Insights from the AfriLabs Annual Gathering 2025 We had an engaging conversation with Erasmus from Ghana, who shared thought-provoking insights on how innovation hubs can stay relevant in today’s fast-changing landscape. Responding to the question of how hubs can offer more than just physical workspaces, Erasmus emphasized that it’s no longer enough to focus only on information dissemination, especially since such knowledge is now easily accessible online through AI and digital platforms. He highlighted that hubs should instead focus on creating real value for young innovators by facilitating: ✅ Access to markets for their innovations ✅ Access to investment opportunities ✅ Access to a network of investors, offering them support and encouragement along the journey. These, he noted, are the true enablers that help young innovators move from ideas to real impact. At The Youth Café, we resonate deeply with this vision, building systems that empower young people not just to dream, but to thrive through innovation and collaboration. 🌍✨ #AfriLabsAG25 #InnovationEcosystem #YouthEmpowerment #AfricaInnovation #TheYouthCafe #Partnerships #SDGs #UNDP #AfriLabs #TwinningProgramme #GhanaInnovation

🤝🤸🏼‍♂️ Week 6 Finale: Twinning in Bangor again … 🎉 This morning, the team reunited the pupils of Kilcooley Primary School and Clandeboye Primary School for the second time in our Twinning Programme for @ANDborough 🌟 Held at Clandeboye PS, the morning was packed with team-building activities, promoting positive good relations, and enjoying sport in each others company, common themes throughout the 6 weeks🏅 A special mention to the Good Relations Team at Ards and North Down Council for funding and to the players from @bangorfc who stopped by to inspire the pupils — ⚽👏 As we finish this cohort, we look forward to replicating the programme in the new year in Newtownards with West Winds PS & St. Finnians PS 🙌 #SportChangesLife #TwinningProgramme #GoodRelations #ArdsAndNorthDown #TeamBuilding #PositiveConnections

The SPIDER #TwinningProgramme is taking its first steps✨ Last week, the team held an introductory meeting with eDIH Paris-Saclay @pctguama to kickstart their collaboration. Stay tuned for the announcement of the full list of Twinning Programme participants! #InnovationHubs

On 8th November, our Bar and Bat Mitzvah Twinning Manager, @rosenbergls, spoke to a group of Bar Mitzvah girls @MagenAvot. Interested in Laurie speaking? Contact him: laurie.rosenberg@yadvashem.org.uk #lightforyourtwin #neverforget #yadvashemuk #twinningprogramme

Over 20 young people joined @BarnetSynagogue in their first Bnei Mitzvah Programme. Yad Vashem UK followed Mala Tribich in talking about how through our #Twinningprogramme you can secure the memories of those murdered during the Shoah. office@yadvashem.org.uk

On 13 June, @awiktorin together with Ms. Bella Nestorova, Team Leader in DG NEAR attended the launch of the #EUfunded #TwinningProgramme ‘Fostering integrity and preventing corruption in the public sector in #Armenia . #EuinArmenia

Leading up to Yom HaShoah, @JFSSchool held assemblies for Years 7 and 8 featuring our very own @laurierosenberg who spoke about our #twinnningprogramme. For more information, email us today office@yadvashem.org.uk #yadvashemuk #twinningprogramme #holocaustremembrance #yomhashoah

A big thank you to Chabad of Buckhurst Hill for allowing our very own @laurierosenberg to speak last night about our #TwinningProgramme. tinyurl.com/2tf3mpbr #yadvashemuk #yadvashem #lightforyourtwin #lightformytwin #guardianofthememory #barmitzvah #batmitzvah @ChabadUK

Emily was twinned with Susannah Apteker, a young girl who was tragically murdered aged 9. “We arranged to meet the family. It was such a memorable evening, one that all of us will never forget.” Contact us today tinyurl.com/2tf3mpbr #yadvashemuk #twinningprogramme #batmitzvah

A big thank you to Chigwell & Hainault Synagogue for having us last night and to all those who shared their Twinning story with us! #TwinningProgramme #yadvashemuk #yadvashem #lightforyourtwin #lightformytwin #guardianofthememory #barmitzvah #batmitzvah #twinning @spurscabdanny

We are so excited to be speaking @BarnetSynagogue on Sunday about our amazing #TwinningProgramme Contact us for more details: office@yadvashem.org.uk . . #TwinningProgramme #yadvashemuk #yadvashem #Barmitzvah #Batmitzvah #holocaust #holocaustremebrance #guardianofthememory

Eva was twinned with Eva Schneider and Charlie was twinned with Shmil Yoel Scharf. Both victims were tragically murdered at the age of 12. tinyurl.com/ezyr8apx Contact us today tinyurl.com/3faaczpt #neverforget #lightforyourtwin #yadvashemuk #yadvashem #twinningprogramme

Don’t let COVID-19 set you back from studying abroad: #StudyAbroad #TwinningProgramme studyinternational.com/news/…

Keep your study abroad costs low with a twinning programme. studyinternational.com/news/… #StudyAbroad #TwinningProgramme

Don’t let COVID-19 set you back from studying abroad: studyinternational.com/news/… #TwinningProgramme #StudyAbroad

Don’t let COVID-19 set you back from studying abroad: studyinternational.com/news/… #StudyAbroad #TwinningProgramme

When Lincoln University turned 100, #CTians celebrated along :) Worthy Managing Director @manbir_s with #Lincoln family :) #100yearold 1 1 #Twinningprogramme #California #TeamCT #MoU

#TwinningProgramme, continuano le attività di gemellaggio con l'Aspim di Karaburun Sazan. Questa volta ci siamo andati noi di #TorreGuaceto in Albania, con noi, gli artigiani della pesca sostenibile della Riserva. #28Novembre

#TwinningProgramme, raccontiamo i risultati ottenuti nella prima fase del piano di gemellaggio con l'Aspim di #KaraburunSazan ed il progetto realizzato con il #WWFBrindisi, See the sea, il concorso fotografico di #TorreGuaceto!

A huge THANK YOU to the pupils of @StPetersSch in Bolton who sent us this photo after they took part in a charity dress down day for end of term. They collectively raised over £240 for the PV Children's home in Kenya. 🇰🇪 🇬🇧 #ConnectingSchools #TwinningProgramme