In this episode, Erica and Sam talk about some of the red flags and green flags of development. Tune in to learn about development models that can unintentionally cause harm and explore how you can become a more sustainable and community-oriented leader (the green flag we're all striving towards).

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In our first episode of Season 2, Erica and Sam ask: what if some of our well-intentioned efforts to help people are making things worse?
Drawing on real experiences in Africa, they explore how traditional approaches to addressing poverty often overlook the strengths already present in communities, unintentionally creating dependency rather than lasting change.

Your hosts:
Sam Birondwa - Africa Director at Kurumbuka Leadership Solutions
Erica Asiimwe - Founder of Love & Hands and Executive Leaders Program Director at Kurumbuka Leadership Solutions

In this season, Erica draws on insights from Kurumbuka Leadership Solutions that she has applied in communities in East Africa through her work with Love & Hands.

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In this Season 1 finale, Erica and Richard revisit the shift from scarcity to abundance through the Feeding of the Five Thousand, trace Erica’s personal journey into Asset-Based Community Development, and share powerful stories of how ABCD is transforming communities across Africa.

Join us for Season 2 as we go deeper into ABCD and how it can reshape your leadership, your organization, and your community.

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