U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia

This is the official handle of the US-Exchange Program Alumni Network The Gambia. It's comprised of fellows of the MWF , IVLP & YALI RLC's.

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

#Jasong_Sanyang, an NHRC Officer embraced the project and advised that hate speech and any practice that may incite violence should not be accepted. "We are people of the same country and we should be law abiding. As citizens, we have rights, and as well responsibilities".

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

#US_EPAN Team, with funding from the @USEmbassyBanjul is in the regions on intergenerational dialogues on combatting hate speech. We've partnered with the @NHRCGambia and @ActivistaGambia to ensure a great implementation of project.

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

As we brace for #Day2 of the training with the media and CSOs, we're focused on Understanding Electoral Processes and, Ethical Reporting during elections. Essa Njie, lecturer at the UTG and Isatou Keita, VP of the GPU are our lead resource persons for this sessions respectively.

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

Hon. Minister (MOICI),"We must understand that the importance of any law is to breach the gap between social ideals and the realities. We mustn't rush, care taking is key. thorough observation and critical analysis enable the law be efficient and effective for a reasonable time".

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

Thrilled to start a 2 days training on combatting hate speech during elections and electoral processes, targeting media Practitioners and Members of the Civil Society.
"Hate speech degrades a society rather than improve it". By Eric Mehler, Charge d'Aaffairs, @USEmbassyBanjul

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

Successfully engaged #KomboSouth District on voting and voting processes on the Theme: Combating hate speech in elections and electoral process through community engagement. #Women #Youth and #Local_Authorities were targeted.
#YourVoteYourVoice
@USEmbassyBanjul

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

The perfect place to work; if you're one, give it a shot!
@USEmbassyBanjul

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

Earlier today, our team engaged students from various schools on #Fact_Checking. The training provided students with the requisite knowledge on image and video verification, especially on social media, using some important check tools
@USEmbassyBanjul
@ACornerBanjul

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

And She brought it home! Our President, Isatou Jammeh is the winner of the "Activist Of The Year Award" at the @SheAwardsGambia. We celebrate you today and forever. Thank your for your works and leadership #Congratulations
@USEmbassyBanjul

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

Our Members are making positive impacts. See the recognition yourselves!
This is equal to a win. Our women for the girls, thank you @SheAwardsGambia for the nomination of our President (Isatou Jammeh) and Assistant Programs Officer (Ndey Fatou Jabang)
@USEmbassyBanjul

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

Our Members are making positive impacts. See the recognition yourselves!
This is equal to a win. Our women for the girls, thank you @SheAwardsGambia for the nomination of our President (Isatou Jammeh) and Assistant Programs Officer (Ndey Fatou Jabang)
@USEmbassyBanjul

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

Through the @dancegambia, @FlexFuzion has successfully empowered over 200 young people in the dance sector today. @USEmbassyBanjul was represented by Susan. She shared the importance of the U.S State Department’s investments, and the incredible work of the Alumni network.

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

Our very own Ndey Fatou Jabang, a Mandela Washington Fellowship Alumnil and her team- @FlexFuzion has successfully completed the Season 2 of Dance Gambia Championship, the Gambia’s only National dance platform.
@USEmbassyBanjul

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

The project focuses on promoting Gambian talent through dance/drumbeats while encouraging the youths in creative skills & performing Arts entrepreneurship. This season, Ndey & Her team trained 51 youths in the Dance sector on Dance skills and Entrepreneurship. @USEmbassyBanjul

[Catch Them Young (Gambia) @CTY_Gambia]

This #16DaysofActivism, we join Adama Muloshi to #OrangeTheWorld and #EndFGM.

Ending all forms of #VAW is mandatory for the progress and development of the world.

Today and always, join us #EndFGM.

#16Days

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

We join the rest of the country to congratulate the 2021 Mandela Washington Fellows & welcome them to the network.

You have all taken this journey in difficult circumstances & you made it to the finish line.

We can’t wait to see you all blossom and continue impacting lives !

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

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Our distinguished Fellows were on the AM Show @ GRTS this morning to inspire more young people.

The application Mandela Washington Fellowship 2022 is ongoing. *Did you apply?*

For more info:

https://t.co/N1eovph3te

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

After months of training young people with the right skills and knowledge on entrepreneurship, we drew the curtain last week with a PITCH FOR LIFE contest.

So many brilliant businesses so far and we can't wait to see them all thrive!

Funded: United States Government
#Yass220

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

We are set to stage the grand finale of the YAAS project funded by the United States Government.

This project empowered young people across the country on entrepreneurship and we can't wait to see them changing their communities and empowering other young people.

#Yass220

[U.S. Exchange Programs Alumni Network -The Gambia @US_EPAN]

Congratulations!