BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PYVOBJECT//NONSGML Version 1//EN BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Africa/Nairobi BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20000101T000000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=1 TZNAME:EAT TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT UID:20260615T224641Z - 81156@e37c72951f07 DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20250415T160000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20250415T170000 CREATED:20260615T224641Z DESCRIPTION:Community -led organizing for sustainable development: The case of KCDF\nAs the debate over decolonizing aid and power shifts intensifies\, one organizati on in Kenya stands out as a real-life example of what sustainable communit y-led development can look like in practice. In our recent webinar\, “Co mmunity-led Sustainable Development Organizations: The Case of KCDF\,” w hich was held on the 15th of April\, 2025\, we explored the history and mo del of the Kenya Community Development Foundation (KCDF) – a pioneer in community philanthropy and champion of locally rooted solutions for 25 yea rs. Since 1997\, KCDF has been working to build capacity in communities ac ross Kenya to empower them to take control of their own development. Their approach goes beyond traditional finance – emphasizing collective actio n\, wealth building\, and local fundraising as key pillars of sustainable change. Key Takeaways from the Webinar: Locally Rooted\, Community-Owned S olutions KCDF believes that real change happens when communities take the lead. Their approach goes beyond viewing people as beneficiaries—they ar e partners\, co-creators\, and decision-makers. This mindset builds a deep er sense of ownership\, trust\, and long-term resilience. Building Local A ssets for Long-term Impact By encouraging local giving and helping communi ties build their own endowment funds\, KCDF is paving the way for lasting impact. It’s a powerful step toward reducing reliance on outside aid and ensuring communities can continue their progress—on their own terms. Pa rtnerships that Respect Local Wisdom KCDF’s partnerships are built on re spect and the simple but powerful idea that people know what’s best for their own communities. They listen\, learn\, and walk alongside grassroots organizations\, recognizing local knowledge as a strength\, not a gap. Ad aptability in Challenging Times Whether it’s shifting political landscap es or the growing challenges of climate change\, KCDF stays responsive and [...] DTSTAMP:20260615T224641Z SUMMARY:Community-led organizing for sustainable development: The case of K CDF END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR