ANDE ESEA July Updates
ANDE East and Southeast Asia
The East and Southeast Asia chapter of the Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs (ANDE)
Welcome to the July edition of our newsletter.?We bring you updates on SCALE, our DEI Learning series and the upcoming ANDE Global Annual Conference!
Come join us at the ANDE 2024 Global Annual Conference!
Embark on a Journey to Shape the Future of Small and Growing Business
Calling all ANDE Members to secure your seats today for the 2024 Global Annual Conference! Fifteen years ago, ANDE was founded on a pioneering concept: business ecosystem-building as a specialized development field. Now, we're looking ahead to the next big ideas that will empower entrepreneurs and the organizations that support them. Join us at our Annual Conference in Bangkok from September 10 to 12 to discover them.
While our scholarship deadline has closed, we encourage you to secure your spot today.
Join us in unlocking the big ideas for small business!
Scaling through SCALE in the Philippines!
Thank you Philippines!
The ANDE East and Southeast Asia Chapter, in partnership with Youth Co:Lab ?co-led by UNDP and Citi Foundation, the Asian Development Bank (ADB), and Villgro Philippines , hosted the “Scale through SCALE” workshop on June 25th 2024 from 13:30 – 17:30 hrs at ADB Innovation Hub, Manila.
This main aim of the workshop is to disseminate a set of evidence-based considerations emerged from the research of the Argidius Foundation that distinguishes the cost-effective and impactful Business Development Services (BDS) programs from the less effective ones. Welcoming almost 60 participants from the Philippines ecosystem, the workshop focused on how to increase effectiveness of Business Development Services to help entrepreneurs grow.
The event was brimming with interesting discussions and conversations. Our collaborative efforts in these events are paving the way for a sustainable business future, fostering innovation and resilience. We hope that all our participants had a wonderful and insightful experience at the event.
Come join us for the second session of our DEI Learning Series!
We are thrilled to announce that the second session of our DEI Learning Series, is set to take place soon! This session will cover the topic of “Mainstreaming Physical Accessibility”. Throughout this session, you will have the exciting opportunity to learn from our expert practitioner speaker, Ian Jones, from agile , an impact enterprise from Cambodia that uses human-centered design to create solutions and opportunities for people with disabilities.
With this session, participants will:
The DEI Learning Series is brought to you by ANDE South Asia, ANDE ESEA and agile. Come join us and contribute to the creation of more inclusive and equitable entrepreneurial ecosystems that provide equal opportunities for all.
?? - 18 July 2024
? - 1:30-3:30 pm IST, 3:00-5:00 pm ICT
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Do note that this session can only accommodate 30 participants, so make sure you pencil your calendar and register by July 14 (Sunday).
Sector Events
Business Reporting on the SDGs: A State of Play and Future Directions | GRI & UN Global Compact | 11 July 2024
GRI and the UN Global Compact are co-hosting this online side event at the margins of the United Nations High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) to launch the Analysis of Goals and Targets Database, an online inventory that businesses can use to identify possible disclosures per SDG, at the level of the 169 targets, to report on their contributions towards the SDGs. Register here today to join this webinar!
12th Business Opportunities Fair 2024 | ADB | 09 - 10 Oct 2024
The ADB Business Opportunities Fair is a one-stop forum for consultants, contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, and civil society organizations looking to provide goods, works, and services for ADB projects. It has proven to be an excellent opportunity to network with peers in the industry and with ADB specialists in the energy, transport, water, urban development, climate change, agriculture, environment, public management, finance, health, and education sectors.
Sector Opportunities
How to give feedback that inspires growth | The Human Edge
Deadline: 11 July 2024? Who: Discover how to navigate difficult conversations, balance support with encouragement, and spark lasting development in those you mentor. Register now for this insightful Fireside Chat with Christine Francis and Richard Bellars.
Jugaad 2.0 | Villgro Philippines and AVPN
Deadline: 14 July 2024? Who: Jugaad 2.0 is a month-long programme centered around a hackathon, where Young Impact Leaders will work to solve social issues aligned with corporate impact strategies. Young Impact Leaders from Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam are invited to join on this innovation and capacity-building journey. Register soon!
Online Mentor Training for Supporters of Entrepreneurs | The Human Edge
Deadline: 14 July 2024? Who: Are you passionate about mentoring and supporting entrepreneurs? Enhance your skills, build trust-based relationships, and join a community of like-minded individuals—all at no cost! A limited number of scholarships will be offered to individuals who meet the programme criteria and reside in Sub-Saharan African countries. Register today!
Nature2Nurture Incubation Program | Villgro Philippines
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Deadline: 14 July 2024? Who: The program is dedicated to empowering women-led Nature-Based Enterprises (NbEs) that champion biodiversity conservation and sustainable development in Palawan, Philippines. The program is looking for local Nature-based Enterprises with solutions dedicated to restoring biodiversity, supporting local communities, and bolstering long-term resilience to climate change
Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Climate Resilience | Mercy Corps Ventures
Deadline: 21 July 2024? Who: This initiative seeks startups or organizations deploying innovative AI-based solutions for climate resilience in emerging markets. The organization is committing up to $1,000,000 to test first-of-a-kind solutions increasing the resilience of climate vulnerable people in Africa, Asia and Latin America, aiming to build the knowledge base on how innovative technology can increase climate resilience for the most vulnerable.
The Outcomes Accelerator | Convergence Blended Finance
Deadline: 26 August 2024? Who: A call for proposals, inviting applications from innovative projects that align with one or more SDGs. The Accelerator offers flexible funding, targeted expertise, and networking to support outcomes-based financing initiatives with testing, launching, and scaling.
Deadline: 12 Sept 2024? Who: The Women in the Digital Economy Fund aims to identify, directly fund, and accelerate investment in proven solutions to improve women’s livelihoods, economic security, and resilience. WiDEF is set to launch a technical assistance round later this month.?This round will prioritize large private sector enterprises that are seeking to scale proven solutions to close the gender digital divide. To know more and register click here.
Sector Resources
Sweef Capital’s Impact Report | Sweef Capital
The Orange Bond Verification Training Program | Impact Investment Exchange
Mapping the opportunity for gender lens investing in the Philippines | Villgro Philippines
Annual Report | Laudes Foundation
World Bank Just Transition Taxonomy 2024 | World Bank Group
Sector Career Opportunities
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What We Are Reading
Harnessing The Power Of Digital Technologies For Climate Adaptation | Dalberg & AVPN
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The Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs (ANDE) is a global network of organizations that propel entrepreneurship in developing economies. ANDE members provide critical financial, educational, and business support services to small and growing businesses (SGBs) based on the conviction that SGBs create jobs, stimulate long-term economic growth, and produce environmental and social benefits.