Esther Benjamin

CEO @WorldEdServices | Alumna @BarackObama | Higher Education | Global Engagement | Social Enterprise | Inclusive Economies | Opinions Mine

[Skoll Centre for Social Entrepreneurship @SkollCentre]

In our most recent #InsightsforAction seminar on 1 Dec (online recording here! https://t.co/RojWvJdOh7) our speakers- Rejane Woodroffe, @EstherTBenjamin, @susannakislenko and @MaryaBesharov - discussed the practice of sabbatical-taking and the value of stepping away, and coming back – for individuals, and the organisations they lead. For a recap, listen to some audio snippets from our most recent seminar in the video below, as we reflect on some of the conversations we have had this year...

Thank you all again for joining us for these seminars this year – we are so proud of the research community we are building together. And in this spirit of gratitude, we wish you all a very happy –and restful – holiday season and New Year! We recognise that restfulness and the ability to switch off from work over the holiday period is a privilege. Please take care of yourselves.

We hope you will join us in the new year for our upcoming seminars which will discuss 'Refugee Entrepreneurship' (Friday 19th January), and 'Meaningful Impact Measurement' (Friday 9th February). Registration links are below! All seminars are from 15:30-16:30 in Said Business School (and on Zoom!) followed by a reception. See you in 2024 😊

🍃 Refugee Entrepreneurship: https://t.co/bInrZuqsL8

📚 Meaningful Impact Measurement: https://t.co/KFDa08f6gN

[Skoll Centre for Social Entrepreneurship @SkollCentre]

🍂Please join us on Friday 1st December (⏰15:30-16:30 GMT) for next month's #InsightsforAction seminar 'Leading for Impact: How Individuals and Organisations Can Lead Well for the Long-Term'.

Join moderator @MaryaBesharov, along with @susannakislenko, @EstherTBenjamin and Réjane Woodroffe to discuss the importance of trust, rest and perspective in this field of work.

Read more and register here: https://t.co/wIAneu0c1M

[Esther Benjamin @EstherTBenjamin]

With the launch of the #USforSuccess coalition, @WorldEdServices looks forward to working with other mission-driven organizations to prioritize the success of #IntlStudents, as well as the success of the local communities where they study and settle.

https://t.co/qYEj2tAO1t

[Esther Benjamin @EstherTBenjamin]

🌍The @RefugeesIntl 2023 Advocacy Awards last week was so inspiring.

🌟The evening highlighted the rich contributions refugees and forcibly displaced people make when they can rebuild their lives in welcoming communities.

#WithRefugees

[Esther Benjamin @EstherTBenjamin]

"[In] a world seeing so many global challenges, we require global solutions. And global solutions require an ability to think more globally and to think more internationally."

Great interview with @FantaAwNAFSA, a leader who continues to inspire me:

https://t.co/HfOLdea27j

[Esther Benjamin @EstherTBenjamin]

@Springboks I think we just found your #1 fan!!🇿🇦

[Callum Gowar @callumgowar03]

@jaredwright17

[Esther Benjamin @EstherTBenjamin]

Phenomenal!! A proud #SouthAfrican #Springboks fan celebrating #WorldCup2023 victory in #DC!! Yes, that’s a hand-painted #RSA jumpsuit. The best home security camera footage. @callumgowar03

[Callum Gowar @callumgowar03]

@jaredwright17

[Springboks @Springboks]

For South Africa 🇿🇦
#StrongerTogether #Springboks #RWCFinal #RSAvNZL

[Rugby World Cup @rugbyworldcup]

A dramatic first half in Paris

#RWC2023 | #RWCFinal

[Rugby World Cup @rugbyworldcup]

The @Springboks national anthem 🇿🇦

#RWC2023 | #RWCFinal

[Esther Benjamin @EstherTBenjamin]

It is an honor to be recognized by @ThePIENews and to be amongst such a powerful cohort of change makers in the international education space.

I am excited for all that we can achieve together as we support the next generation of leaders.

https://t.co/r5aG1qtyjp

#IntlEd

[Esther Benjamin @EstherTBenjamin]

On this #WelcomingWeek2023, join us as we shine a light on and celebrate the important contributions newcomers bring to our communities. https://t.co/7hlYx5l2ct

[World Education Services @WorldEdServices]

As we kick off #WelcomingWeek2023, it’s important to highlight the immeasurable contributions of newcomers. As an organization focused on helping immigrants & refugees thrive, we believe that opening doors & embracing diversity helps build a better future. https://t.co/EjxuMe4yjT

[Esther Benjamin @EstherTBenjamin]

Important trends, outcomes, and perceptions about the value of college in the U.S. in the ⁦@nytimes⁩ today. https://t.co/uJMDTEGH5G

[Esther Benjamin @EstherTBenjamin]

The #WES team was in action during the #IEASA Conference. Oumar Sanga and I presented on the international mobility of African #HigherEd qualifications, and Beka Tavartkiladze presented on refugee qualification recognition alongside colleagues at #SAQA and @ScalabriniCT.

[Esther Benjamin @EstherTBenjamin]

Before the International Education Association of South Africa (#IEASA) Conference, we attended the Global Education Summit, where I joined an expert panel to discuss the importance of ethical leadership in #HigherEd.

An energizing day, many insights, and great people.

[Esther Benjamin @EstherTBenjamin]

We started our #SouthAfrica trip with a visit to the South Africa Qualifications Authority (SAQA). We discussed the SAQA-WES partnership focused on a recently completed pilot program to address the needs of forcibly displaced people in South Africa.

#WithRefugees

[Esther Benjamin @EstherTBenjamin]

This past week, I had the privilege to visit #SouthAfrica alongside my colleagues Beka Tavartkiladze and Oumar Sanga to share @WorldEdServices’ work, to deepen partnerships, and to learn from thought leaders across government, higher education, and more.

[Esther Benjamin @EstherTBenjamin]

Looking forward to joining my WES colleague Oumar Sanga this Thursday to present on ‘Unlocking Opportunities: The International Mobility of African Higher Education Qualifications’ at IEASA's 25th Annual Conference in South Africa. https://t.co/46Puy8BwtA

#IEASA
#HigherEd

[Esther Benjamin @EstherTBenjamin]

The IMPRINT Coalition is expanding. Join this dynamic network that is working towards advancing public policies to support economic inclusion for all! https://t.co/tfCoXeenNv

[IMPRINT @IMPRINTproject]

Is your organization looking for opportunities to increase the economic inclusion of immigrants and people who have been forcibly displaced? Join IMPRINT to be a part of a movement that's championing critical workforce reforms!

https://t.co/FeJeAH9NUf

[Esther Benjamin @EstherTBenjamin]

Paolo is a powerful advocate for many communities we engage with at WES. His insights will be so valuable to our organization and our mission. We are excited to have Paolo join our Board of Trustees. https://t.co/pdtleVfEXz

[World Education Services @WorldEdServices]

WES is pleased to welcome John Paolo Varias to its Board of Trustees. Paolo is currently Associate Director of Clinical and Support Services for the Niagara Region in Ontario, Canada. Welcome, Paolo!

Read more:
https://t.co/6shEaaK6cn