West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI)
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Strengthening Civil Society in West Africa through knowledge sharing, learning, connecting and influencing.
Accra, Ghana
Joined January 2012
Also, read our latest piece that explains Lessons from USAID’s Stop-Work Order and the mindsets driving resource mobilisation and long-term resilience. : https://t.co/fyxE29luGH
#FrontlineVoices #15MinutesInWACSI
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New Year, New Series! Introducing #FrontlineVOICES on 15 Minutes in WACSI — amplifying the real stories and resilience of African #CSOs. In our first episode, Liberian organisations share how they’re navigating #USAID funding cuts. Watch: https://t.co/CY3951Yiee
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Our 2026 has started on a high note! We’re excited to welcome the first cohort of our Next Generation Internship Programme (NGIP) — brilliant young minds from Guinea-Bissau, Côte d’Ivoire, Sierra Leone & Nigeria. Join us in congratulating and welcoming them to #WACSI
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We’re in Year 4 of our 2023–2027 Strategic Plan, driving civil society strengthening and development across West Africa with our partners. Explore the plan: https://t.co/6OWC5Hgt0T Which priority area resonates with your organisation?
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Nous sommes de retour ! Le WACSI a officiellement repris ses activités le 12 janvier 2026. Notre équipe est prête à renforcer la société civile, promouvoir la bonne gouvernance et soutenir l’action citoyenne en Afrique de l’Ouest. Bienvenue en 2026 !
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We’re back and ready to serve! WACSI has officially resumed work today, 12 January 2026. Our team is re-energised and committed to strengthening civil society, advancing good governance, and supporting civic action across West Africa. Welcome to 2026!
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Constitution Day in Ghana is observed on 7th January, and today the nation celebrates this public holiday in honour of the Constitution. At WACSI, we reaffirm our commitment to strengthening civil society’s role in advancing democracy, accountability, and good governance.
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Happy New Year from WACSI! We thank you for walking with us—standing for a strong civil society, shared values, and collective progress. May the year ahead bring meaningful partnerships toward a more just and inclusive West Africa. Wishing you a purposeful and impactful 2026.
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Happy Boxing Day from WACSI! 🎁 As a day of giving and sharing, may Boxing Day remind us of the greatest gift of all: solidarity, kindness, and community. Wishing our partners, allies, fellows, alumni, and the wider civil society community a joyful and restful day.
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Season’s greetings from WACSI. Thank you to our partners, fellows, alumni, and the civil society community for a year of shared purpose and collective action. Together, we turned ideas into impact. Wishing you rest and renewal ahead. Happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
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Le CSR-Hub Cohort IV est ouvert aux organisations de la société civile du Ghana, du Nigeria et du Sénégal, et se concentre sur l'espace civique et la conformité réglementaire. Il s'agit d'un programme de renforcement des capacités d'une durée de 12 mois. https://t.co/nEraDRL4yn
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WACSI sera en congé pour les fêtes de fin d’année à partir du 19 décembre 2025 et reprendra ses activités normales le 12 janvier 2026. Pendant que notre équipe se reposera, nos plateformes de médias sociaux resteront actives afin de continuer à interagir avec notre communauté.
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📢Holiday Notice WACSI is on Christmas break from 19 Dec 2025 and will resume normal operations on 12 Jan 2026. While our team rests, our social media platforms will remain active to keep engaging our community. Thank you for your continued support.
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📣 Call for Applications! CSR-Hub Cohort IV is open for CSOs in Ghana, Nigeria & Senegal, focusing on Civic Space & Regulatory Compliance. A 12-month capacity-building programme. 🗓 Deadline: 15 Jan 2026 🔗 https://t.co/nEraDRL4yn
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WACSI is hiring a Programme and Administrative Officer for its Abuja Node! We're seeking someone passionate about supporting civil society and strong in programme management. Full-time, 1-year renewable contract. More details here: https://t.co/OKBPzFyMjq
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“What has democracy delivered?” —a question many citizens still ask after three decades. — Dr Ibn Chambas, AU High Representative for Silencing the Guns. Shared at #WACSW2025 in Accra. What should democracy deliver for citizens to truly feel its impact? https://t.co/2SX1tay09n
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Power is shifting, and communities want to define success, not just receive support. In her Op-Ed, @MelissaJuisi_S explores how we measure transformation when power changes hands. How should real transformation be measured? Read & join the conversation: https://t.co/Tv71dUsw5D
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New Report Out Now! 🔍 Mapping AI adoption among civil society orgs across 9 EMEA countries. 💡 Key insights: funding gaps, digital skills needs & mission-aligned AI aspirations. Explore the findings + free dashboard https://t.co/27RWZraGm2
#AIforSocialChange #TechSoup #GoogleOrg
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Youth are reshaping West Africa’s political landscape — but are our systems keeping up? Farouk Alhassan explores youth leadership, power alternance, and democratic transitions in West Africa. Are young leaders being empowered or held back? https://t.co/2WS70hQD7p
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“In a time of democratic storms, civil society is not just a pillar of democracy; it is the dynamic force steering West Africa toward renewal.”— @AmbMusah_AbdelF. This powerful message anchored the keynote address at the #WACSW2025). Read more here: https://t.co/9eNVyfJGBv
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