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The National Association of Non-Governmental Organisations held its 13th edition of the Annual NGO Directors Summer Retreat from 22 to 24 November 2023 at Elephant Hills Hotel, Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe. The summer retreat is an annual conference for sharing experiences, collective reflection, and developing innovative strategies to build a vibrant civil society for inclusive development in Zimbabwe. From the previous edition of the Summer Retreat held in 2022, NANGO's work has revolved around developing the skills and capacity of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to articulate and advocate for alternative solutions through strategic narrative changes. This edition emphasized crafting and shaping new narratives that reaffirm the vital role of civil society in addressing people's needs and concerns. It also explored strategies for countering narratives that aim to discredit CSOs, demonise their communities, and restrict civic space.
The sessions covered various strategies for reimagining an ideal future, focusing on rebuilding systems that support collective foresight, collaborative scenario planning, and deliberative spaces for envisioning and working towards a stronger civic space. This included creating resource hubs to support CSOs in key competence areas and foster collaboration, along with investing in strengthening local civil society to enhance resilience and build solidarity.
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The 13th edition of the Annual NGO Directors Summer Retreat, hosted by the National Association of Non-Governmental Organisations, took place from November 22nd to 24th, 2023, at the Elephant Hills Hotel in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. This annual gathering serves as a platform for sharing experiences, engaging in collective reflection, and devising innovative strategies aimed at cultivating a vibrant civil society conducive to inclusive development in Zimbabwe.
Building upon the momentum generated in the previous year's retreat, held in 2022, NANGO has been steadfast in its efforts to enhance the skills and capacities of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs). These efforts have been directed towards empowering CSOs to articulate and advocate for alternative solutions through strategic narrative shifts.
This year's retreat placed a significant emphasis on the crafting and shaping of new narratives that underscore the indispensable role of civil society in addressing the needs and concerns of the people. Moreover, it delved into strategies aimed at countering narratives designed to undermine CSOs, vilify their communities, and constrict civic space.
For further insights, we invite you to download the attached Action Agenda document.
Welcome to the inaugural issue of the NANGO Chronicles Quarterly Magazine – your dedicated platform for connection, information, and inspiration! This newsletter is a reflection on the key highlights from past quarter. Our commitment to fostering a vibrant civil society in Zimbabwe remains unwavering, and we’re thrilled to spotlight upcoming actions that will shape our collective future.
This edition kicks off with the latest Updates from NANGO, delving into ongoing initiatives that we believe are actively driving transformative change within the civil society sector. Let us explore innovative solutions and collaborative ventures through our Sector Spotlight, where we shine a light on remarkable efforts within our membership and beyond. Keeping a watchful eye on the ever-evolving landscape of civil society, the Civic Space Watch provides insightful reports on the current operating environment and the challenges we navigate daily.
Empowering your impact further, we present list of Funding Opportunities you may consider to further your work and cause in the community you serve. Additionally, delve into the NGO Member Profile, a space dedicated to profiling member organisations and connecting them with interested stakeholders within our network. Looking to connect and collaborate? Our Events Calendar brims with upcoming trainings, workshops, conferences, and forums. Finally, the CSO Compliance Feature equips you with essential guidance to comply with various regulations and statutory obligations.
For more information, please download the attached file:
13th-NGO-Directors-Summer-Retreat-Programme.pdf