Movement Matters

The Movement for Community-led Development is unique because it is not a standalone entity. As of July 2022, we have started a monthly column to share human interest stories that illustrate breakthroughs and learning moments across our membership. Every month, Sera Bulbul interviews a member of our Movement to present key elements of their work and our partnership.

  • Sheku M. Gassimu Jr. – OneVillage Partners

    Sheku M. Gassimu Jr. – OneVillage Partners

    Sheku M. Gassimu Jr. is inspired by the passion and energy that flow within communities. He has worked with OneVillage Partners (OVP) since 2014, and in this month’s Movement Matters column, he shares with MCLD insight into his career and the shifts that OVP has made to become more community-led.

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  • Anne Praxyeda Gidudu – Support Agency for Intellectual Disabilities

    Anne Praxyeda Gidudu – Support Agency for Intellectual Disabilities

    Anne Praxyeda Gidudu believes every individual needs the opportunity to reach their full potential through inclusion, have a supportive family who can encourage them and manage their disability, and also participate in their community with as few barriers as possible.

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  • Essi Mansan Séna Chakpla – ONG AIL

    Essi Mansan Séna Chakpla – ONG AIL

    Essi Mansan Séna Chakpla draws inspiration from the people she has the opportunity to work with – especially young people and women. In this month’s Movement Matters column, Essi shares the wisdom of her 21 years of experience working on community-driven development in Togo.

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