Ashoka Nordic

29/09/2025

Ashoka Nordic is entering a new chapter! While our social media accounts will be dormant, our community remains active as part of Ashoka Europe and the global network. Stay connected – follow Ashoka for updates and subscribe to our newsletter for news and opportunities: https://buff.ly/4rPRc6l

13/05/2025

🌿 Ashoka is proud to partner with Global Green Action Day 2025!

Change is never easy, but when we act together, we can go further and smarter. That’s why Global Green Action Day is mobilizing changemakers, equipping them with the skills, tools, and mindset to drive innovation for sustainability.

On June 5, 2025, aligned with UN World Environment Day, changemakers from across Portugal, Austria, Sweden, and beyond will gather in Porto, Lisbon, Vienna, Stockholm, and online to tackle real sustainability challenges brought by companies and organizations.

Secure your ticket and unlock access to: a 12-hour self-paced training program with modules on Innovation Strategy, Circular Economy, and AI for Sustainability, to Accelerator Sessions, and the Global Green Action Day.

🎟 Register now and use the code AshokaNordic10 for 10% off: https://buff.ly/bh0IlLb

16/04/2025

What happens when social entrepreneurs and corporate leaders get support from corporate leaders to tackle systemic challenges? This year, Ashoka Africa Fellow Dr. Wamuyu Mahinda, founder of Collaborative Value Partners Africa and her partner Gathoni Mahinda joined the , a key milestone of the global systems change accelerator co-created by and Ashoka.

Collaborative Value Partners Africa is on a mission to accelerate growth through the power of partnerships to scale up organizations and create new employment opportunities for youth and women. Their goal? To create 5 million jobs by 2030.

Read our latest article to hear from Dr. Wamuyu and Gathoni’s insights on how their participation in the programme has deepened their understanding of and strengthened their mission to drive new opportunities forward.
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15/04/2025

What happens when social entrepreneurs get support from corporate leaders to tackle systemic challenges? This year, Ashoka Africa Fellow Dr. Wamuyu Mahinda, founder of Value Partners Africa and her partner Gathoni Mahinda joined the , a key milestone of the global systems change accelerator co-created by and Ashoka.

Collaborative Value Partners Africa is on a mission to accelerate growth through the power of partnerships to scale up organizations and create new employment opportunities for youth and women. Their goal? To create 5 million jobs by 2030.

Read our latest article to hear from Dr. Wamuyu and Gathoni’s insights on how their participation in the programme has deepened their understanding of and strengthened their mission to drive new opportunities forward.
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https://buff.ly/lUOLKSl

13/03/2025

Join us on March 19 to hear from Ashoka Fellow Anshu Gupta, founder of Goonj, who has been building bridges between rural and urban India through mutual exchange for over 20 years. In this conversation, we'll explore the power of giving and how it can be transformative for individuals and communities.

Speaking with Anshu will be Maria Clara Pinheiro, leader of Ashoka - New Longevity that is focused on lifelong purpose and contribution.

RSVP: https://buff.ly/Myqfz73

10/03/2025

✨ Last Tuesday, we came together with our incredible community of changemakers to share our vision for the future and the principles that unite us. A powerful reminder that, no matter the challenges or uncertainties, hope remains and with it, the possibility of a better world for all.

Thank you for your courage to dream, your unwavering belief in change, and your commitment to making it happen.

As Ashoka Fellow Markus Raivio said: “We, the Ashoka community, are here to stay. Our hope will remain.”

28/02/2025

𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗜𝗦 𝗜𝗧! 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗣 𝗨𝗣!

This is your moment to amplify your impact, gain support, and unlock new possibilities for your initiative. The Young Changemaker of the Year Award 2025 closes TODAY!

🚀 Get recognized for the change you’re creating
🤝 Join a network of bold young leaders shaping the future
📚 Gain mentorship from top experts to strengthen your project
💡 Access opportunities that can take your work to the next level

✨ Your ideas matter. Your efforts make a difference. Your journey deserves to be supported.

Apply today—because tomorrow is too late.

Will 🫵 YOU be the Young Changemaker of the Year 2025? Apply now! https://buff.ly/405eSRN

27/02/2025

𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗶𝗴! 💫

This is your final chance to apply for the Young Changemaker of the Year Award 2025!

✔ Are you a young leader (18-25) in Finland who has already started making a difference?
✔ Have you taken steps to create positive change in your community?
✔ Do you want to connect with like-minded changemakers and gain exclusive mentorship opportunities?

👉 Don’t let this opportunity slip away! Apply now: https://buff.ly/405eSRN

26/02/2025

💥 Only 2 days left to apply!

Are you 18-25 and living in Finland with an idea to create positive change? This is your chance to take it to the next level!

The Young Changemaker of the Year Award celebrates bold, creative leaders like you who are committed to making an impact in your community. As a winner, you’ll get:

✨Free Mentorship – Get guidance from experienced mentors to help grow your initiative.
🌍Global Network – Connect with 3,800+ changemakers from around the world.
🎓Exclusive Workshops – Learn useful skills like teamwork and finance.

Apply now: https://buff.ly/405eSRN

20/02/2025

“Much like Nietzsche believed God to be dead in his era. In our modern, complex world, so is the hero. This is an opportunity to let go of fleeting victories and unhealthy expectations in favor of sustainable progress. A world where change is no longer in the hands of a solitary hero but a power within all of us.”

✨ Winner of last year's Young Changemaker Award and founder of Olea Think, Ninni Norra is challenging the traditional leadership model. Discover how in her TED Conferences Talk: The Hero is Dead – Changemaking in a Complex World: https://buff.ly/3EDvxVq

👉 Are you a young leader (18-25) in Finland with an idea to change the world?
Apply now for the Young Changemaker of the Year 2025 Award: https://buff.ly/405eSRN

Ninni Norra demystifies social activism by examining storytelling, archetypes, and systemic thinking. With years of experience, she explores the challenges o...