape Town Reach researchers who will be participating as the next generation of global leaders!   #ReachInAfrica #UN #SDGs #Agenda2030 #research #impact

We are pleased to announce the Reach Alliance - University of Toronto research team Rebeca Alarcon, Ashna Jain, Milad Naeimi, Melisa Marin with faculty mentor Erica Di Ruggiero, PhD + team coach Kanishka Sikri. The team will collaborate with ITESO Universidad Jesuita de Guadalajara to explore the impact of biodigesters—systems that convert organic waste into biogas and nutrient-rich fertilizer—as a sustainable solution to environmental challenges in San Juan de Abajo, Mexico.   Meet the team and learn more about this insightful case study intervention: https://lnkd.in/eaPhD6xq #biodigesters #fertilization #sustainablesolutions #renewableenergy #innovation #Mexico

Introducing the Reach Alliance - University of Toronto research team Jevan Konya, Luke Lee, Samantha Misner, Thuraya Abdul Hamid with faculty mentor Mariana Prado + team coach Rojin Rahmati. The team will work with research collaborator Themis to examine its Promotoras Legais Populares program, empowering women to advocate for their rights and increase access to justice in Brazil.   Meet the team and learn more about this insightful case study intervention: https://lnkd.in/g8QiVBWt #genderequality #legalrights #advocacy #Brazil

Introducing the Reach Alliance - University of Toronto research team Kamal Al-Alwan, Arushi Dahiya, Vedant Iyer, Laura Hochheim Thomé with faculty mentor Dilip Soman + team coach Stefanija Mrvaljevic. The team will be work with research collaborator Rumsan to understand how their blockchain-based financial access platform empowers vulnerable communities against climate shocks in Nepal.    Meet the team and learn more about this insightful case study intervention:  https://lnkd.in/eqs6ZU4j #newresearch #blockchain #financialinclusion #climateshock #Nepal

We're thrilled to present the Reach Alliance - University of Toronto research team Jemila Abdulai, Meerab A., Khyati Eda, Nellie Kamau with faculty mentor Beverley Essue and team coach Rojin R. The team will be working with research collaborator Savyn Tech to assess the effectiveness of digital health platforms for managing PTSD in refugee populations and identify barriers to adoption in Canada. Meet the team and learn more about this insightful case study intervention: https://lnkd.in/eymX7cVf #newresearch #digitalhealth #mentalhealth #PTSD #refugees #Canada #WorldMentalHealthDay

Check out the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data's #AI for Inclusive Development Series starting Oct 15! They'll have experts from around the world discuss potential uses of effective and safe applications of AI within local development programs. Learn more and register here: https://buff.ly/3XKno7D

Congratulations to Reach Alliance - University of Cape Town Reach researcher Yvan Zolo who is one of the winners of the SGAC Nebula Award Nebula Award for the 2024 Space Generation Congress and International Astronautical Congress 🎉    Read more about Yvan and the other winners: https://lnkd.in/dbZV8qne 

Don't miss out on the Tri-Campus Premiere of University of Toronto International Students: First 48 Hours documentary happening tomorrow! The documentary short chronicles selected international students departing their countries of origin to the days after they arrive in Toronto. Surprises, anxiety, joy, tips, and funny revelations all describe the incredible trajectory of learners who have left their homes. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/eJeMsmBB

Thank you Maria Rodrigues, Carolina Bermudez Currea, Kirsty McKellar and Steve Fisher who have supported our University of Melbourne student researchers with invaluable mentorship and enriching our global community with impactful insights 🌏✨ Read more about mentorship at Reach: https://lnkd.in/esT2ciKG

Did you know that over 1.25 million migrant workers help power Singapore’s economy? Our Reach Alliance student researchers from Singapore Management University created the chatbot MigrantPal for migrant workers facing language and cultural barriers and who have limited access to essential resources. After testing it out here’s what they learned: https://lnkd.in/e48x6f_8 #newinsights #research #technology #migrantworkers #Singapore #innovation