As we close the chapter on 2024, we stand at the threshold of a remarkable journey defined by our theme: “A Year of Expanded Horizons.” This year, our research center has dedicated itself to transcending boundaries and exploring new frontiers across five pivotal pillars:
- Expanding Research Horizons;
- Expanding Consulting Services;
- Expanding Community Outreach;
- Expanding Partnerships; and
- Expanding Employee Well-Being.
2024 marks a pivotal moment for CKC as we have ventured into uncharted territories, forging new partnerships, and strengthening a dynamic, creative, and impactful research and development ecosystem. We celebrate not only achievements but the transformative journey we embarked upon in expanding our horizons. Together, we are not just looking forward to the future – we are actively shaping it.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude for the unwavering dedication demonstrated by our members and profound appreciation to our Governance Board, international advisors, associates, and partners. Your steadfast commitment has been instrumental in driving CKC toward remarkable achievements this year and we look forward to continuing this collaborative spirit into 2025 and beyond.
We are excited to announce CKC’s feature on the inaugural episode of The Ripple Effect podcast from University of Technology Sydney, aired on 28 November 2024.
In this inaugural episode titled “Establishing Common Ground – Insights into Organisational Capacity Strengthening from Participatory Action Research”, Dr. Mai Le Quyen, CKC’s Deputy Director, joined representatives from Vietnam, Indonesia, and Sri Lanka to share key research findings for the first year from our Participatory Action Research on Organizational Capacity Building. Together, they discussed effective strategies to boast international cooperation in strengthening community-based organizations.
Tune in to the first episode of the series of live, interdisciplinary dialogues to explore the role of partnerships in international development and how we’re creating lasting, positive changes across borders.
Listen today and be part of the Ripple Effect. Stay tuned for more expert insights in future episodes. Let’s create a ripple effect of positive change!
Tune in to the Podcast here.
Monday November 25th marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and the beginning of the ‘16 Days of Activism’. This campaign calls for action against one of the world’s most persistent human rights violations – violence against women and girls.
At CKC, we are committed to developing and modeling gender-transformative initiatives to achieve gender equity and respond to gender-based violence. Our efforts include:
- Delivering Gender Equality Awareness Initiatives: We strive to engage with communities about the importance of gender equality and the impact of violence against women.
- Hosting Gender Transformative Workshops: We provide workshops for individuals and organizations to foster understanding and skills that challenge gender norms and promote equality.
- Disaggregating Research and Data by Sex: We ensure our research reflects gender disparities, helping to inform effective interventions and policies.
We all have a role to play in preventing gender-based violence. Join CKC in committing to taking action.
(Poppy Fowler)