The document provides an overview of the Africa in Me campaign, which aims to promote Africa as a destination for international internships and showcase positive stories about the continent. It introduces the virtual team leading the campaign and describes some of the projects and activities they are coordinating, such as sharing experiences of interns and volunteers through videos, photos and articles on the Africa in Me website. It also outlines partnership opportunities for non-African AIESEC local committees and recognition of local committees' work on projects aligned with the campaign's focus areas.
2. Dear Readers,
When we first began work on the Active Contribution Program and Africa in
Me in March at Afro XLDS the delegates did not know what we were actu-
ally about to achieve. I was working on the branding part of this, which later
became “Africa in Me” and it wasn’t until we saw the finished products of
the various work groups as they came together that we truly understood
the impact we were creating, the platform we were creating to allow real
impact.
In a unique display of unity by African entities, our firm commitment to show
the world what an amazing continent we live on was put down on paper.
We decided to show the world the humanity of Africa; The incredible tol-
erance of the African people, our beautiful lands, our mountains and our
oceans. We decided not only to bring Africa to the world, but also bring the
world to Africa, and use the world to help Africa.
AS PROUD AFRICANS WE HAVE THE ABILITY TO BECOME THE
FIRST-CHOICE INTERNSHIP DESTINATION.
Active Contribution Program allows us to focus our activities on specific
social areas, it allows us to work together to tackle the most pressing so-
cial issues on our beautiful continent. Africa in Me is the face of AIESEC
Africa and Active Contribution Program. With Africa in Me we can manage
the way Africa is perceived within the network and beyond, we can show
potential EPs what amazing experiences await them and we can ultimately
show entities why they should be sending their interns to our shores.
Let us work together, unified as Africans, to achieve AIESEC 2015 and Af-
rica 2015. Let us make Africa the first-choice destination for interns.
As a proud African,
Michael Hubbard.
3. Countries Implementing africa in me campaign:
Mauritius Ethiopia kenya
tanzania Nigeria gabon
Cameroon ghana senegal
botswana rwanda togo
mozambique uganda liberia
south africa cote d’ivoire burkina faso
Benin
TABLE OF CONTENT:
Page 1 and 2: AiM Team Intro
Page 3: ACP Coordinator Profile
Page 4: AIM for non african lc
Page 5 and 6: Best Epic Moments
Page 7 and 8: aim for african lc
Page 9: AiM in IC Intro
Page 10: Recognition
Page 11 and 12: Calendar of Events and
Projects
4. AFrica in me team introduction
Michael Hubbard (AIESEC in South Africa)
Role:
• Local Comittee President
Cape Town LC
• Team Leader
Africa In Me branding Campaign
Michael Hubbard began his AIESEC journey as
an intern in India, before joining his home LC in
Cape Town, South Africa, as VP Communica-
tions. He became Africa in Me Manager after
developing the heart-shaped Africa logo at Afro
XLDS and creating the first website for the launch
in Mozambique. Now he’s LCP in Cape Town and
manages a diverse and strong virtual Africa in Me
team.
Nahid Valli (AIESEC in Tanzania, LC IFM)
Roles:
• Web Administrator/ Moderator
Africa in Me Campaign
• Senior Musketeer
AI GLOBAL SUPPORT TEAM
• MCVP IM and COMM
AIESEC IN TANZANIA 11/12
Why Join Africa In Me?
Living and showcasing international experiences
of Africa through the stories shared on various in-
ternships taken by AIESECers from all over the
world.
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5. AFrica in me team introduction
Ifeyinwa Elueze (AIESEC Nigeria)
Role :
• Activity Coordinator for West Africa
Africa in Me Campaign
• MC Manager 12.13
Non-Corporate Sales & GCDPs
Why Join Africa In Me:
Committed to showcasing amazing experiences
captured in stories and pictures that explore the
beauty of global diversity, intergration and develop-
ment.
Abner Nyarago (AIESEC Egerton)
Roles:
• AIESEC Uganda
National Support Team Incoming Exchange
Manager
• Content Creator
Africa In Me regional Branding Campaign
• AIESEC Kenya
Regional CR Youth Speak Project.
Elena Gaffurini (Italian, living in South Africa)
• MCP Ethiopia 11.12
• AIESEC Intern in DHL Supply Chain South Africa,
GoTeach Program Coordinator
• AiM Partnership development
My vision and motivation to be part of AiM:
Tell impactful stories of change makers in Af-
rica, showcase the richness of our continent and
AIESEC relevance in it to make it 1st destination
for youth from everywhere in the world.
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6. ACP Coordinator Profile
“Develop your Leadership Potential” 4 words that caught my attention and
triggered me to fill the application form to join AIESEC in University of Mau-
ritius on August 2009. A month later I was a member and became the OCP
of the first PBOX run by AIESEC Mauritius. Not only did I realize during
this journey how AIESEC transformed me, I also saw an opportunity to em-
power more Mauritians to impact local communities. LCP was unquestion-
ably my next step.
The organization has grown very fast during my LCP term. We did not have
the brightest possible start, but as we moved through this AIESEC journey
we capitalized on the different opportunities that cropped up. AIESEC UoM
had only 17 members when the year 10-11 started. We finished the term
as the best African LC with almost 400% growth in Exchange and 500%
growth in membership.
The ICX department had surely gained momentum and it was my next
challenge to maintain this growth as I applied for MCVP ICX. The posi-
tion secured, my next step was to adjust the prevailing structure into a
more sustainable one. As the membership expanded, AIESEC Mauritius
did more projects and built its reputation in the development sector.
Aspiring to greatness is what kept me moving forward. Independently, how
small we are, we can make an impact and finish strong setting legendary
benchmarks. Africa is the land of untapped potential and AIESEC has nev-
er been more relevant on this continent. I believe this tremendous growth
showcased by AIESEC Mauritius, can be showcased through ACP by the
many other African entities.
Here I am embarking on my
journey as ACP coordinator
which will unquestionably be a
fulfilling experience with the
“Lions on the Move”.
Sean Fourmacou
ACP Coordinator 12/13
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7. AIM FOR NON AFRICAN LC
Africa in Me - Ambassadorship Program
Through this program we want to select students and/or AIESECer who will
be ambassador of our Country in your entity partnering with us for Active
Contribution Program GCDP.
WHY Africa in Me Ambassadorship Program:
• To Position Africa as first destination of your EP.
• To showcase AIESEC Internship Opportunities through Cultural, artistic
presentation.
• To receive experienced EPs to support your EP recruiting.
• To increase your Brand positioning on campus as a Global organization
focused on Development and youth led positive impact.
WHAT do you need to do?
• Select the entities you would like to partner with to send your EPs for “Ac-
tively Contributing” internship in Africa.
• Approach local media/PR/event management companies to support you
dealing with Africa in Me activities in your city and in your campus.
• Open TNs for our Eps to come there and follow the guidelines in the next
pages to structure 6 weeks GCDP program to position Africa in Me in your
campus.
• Once there, our EPs would work together with your local Companies and
organization on Event Management to get professional skills as well as
increase the positioning of Africa in Me brand as well as to directly recruit
students In your campuses for them to be Eps for Active Contribution Pro-
grams TNs in our Country.
Benefits to your LC:
• Showcasing of African cultures to local students.
• Increase OGX realizations to actively contribute to United Nations Millen-
nium development goals by impacting Africa.
• Attract new target of companies [PR, Journalist, Design, Photographer..]
• Contributing to ICX growth African Countries.
• Changing the view and mind-set about Africa to find in our countries the
best partner for growth.
For more information, please visit: africainme.org
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8. Best epic moment 1
I now posses “Africa in Me”
Written By: Maja Falkentoft | Country of Origin: Denmark |
Country of Visit: Senegal | Exchange: GCDP | Dates: 2012
Sometimes one searches to obtain something from souvenirs or
plane tickets; past or future travels. Sometimes one wish that time
would stop, so that one can posses the moment. But instead of
possessing a moment in time or nostalgic imagination, I now pos-
ses “Africa in Me”; Africa in my mind; my ideas of the very moment.
And as a wise man once said, “The mind-set in which we travel is
far more important than where we travel.” My Senegalese experi-
ence has not only given me an internship experience or a nostalgic
memory, but it has contributed to my everyday perceptions and
travelling of thoughts in Copenhagen.
I could tell you so many things more, but instead I think you
should just go there.
To read the whole story visit the link below:
http://africainme.org/i-now-posses-africa-in-me/
Want to read more stories like this?
africainme.org
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9. best epic moment 2
Stories from Kwamo, Ghana
Written By: Adam Page | Country of Origin: United Kingdom |
Country of Visit:Ghana, LC KNUST | Project: Afritour Project |
Exchange: GCDP | Dates: June-July 2012
I frankly have too many stories to tell from Ghana so I’m afraid I’ve
had to prioritise details. But if you do plan to come to Ghana I’d
advise you on the following things. If you plan to eat local food;
practise for eating fufu with your hands. If you want to play foot-
ball; prepare for a physical game. If you wanna party; get ready to
azonto. If you feel like meeting friendly folks; you’ll find AIESECers
from across the globe. And if you seek excitement; prepare for a
wonderful if slightly unpredictable country where the people are as
warm as the weather.
To read the whole story visit the link below:
http://africainme.org/stories-from-kwamo-ghana/
Want to read more stories like this?
africainme.org
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10. AIM FOR AFRICAN LC
ePIC Moments “Powerful African stories captured in images”
Think about the pictures EP will take during your internship, each
one captures a special moment on your journey but only one will
stand out… it will best capture the moment that EP will always re-
member from this experience.
ePIC Moments requires EPs to tell the
story behind thepicture of their choice,
bringing it to life and sharing it with the
people back home. All LCs of AIESEC in
Africa, will use the images from ePIC
Moments for promotion of African
experiences on africainme.org. EP will be
supporting us in this way to better portray
what Africa truly is, breaking stereotypes
and helping us build a new story; all this by doing something as
simple as sharing their point of view through photo and the story
behind it!
Untold Africa “Stories to inspire”
Non-governmental organizations and influential community lead-
ers play a key role in building Africa’s future. Their stories often go
untold but they can inspire us to play our role in building the future
of our local communities.
This activity require EPs to volunteer at an NGO or shadow an in-
fluential community leader for at least a day. During this day, EP’s
role will be to act as a reporter of what this
people and organizations do and how they
contribute to the building of a better Africa. We
expect EPs to create a short video documentary
as output, so that we can together get this
stories out in the open and start portraying a
different face of Africa.
Let their stories inspire and capture the
experience to spread the voice and inspire
others around the world. This will be shared and
posted on africainme.org
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11. AIM FOR AFRICAN LC
Essence “Sensing the essence of Africa”
In Africa we embrace life with a high sense of appreciation for eve-
rything that allows to use our senses to truly touch and feel in our
bodies the experience of being alive.
Your African host LC will provide the
EPs with a database of local artists
and craftsmen/women and will have
a chance to organize an event for the
hosting community.
The EP will be expected to become a
reporter and capture on video and
pictures this special activities. The
videos will be used to showcase EP’s
experience and what he/she has learned from the artist chosen.
At the same time will help us share with the word the incredible
beauty behind the art work of these remarkable people in our local
communities.
Activ8 Joy “Playing for a purpose”
Sports and games is what unites communities by bringing people
together with a common goal in mind. Providing joy and happiness
to children is an added benefit and one that will make your experi-
ence of Africa complete.
By taking part in Activ8 Joy, the EP will organize sports events for
the local community. Another option will be to organize fun days,
comprising of games and entertainment for underprivileged chil-
dren in our local communities.
Share in the joy and capture this
event forever by recording a video
and making pictures of the festivities
to be shared with the local organising
committee and the people back home.
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12. ACP & Africa in Me at IC 2012
I had the incredible opportunity to travel to Moscow in August 2012 to at-
tend AIESEC International Congress. I was there to showcase Africa in Me
and launch it to the AIESEC network. From day 1 the African nations stood
out for their incredible bond and support of each other, as well as their con-
stant joy in dancing together.
Africa took the spotlight as the most remarkable, diverse and unified region
at IC which I was happy to see. I worked together with Enoch Wong, MCP
Tanzania and Africa regional chair, to develop an ACP launch.
We didn’t know when we would fit it in, if we would even get a slot in the
agenda. We kept asking the chairs and it was constantly moved. We devel-
oped a video and printed 600 round Africa in Me stickers, hoping we’d get
to use them.
Finally on the last day of IC we had the chance to showcase our regional
cooperation and strength. As Enoch had stepped out I got to take the stage
and we presented ACP briefly as a regional cooperation to greatly enhance
the impact we have on our society before moving into the prepared video.
Overall ACP was well-received, there is no such regional initiative any-
where else in AIESEC and a lot of people are now watching to see what we
make of it, so let’s make it awesome!
Michael Hubbard
Video shown at the launch of Active Contribution Program and Africa
in Me at AIESEC International Congress 2012 in Moscow, Russia.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQ-cLKtq-P4
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13. recognition
AIESEC Mauritius
Congratulations to AIESEC Mauritius to have successfully implemented
the project “Bringing good NUTRITION your way” falling under the ACP
pillar, health improvement. This nutrition project was sponsored by Nestlé
Mauritius and mainly aimed at sensitizing tertiary student about good eat-
ing habits and lifestyles through workshops run during 3 weeks. A survey
was also conducted during this project about eating habits of young Mau-
ritians and zumba sessions were delivered by Maja, an intern who was
zumba instructor.
AIESEC in Tanzania
We want to highlight the commendable initiative of AIESEC in Tanzania to
align all the projects being currently run in each LC to the ACP pillars which
are:-
Health Improvement | Education & Literacy |Leadership and Career
development | Economic growth.
AIESEC Tanzania has currently 267 available forms for these projects. A
kick start for ACP in Africa.
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14. calendar of events and projects
CONFERENCES:
West African Connecting Seminar (WACS 2012)
AIESEC in Nigeria
29th Oct – 4th November
Amplified Conference
AIESEC Kenya
1st – 4th November
6th East African Pioneers 2012
AIESEC In TANZANIA
14th – 18th November
National Leadership Seminar
AIESEC South Africa
1st – 5th December
National Induction Conference
AIESEC Cameroon
1st- 4th December
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15. GCDP OPPORTUNITIES:
Education and literacy
Realisation
Project Name Country &TN
Date
Mauritius
Make a Child Smile 12.11.2012
TN-In-MU-UM-2012-1260
EduPower Under- Ethiopia
15.11.2012
priveleged TN-In-ET-AA-2012-58
Micro Finance & En- Tanzania
24.12.2012
trepreneurship TN-In-TZ-FM-2012-369
Culture and Globali- Tanzania
24.12.2012
zation TN-In-TZ-DS-2012-1909
hEALTH iMPROVEMENT
Realisation
Project Name Country &TN
Date
Society for the
Nigeria
Promotions of 01.11.2012
TN-In-NG-PH-2012-1477
Morals(Virginhood)
Nigerian Youth Aid Nigeria
01.11.2012
Programme TN-In-NG-BE-2012-1661
Choose Life Not Mauritius
21.11.2012
Drugs TN-In-MU-UT-2012-177
Cameroon
CRISAFRICA2012 01.12.2012
TN-In-CM-UB-2012-1432
leadership and career development
Realisation
Project Name Country &TN
Date
Career and Leader- Tanzania
17.11.2012
ship Development TN-In-TZ-DS-2012-1944
Scalabrini Centre- South Africa
07.01.2013
Cape Town TN-In-ZA-UC-2012-54
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16. All the stories should be posted in the website (http://
africainme.org/). You can also mail you documented
stories to (story@africainme.org)
Note: All stories must have pictures, the links should
be posted with the story.
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https://twitter.com/AfricaInMe
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