Learning and Development (L&D) Africa is Calling for Abstracts for oral presentations for the Annual L&D Africa Conference 2023 in Accra ON 15th September 2023. The Conference will be a hybrid conference (in-person and virtual). The theme for this year’s conference is: “Accelerating Africa’s Sustainable Development: L&D as a Catalyst to Africa’s Sustainability”.
This conference will bring together L&D practitioners, experts, and thought leaders to explore how L&D can be used as a catalyst for Africa’s sustainability.
This conference will bring together L&D practitioners, experts, and thought leaders to explore how L&D can be used as a catalyst for Africa’s sustainability.
This year’s conference aims to:
- Discuss the role of L&D in promoting sustainable economic growth in Africa: Learning and development (L&D) plays a critical role in promoting sustainable economic growth in Africa. According to a report by the World Economic Forum, L&D is one of Africa’s key drivers of economic growth. The report also highlights the importance of developing human capital in Africa, which is essential for sustainable economic growth.
- Discuss how L&D can support sustainable development in Africa by providing people with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes they need to contribute to a sustainable future.
- To explore the challenges and opportunities associated with integrating sustainability into L&D programs in Africa, including the need to balance economic, social, and environmental sustainability.
- To highlight the importance of collaboration and partnerships in achieving sustainable development in Africa through L&D.
- Highlight the potential benefits of L&D initiatives in addressing the skills gap and shortages hindering economic growth potential in many African countries.
- Share best practices in L&D initiatives in Africa and beyond.
- Create a platform for networking and collaboration among L&D professionals, business leaders, policymakers, and other L&D practitioners, experts, thought leaders and other stakeholders to explore how L&D can be used as a catalyst for Africa’s sustainability.
- Identify strategies for promoting L&D initiatives in Africa and mobilizing resources to support their implementation.
Interested applicants should register and submit their abstracts before 10th August 2023.
You are invited to submit abstracts covering any of the following conference topics:
- Synergizing L&D and Sustainability: Fostering a Circular Economy for Africa’s Prosperity. This thought-provoking session will explore the exciting intersection of Learning and Development (L&D) and sustainability. By embracing the principles of a circular economy, we can unlock new opportunities for sustainable growth and economic prosperity across the African continent.
- Best Practices for Integrating Sustainability into Learning and Development in Africa: This session will showcase successful examples of L&D programs that have integrated sustainability practices in Africa, including case studies and best practices from leading organizations.
- The Role Business Service Providers in L&D play in achieving Africa’s Sustainable Development Goals, with special emphasis on AfCFTA: This session will focus on the role of Business Service Providers in achieving Africa’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a special emphasis on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). It will explore how these providers can support the SDGs through targeted training programs, bridging the skills gap in Africa, and promoting learning and development initiatives. Additionally, the session will discuss the significance of Learning and Development (L&D) in promoting and ensuring the success of AfCFTA.
- Developing Sustainable Leaders: This session will examine how L&D programs can be used to develop sustainable leaders who can drive sustainable development in Africa. This is central to Building a culture of continuous learning for sustainable growth in Africa. Also central to this is on leadership supporting Talent retention and reducing employee turnover.
- The Future of Learning and Development in Africa: This session will explore the emerging trends and technologies in L&D that can support sustainable development in Africa, including e-learning tools, virtual training platforms, and mobile learning solutions.
- Collaboration and Partnership for Sustainable Learning and Development in Africa: This session will highlight the importance of collaboration and partnerships in achieving sustainable development in Africa through L&D, including partnerships between the private sector, governments, and civil society. This can help with fostering innovation, new entrepreneurial opportunities and supporting the enhancement of customer satisfaction across the eco-system.
- AI for Sustainable Learning and Development: This session will focus on exploring the intersection of sustainability and AI in the context of learning and development. It will delve into how artificial intelligence can be harnessed to drive sustainable practices, improve learning outcomes, and create positive impacts on individuals, organizations, and the environment. The session will encompass various aspects such as ethical considerations, responsible AI use, environmental sustainability, and equitable access to learning opportunities. It aims to inspire discussions, share insights, and promote innovative approaches that leverage AI to foster sustainable learning and development.
Paper Submission Guidelines and Time Frames
- Papers addressing the theme of the conference will be considered.
- The abstracts should be a maximum of 400 words.
- Author’s Name, Affiliation, Email Address, and Phone Number.
- Abbreviations should be defined the first time they appear in your text before being used as an abbreviation only.
- Please, do not define or use abbreviations in the title.
- CV or short biography
Author Guidelines:
We kindly request you to follow the following guidelines for your abstract submission:
- Document type: Word
- Text font: Times New Roman
- Font size: 12
- Maximum number of words: 400
- Maximum amount of keywords: 5
Order of presented information:
- Title
- Presenting author
- Other authors
- Primary affiliation
- Abstract text (maximum 400 words)
- Keywords
Participants submitting papers for the Conference must adhere to the key deadline dates as stated in Table 1:
Table 1: More about the Event
| Important Deadlines | Deadline Dates |
|---|---|
| Final Acceptance of Papers | 18 August 2023 |
| Last day for registration for presenters | 1 September 2023 |
| Participants Registration Deadline | 8 September 2023 |
| Conference Date | 15 September 2023 |