NELGA Alumni Workshop Strengthens Capacity and Vision for Land Governance in Africa

The NELGA Alumni Workshop, held from July 7–11, 2025, brought together alumni, experts, and partners to advance a shared vision for improved land governance across Africa. Over the course of five days, participants worked collaboratively to define the role of the alumni network as a driver of knowledge exchange, policy influence, and professional growth in the sector.

The workshop delivered outcomes that will shape the future of the NELGA Alumni Network. Participants co-created a clear roadmap for alumni engagement, outlining concrete actions to enhance collaboration, mentorship, and regional fundraising initiatives. Regional alumni representatives shared practical strategies for sustaining networks and demonstrated how alumni can collectively influence land policy debates and reforms.

In parallel, hands-on training equipped alumni with skills critical to their roles as leaders and advocates in land governance. Sessions focused on effective leadership, strategic communication, advocacy, and alumni network management, leaving participants with actionable tools to strengthen their professional and organizational impact.

The exchange of best practices among alumni and youth-led initiatives showcased the innovative work already happening across the continent, inspiring others to replicate and adapt successful approaches in their own contexts. Alumni also explored pathways to contribute more effectively to applied research and to mentor the next generation of land professionals.

By the close of the workshop, alumni left empowered with a stronger collective identity, a concrete action plan, and enhanced capacities to drive meaningful change in land governance systems throughout Africa.