
Julie Gichuru
@juliegichuru
Nyakinyua 🪘 aka Soaring Eagle ♡ Afro-optimist, wife, mother, change agent, child of God. Peace ✌
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“Why was it important for your voice to be represented in the room today?” Last week in Nairobi, we heard Vanessa Ishimwe’s answer to this very important question📌 Vanessa 🇷🇼🇺🇬 UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency #RefugeeInclusion #YouthVoices

Moments captured during our morning session at the #IDPSolutions Roundtable📸✨ UNHCR Nigeria UNHCR East, Horn of Africa and Great Lakes



Such an important conversation in Lagos this week with private companies, Governments and development actors from across Africa, on IDP solutions. How to harness markets? How to unlock private capital and creativity? What will it take? UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency IOM - UN Migration 🇺🇳 UN Development


Great conversation hosted by UNHCR Nigeria w/ H.E Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu CON, Raouf Mazou, Robert Piper, Julie Gichuru, & Amal Hassan on private sector solutions for internal displacement. By fostering market creation, de-risking investments, & improving policies, we can create jobs for IDPs.


Day 2 on Private Sector and IDP solutions in #Africa. Challenges to raise capital for companies working with IDPs. Julie Gichuru meets with Christian Mulamu of IFC Africa, Edward Ogunmekan of Sterling Bank, Adeline Somda of PGD Antaras and Tarila Ebieda of African Development Bank Group.



From a refugee camp to scouting talent for the Toronto Raptors, Sarah Chan's journey is a testament to resilience. How can we empower displaced individuals to rewrite their narratives? Stay tuned - Going live on YouTube on 10th February. #ALADIStateofAfrica #FosteringDialogue


NBA Africa CEO Clare Akamanzi envisions courts, academies & opportunities in refugee camps - where the next NBA star could be waiting to shine. Don’t miss it - Live today on CNBC Africa. #ALADIStateofAfrica #SportsForChange #FosteringDialogue

#StateOfAfrica is here! A platform for African dialogue, driving policy change and real solutions. We explore how inclusive policies and strategic partnerships can empower refugees and host communities to fuel economic growth. Join the conversation - Live now on CNBC Africa


"How can we advocate for refugee-led organizations to access financial support, helping them thrive and uplift their communities?" A powerful question from today’s conversation on CNBC Africa - Share your thoughts below. #ALADIStateOfAfrica

“Refugees are not a burden they can contribute to economic development." - Victoria Anib. IGAD Health & Social Development Division, IGAD Secretariat. What a powerful takeaway from today’s #StateOfAfrica conversation. Watch live on CNBC Africa ! #ALADIStateofAfrica



“...I have learned to forgive, rise above and to push through focusing on the road ahead. In the words of Chinua Achebe, if you don’t like somebody else’s story, write your own.” A powerful reflection by Sarah Chan on today's #StateOfAfrica discussion on CNBC Africa.


Farouk Gumel highlights the importance of co-creating solutions with IDPs and refugees to drive sustainable impact. How can we collaborate with displaced communities to address their challenges? Join the discussion today on CNBC Africa at 7PM CAT | 8PM EAT. #ALADIStateofAfrica

[SPONSORED] On the next episode of State of Africa, we’re handing the mic to those who don’t just talk about change—they live it. @ALADInstitute, with the support of Mastercard Foundation, is making sure these voices are heard where it matters. Be part of the conversation. 📺 Catch it

“Africa is on the move, and our successes are real. Our economies have grown over the decades, and our voice is now stronger globally.” — H.E. Dr. Jakaya Kikwete, Jakaya Kikwete ALF Patron & Former President of Tanzania, in his powerful opening remarks at #ALF2025 UONGOZI Institute


#NowHappening Plenary Session: Realising Sustainable Development Goals in Africa: Progress and Way Forward Moderated by Julie Gichuru #ALF2025 #ARFSD11 UONGOZI Institute Jakaya Kikwete Hailemariam Dessalegn Food and Agriculture Organization ECA
